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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Drogheda is to train which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Drogheda is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Drogheda Hospital via Monaghan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Drogheda via Portadown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Portrush to Drogheda?

The distance between Portrush and Drogheda is 237 km. The road distance is 186.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Drogheda without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Portrush to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Drogheda bus from?

Portrush to Drogheda bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Dunluce Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Drogheda train from?

Portrush to Drogheda train services, operated by Translink, depart from Portrush station.

Train or bus from Portrush to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Portrush to Drogheda is to train which takes 4h and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Portrush to Drogheda bus arrive?

Portrush to Drogheda bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Monaghan Bus Station.

Where does the Portrush to Drogheda train arrive?

Portrush to Drogheda train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Portadown station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Drogheda is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Portrush to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 131+ hotels available in Drogheda.

Portrush to Drogheda - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Portrush to Drogheda by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Portrush to Portadown0
2. Take the train from Portadown to Drogheda1 Gc->Dn / ...
4h
€25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunluce Avenue to Monaghan Bus Station278
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Drogheda Hospital182
5h 34m
Drive 186.4 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Drogheda186.4 km
2h 28m
€34–48
Train via Belfast
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Great Victoria Street2 Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Drogheda1 Gc->Dn / ...
4h 52m
€34–50

Portrush to Drogheda by train

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Distance: 236.8 km
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Drogheda via Portadown in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Drogheda Hospital via Monaghan Bus Station in around 5h 34m.

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