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

The cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Portaferry is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Drogheda to Portaferry is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Drogheda and Portaferry?

No, there is no direct bus from Drogheda to Portaferry. However, there are services departing from Drogheda and arriving at Strangford Square via Grand Central Station Stand 21 and Downpatrick Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Drogheda to Portaferry?

The distance between Drogheda and Portaferry is 109 miles. The road distance is 100.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Drogheda to Portaferry without a car is to train and taxi which takes 2h 13m and costs £70 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Drogheda to Portaferry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Portaferry bus from?

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

Where does the Drogheda to Portaferry bus arrive?

Drogheda to Portaferry bus services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Drogheda to Portaferry?

Yes, the driving distance between Drogheda to Portaferry is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Drogheda to Portaferry.

Where can I stay near Portaferry?

There are 146+ hotels available in Portaferry.

Drogheda to Portaferry - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus

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

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

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2. Take the taxi from Belfast Grand Central to Portaferry
2h 13m
£74–99
Drive 100.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Drogheda to Portaferry100.3 mi
1h 49m
£25–36
Bus, line 215 bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda to Belfast Grand Central184 / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Downpatrick Bus Station215 / ...
4h 7m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Lanyon Place [bus stop] to Portaferry Square10
4h 6m
Train, line 215 bus
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Downpatrick Bus Station215 / ...
4h 7m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Drogheda to Portaferry.

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Distance: 108.8 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Drogheda, Ireland and Portaferry, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Drogheda to Strangford Square via Belfast Grand Central, Grand Central Station Stand 21, and Downpatrick Bus Station in around 4h 7m.

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