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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Drogheda is to ferry and bus which costs €45 - €70 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Drogheda is to ferry and train which takes 4h 28m and costs €75 - €110.

How far is it from Holyhead to Drogheda?

The distance between Holyhead and Drogheda is 159 km.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Drogheda without a car is to ferry and train which takes 4h 28m and costs €75 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Holyhead to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 130+ hotels available in Drogheda.

Holyhead to Drogheda - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, car, and car ferry

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

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

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
4h 28m
€76–107
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry Holyhead-Dublin Ferryport B+I
2. Take the bus from 3Arena to Drogheda Bus Stationbus 100X
4h 52m
€48–66
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Holyhead to Cairnryancar
2. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
3. Drive from Belfast to Droghedacar
9h 16m
€147–217
Ferry, bus #2
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+Iferry 0
2. Take the bus from 3Arena to Drogheda Bus Stationbus 100X
4h 52m
€73–109

Holyhead to Drogheda by ferry, foot, tram, and train

26Weekly Services

4h 28mAverage Duration

€76Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Holyhead to Drogheda.

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Distance: 158.8 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Drogheda, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Drogheda. However, you can take the ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I, walk to The Point, take the vehicle to Connolly, walk to Dublin Connolly, then take the train to Drogheda. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Holyhead to Drogheda via Cairnryan and Belfast in around 9h 16m.

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