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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Drogheda is to train which costs €14 - €22 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Drogheda is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Drogheda Bus via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Drogheda via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Carlow to Drogheda?

The distance between Carlow and Drogheda is 141 km. The road distance is 119.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Drogheda without a car is to bus which takes 2h 46m and costs €20 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Carlow to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Drogheda bus from?

Carlow to Drogheda bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Drogheda train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlow to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Carlow to Drogheda is to bus which takes 2h 46m and costs €20 - €30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €14 - €22 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Carlow to Drogheda bus arrive?

Carlow to Drogheda bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Airport Zone 16 station.

Where does the Carlow to Drogheda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlow to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Drogheda is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Carlow to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 154+ hotels available in Drogheda.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Airport Zone 16bus 736
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Busbus 100X
2h 46m
€20–29
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Droghedatrain Re / ...
2h 48m
€15–22
Drive 119.6 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Droghedacar 119.6 km
1h 36m
€21–30

Carlow to Drogheda by bus

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2h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 141.1 km
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Drogheda Bus via Airport Zone 16 and Airport Zone 13 in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlow to Drogheda via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 2h 48m.

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