What is the cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Limerick?

The cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Limerick is to bus via Dublin which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Drogheda to Limerick?

The fastest way to get from Drogheda to Limerick is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Drogheda and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Drogheda station to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Drogheda Bus Station and arriving at Limerick Arthur's Quay via Dublin Airport Zone 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Drogheda and Limerick?

No, there is no direct train from Drogheda to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Drogheda and arriving at Limerick via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Drogheda to Limerick?

The distance between Drogheda and Limerick is 247 km. The road distance is 230.6 km.

How do I travel from Drogheda to Limerick without a car?

The best way to get from Drogheda to Limerick without a car is to bus which takes 4h 2m and costs €30 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Drogheda to Limerick?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Drogheda to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Limerick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Limerick train from?

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

Train or bus from Drogheda to Limerick?

The best way to get from Drogheda to Limerick is to bus which takes 4h 2m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Drogheda to Limerick bus arrive?

Drogheda to Limerick bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin, Airport station.

Where does the Drogheda to Limerick train arrive?

Drogheda to Limerick train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Drogheda to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Drogheda to Limerick is 231 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Drogheda to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 134+ hotels available in Limerick.

Drogheda to Limerick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Drogheda to Limerick by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Dublin, Airport100x
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 10 to Limerick Arthur's Quay712
4h 2m
€31–44
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus Station to South Townsend Street100X
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Limerick Arthur's Quay300
4h 6m
€24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to LimerickIc
4h 12m
€27–38
Drive 230.6 km
1. Drive from Drogheda to Limerick230.6 km
2h 40m
€39–57

Drogheda to Limerick by train

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4h 12mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 247.3 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Drogheda, Ireland and Limerick, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Drogheda Bus Station to Limerick Arthur's Quay via Dublin, Airport and Dublin Airport Zone 10 in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Drogheda to Limerick via Dublin Connolly in around 4h 12m.

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