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 €23 - €35 and takes 4h 52m.

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 - €60.

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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

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 8m and costs €25 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m 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 does the Limerick to Drogheda bus arrive?

Limerick to Drogheda bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 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 128+ hotels available in Drogheda.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Limerick to Drogheda by bus, 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 2712
2. Take the bus from Dublin, Airport to Drogheda Bus Station100x
3h 8m
€25–43
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Bachelors Walk300
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to St Marys Hospital101
4h 52m
€24–34
Drive 230.2 km
1. Drive from Limerick to Drogheda230.2 km
2h 40m
€39–57
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert Station to Kerry Airport
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)KIR - DUB
3. Take the bus from Dublin, Airport to Drogheda Bus Station
4h 10m
€40–114

Limerick to Drogheda by bus

77Weekly Buses

3h 8mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.5 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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 in around 3h 8m.

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