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How to get fromDrogheda to Holyheadby train, ferry, car, car ferry, or bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Drogheda to Holyhead by train, ferry, car, car ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry via Dublin

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    1. Take the train from Drogheda to Dublin Connollytrain train Ic / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry ferry 0
    5h 37m
    £33–48

  2. Drive, car ferry

    1. Drive from Drogheda to Larnecar car
    2. Take the carferry from Larne to Cairnryancarferry car ferry
    3. Drive from Cairnryan to Holyheadcar car
    9h 16m
    £124–375

  3. Bus, ferry via Dublin Airport (DUB)

    1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus bus 100X
    2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyheadferry ferry Dublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
    5h 39m
    £76–214

  4. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from Drogheda Bus to N Wall Quaybus bus 100X
    2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry ferry 0
    5h 42m
    £40–61

  5. Train, ferry

    1. Take the train from Drogheda to Tara Streettrain train Re / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferryferry ferry 0
    5h 59m
    £35–49

Drogheda to Holyhead by train, foot, tram, and ferry

Calendar52Weekly Services
Duration5h 37mAverage Duration
Ticket£33Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 98.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Drogheda, Ireland and Holyhead, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Drogheda to Holyhead. However, you can take the train to Dublin Connolly, walk to George's Dock, take the vehicle to The Point, walk to Dublin Ferryport B+I, then take the ferry to Holyhead Ferry. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Drogheda to Holyhead via Larne and Cairnryan in around 9h 16m.

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