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

The cheapest way to get from Limerick to Drogheda is to bus via Dublin which costs €24 - €40 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limerick to Drogheda is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Limerick and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Limerick to Drogheda station. However, there are services departing from Limerick Arthur's Quay and arriving at Drogheda Bus Station via Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Limerick and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Limerick to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Limerick and arriving at Drogheda via Limerick Junction, Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Limerick to Drogheda?

The distance between Limerick and Drogheda is 246 km. The road distance is 230.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Limerick to Drogheda without a car is to bus which takes 3h 14m and costs €25 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Limerick to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Drogheda bus from?

Limerick to Drogheda bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Limerick Arthur's Quay station.

Where do I catch the Limerick to Drogheda train from?

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

Train or bus from Limerick to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Limerick to Drogheda is to bus which takes 3h 14m and costs €25 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Limerick to Drogheda bus arrive?

Limerick to Drogheda bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Where does the Limerick to Drogheda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Limerick to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Limerick to Drogheda is 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Limerick to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 131+ hotels available in Drogheda.

Limerick to Drogheda - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Limerick to Drogheda by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2bus 712
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Stationbus 100X
3h 14m
€25–43
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Red Cow Luasbus 300
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to St Marys Hospitalbus 101
4h 57m
€24–36
Train
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
3h 53m
€29–44
Drive 230.2 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Droghedacar 230.2 km
2h 40m
€39–55
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Kerry Airportbus
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Stationbus
4h 16m
€45–124

Limerick to Drogheda by bus

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3h 14mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Limerick to Drogheda.

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Distance: 246.5 km
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Drogheda Bus Station via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Limerick to Drogheda via Limerick Junction, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 53m.

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