4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Dublin to Drogheda
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dublin to Drogheda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Drogheda will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 5 buses that leave Dublin for Drogheda on Thu, Nov 27, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct buses cover the 43 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest buses will take 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dublin to Drogheda
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Drogheda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €8.
Distance: 43 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€8 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dublin to Drogheda
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Buses from Dublin to Drogheda run on average 226 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 165 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 43 km distance in 35m.
Distance 43 km |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 226 |
Direct buses 165 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: European Sleeper, Infobus, Dublin Express, Aircoach, Matthews Coach Hire, Bus Éireann from Dublin to DroghedaYou can travel by bus between Dublin to Drogheda with European Sleeper, Infobus, Dublin Express, Aircoach, Matthews Coach Hire, Bus Éireann for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
European Sleeper
Dublin Express
Aircoach
Matthews Coach Hire
Bus Éireann
FAQs: Bus from Dublin to Drogheda
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Drogheda by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Drogheda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Dublin, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) and Dublin, Busáras. When arriving in Drogheda, you can end your route in coach stations like Drogheda, Bus Station, Drogheda, Donore Rd (The Thatch Bar & Kitchen) and Drogheda, North Road (Circle K).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), which is located around 9.1 miles (14.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Drogheda, Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Dublin to Drogheda, follow these tips:
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- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dublin to Drogheda
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 11, 16, 41 Train: DART Tram: Luas Red
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area, Zone 20.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 16, 41, 700
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