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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Drogheda is to car ferry and train which costs €20 - €70 and takes 7h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Drogheda is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h 47m and costs €30 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal and arriving at Drogheda via Cairnryan Stena Terminal and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Drogheda?

The distance between Stranraer and Drogheda is 213 km.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Drogheda without a car is to car ferry and train via Larne which takes 6h 8m and costs €45 - €320.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Stranraer to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Drogheda bus from?

Stranraer to Drogheda bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Stranraer to Drogheda bus arrive?

Stranraer to Drogheda bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 141+ hotels available in Drogheda.

Stranraer to Drogheda - 5 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Drogheda by car ferry, car, train, busferry, or bus

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

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
2. Drive from Belfast to Droghedacar
3h 47m
€31–83
Car ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Drogheda Macbridetrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
7h 4m
€21–66
Car ferry, train via Larne
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
2. Take the train from Larne Harbour to Belfast Great Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Drogheda Macbridetrain
6h 8m
€49–311
Bus and ferry, train
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Drogheda Macbridetrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
6h 21m
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
2. Take the bus from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedabus 105 / ...
6h 52m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Drogheda.

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Distance: 212.7 km
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Drogheda, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Stranraer to Drogheda. However, you can drive to Cairnryan, take the car ferry to Belfast, then drive to Drogheda. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stranraer to Drogheda Macbride via Cairnryan, Larne, Larne Harbour, and Belfast Great Central in around 6h 8m.

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