What is the cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Howth Head?

The cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Howth Head is to train which costs €6 - €10 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Drogheda to Howth Head?

The fastest way to get from Drogheda to Howth Head is to drive which takes 45 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Drogheda and Howth Head?

No, there is no direct bus from Drogheda station to Howth Head. However, there are services departing from Drogheda Bus Station and arriving at Main Street Howth via Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Drogheda and Howth Head?

No, there is no direct train from Drogheda to Howth Head. However, there are services departing from Drogheda and arriving at Howth via Howth Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Drogheda to Howth Head?

The distance between Drogheda and Howth Head is 50 km. The road distance is 49.4 km.

How do I travel from Drogheda to Howth Head without a car?

The best way to get from Drogheda to Howth Head without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs €6 - €10.

How long does it take to get from Drogheda to Howth Head?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Drogheda to Howth Head, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Howth Head bus from?

Drogheda to Howth Head bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Drogheda Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Howth Head train from?

Drogheda to Howth Head train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Drogheda station.

Train or bus from Drogheda to Howth Head?

The best way to get from Drogheda to Howth Head is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs €6 - €10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €21 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Drogheda to Howth Head bus arrive?

Drogheda to Howth Head bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Custom House station.

Where does the Drogheda to Howth Head train arrive?

Drogheda to Howth Head train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Howth Junction station.

Can I drive from Drogheda to Howth Head?

Yes, the driving distance between Drogheda to Howth Head is 49 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Drogheda to Howth Head.

Where can I stay near Howth Head?

There are 971+ hotels available in Howth Head.

Drogheda to Howth Head - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Drogheda to Howth Head by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Howth JunctionIc / ...
1h 25m
€6–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Dublin Custom House100x
2. Take the bus from Busáras to Main Street Howth6 / ...
2h 10m
€16–21
Drive 49.4 km
1. Drive from Drogheda to Howth Head49.4 km
45 min
€9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Drogheda to Howth Head49.4 km
45 min
€75–90
Bus via Sean O'Casey Bridge
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Sean O'Casey Bridge100X / ...
2. Take the bus from Busáras to Main Street Howth6 / ...
2h 14m
€11–14

Drogheda to Howth Head by train and foot

88Weekly Services

1h 25mAverage Duration

€6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50.1 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Drogheda, Ireland and Howth Head, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Drogheda to Howth Junction hourly. Tickets cost €5–7 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Howth Head via Dublin Custom House, Busáras, and Main Street Howth in around 2h 10m.

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