What is the cheapest way to get from Merrion Square to Howth Head?

The cheapest way to get from Merrion Square to Howth Head is to bus which costs €3 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Merrion Square to Howth Head?

The fastest way to get from Merrion Square to Howth Head is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs €29 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Merrion Square and Howth Head?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Abbey Street Lower and arriving at Main Street Howth. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Merrion Square and Howth Head?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dublin Pearse and arriving at Howth. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Merrion Square to Howth Head?

The distance between Merrion Square and Howth Head is 16 km. The road distance is 16.7 km.

How do I travel from Merrion Square to Howth Head without a car?

The best way to get from Merrion Square to Howth Head without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs €2 - €4.

How long does it take to get from Merrion Square to Howth Head?

The train from Dublin Pearse to Howth takes 31 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Merrion Square to Howth Head bus from?

Merrion Square to Howth Head bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, depart from Abbey Street Lower station.

Where do I catch the Merrion Square to Howth Head train from?

Merrion Square to Howth Head train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Pearse station.

Train or bus from Merrion Square to Howth Head?

The best way to get from Merrion Square to Howth Head is to train which takes 49 min and costs €2 - €4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 and takes 1h.

Where does the Merrion Square to Howth Head bus arrive?

Merrion Square to Howth Head bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, arrive at Main Street Howth station.

Where does the Merrion Square to Howth Head train arrive?

Merrion Square to Howth Head train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Howth station.

Can I drive from Merrion Square to Howth Head?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrion Square to Howth Head is 17 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Merrion Square to Howth Head.

Where can I stay near Howth Head?

There are 612+ hotels available in Howth Head.

Merrion Square to Howth Head - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Merrion Square to Howth Head by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Pearse to Howthtrain Re / ...
49 min
€2–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Abbey Street Lower to Main Street Howthbus 6 / ...
1h
€3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merrion Square to Howth Headtaxi 16.7 km
22 min
€29–35
Drive 16.7 km
1. Drive from Merrion Square to Howth Headcar 16.7 km
22 min
€3–5

Merrion Square to Howth Head by train and foot

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Distance: 15.7 km
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Merrion Square, Ireland and Howth Head, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Pearse to Howth every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €2–4 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Dublin Bus operates a bus from Abbey Street Lower to Main Street Howth every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €3 and the journey takes 47 min.

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