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

The cheapest way to get from Drogheda to Castlerock is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Drogheda to Castlerock is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Drogheda and Castlerock?

No, there is no direct bus from Drogheda to Castlerock. However, there are services departing from Drogheda Hospl and arriving at Coleraine Buscentre via Monaghan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Drogheda and Castlerock?

No, there is no direct train from Drogheda to Castlerock. However, there are services departing from Drogheda and arriving at Castlerock via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Drogheda to Castlerock?

The distance between Drogheda and Castlerock is 148 miles. The road distance is 113.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Drogheda to Castlerock without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £25 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Drogheda to Castlerock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Castlerock bus from?

Drogheda to Castlerock bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Drogheda Hospl station.

Where do I catch the Drogheda to Castlerock train from?

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

Train or bus from Drogheda to Castlerock?

The best way to get from Drogheda to Castlerock is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £25 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Drogheda to Castlerock bus arrive?

Drogheda to Castlerock bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Monaghan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Drogheda to Castlerock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Drogheda to Castlerock?

Yes, the driving distance between Drogheda to Castlerock is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Drogheda to Castlerock.

Where can I stay near Castlerock?

There are 698+ hotels available in Castlerock.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Castlerocktrain Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry
3h 59m
£26–37
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Drogheda Hospl to Monaghan Bus Stnbus 182
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentrebus 278
5h 53m
£24–32
Drive 113.2 mi
1. Drive from Drogheda to Castlerockcar 113.2 mi
2h 30m
£28–41

Drogheda to Castlerock by train

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Distance: 147.1 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Drogheda, Ireland and Castlerock, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Drogheda to Castlerock via Belfast Great Central in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drogheda Hospl to Castlerock via Monaghan Bus Stn, Monaghan Bus Station, Coleraine Buscentre, and Coleraine in around 5h 53m.

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