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

The cheapest way to get from Roscommon to Drogheda is to bus which costs €17 - €26 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Roscommon to Drogheda is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Roscommon and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Roscommon to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Roscommon and arriving at Drogheda via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Roscommon to Drogheda?

The distance between Roscommon and Drogheda is 212 km. The road distance is 140.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Roscommon to Drogheda without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €24 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Roscommon to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roscommon to Drogheda train from?

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

Train or bus from Roscommon to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Roscommon to Drogheda is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €24 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Roscommon to Drogheda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Roscommon to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Roscommon to Drogheda is 140 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Roscommon to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 129+ hotels available in Drogheda.

Roscommon to Drogheda - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Roscommon to Drogheda by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Roscommon to Dublin Heuston803 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Drogheda1 Dn->Gc
3h 37m
€24–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Bóthar Brugha190
4h 35m
€18–25
Drive 140.2 km
1. Drive from Roscommon to Drogheda140.2 km
2h 7m
€24–35

Roscommon to Drogheda by train and tram

33Weekly Services

3h 37mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212.2 km
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Roscommon to Drogheda via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, Bus Éireann operates a bus from Athlone Station to Bóthar Brugha every 3 hours. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 3h 7m.

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