What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda?

The fastest way to get from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast Central Station and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast Central Station station to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Stand 11 and arriving at Drogheda Bus via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast Central Station and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Belfast Lanyon Place and arriving at Drogheda via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda?

The distance between Belfast Central Station and Drogheda is 131 km. The road distance is 119.1 km.

How do I travel from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €22 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast Central Station to Drogheda bus from?

Belfast Central Station to Drogheda bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Belfast Central Station to Drogheda train from?

Belfast Central Station to Drogheda train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Train or bus from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €160 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Belfast Central Station to Drogheda bus arrive?

Belfast Central Station to Drogheda bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Belfast Central Station to Drogheda train arrive?

Belfast Central Station to Drogheda train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Drogheda station.

Can I drive from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast Central Station to Drogheda is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 153+ hotels available in Drogheda.

Belfast Central Station to Drogheda - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
2h 2m
€22–31
Drive 119.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Belfast Central Station to Droghedacar 119.1 km
1h 15m
€21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Busbus 100X
3h 23m
€33–156

Belfast Central Station to Drogheda by train

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Distance: 131.2 km
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Belfast Central Station, Northern Ireland and Drogheda, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Belfast Grand Central to Drogheda hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Translink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Belfast Central Station to Drogheda Bus via Grand Central Station Stand 11, Dublin Airport T2, and Airport Zone 13 in around 3h 23m.

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