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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Drogheda is to train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Drogheda is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred St and arriving at St Mary's Hospital via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Drogheda via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Cork to Drogheda?

The distance between Cork and Drogheda is 319 km. The road distance is 285.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Drogheda without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Cork to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Drogheda bus from?

Cork to Drogheda bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Alfred St station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Drogheda train from?

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

Train or bus from Cork to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Cork to Drogheda is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Cork to Drogheda bus arrive?

Cork to Drogheda bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Airport Zone 10 station.

Where does the Cork to Drogheda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cork to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Drogheda is 286 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Cork to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 151+ hotels available in Drogheda.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
3h 44m
€33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Airport Zone 10bus 707
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to St Mary's Hospitalbus 101
4h 49m
€37–49
Drive 285.9 km
1. Drive from Cork to Droghedacar 285.9 km
3h 14m
€49–71

Cork to Drogheda by train, tram, and foot

195Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.5 km
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a train from Cork to Drogheda via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Alfred St to St Mary's Hospital via Airport Zone 10 and Airport Zone 13 in around 4h 49m.

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