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Compare train and bus for Drogheda to Dublin
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Drogheda to Dublin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€8 Average price Cheapest | €8 Average price |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Drogheda to Dublin
Buses from Drogheda to Dublin run on average 80 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by train.
There are 80 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 56m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average bus duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 80 |
Direct buses 80 |
Fastest bus 56m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: European Sleeper, Matthews Coach Hire, Bus Éireann from Drogheda to DublinYou can travel by bus between Drogheda to Dublin with European Sleeper, Matthews Coach Hire, Bus Éireann for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
European Sleeper
Matthews Coach Hire
Bus Éireann
FAQs: Bus from Drogheda to Dublin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Drogheda to Dublin 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 Dublin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Drogheda, Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), located 9.1 miles (14.7 km) away from the city centre.
- Trinity College and the Book of Kells, Ireland's oldest university housing the famous illuminated manuscript
- Dublin Castle, a historic complex that has been at the heart of the history and evolution of the city
- St. Patrick's Cathedral, the largest cathedral in Ireland known for its stunning Gothic architecture
- Temple Bar, a vibrant cultural quarter known for its lively nightlife and cobblestone streets
- Phoenix Park, one of the largest enclosed public parks in any capital city in Europe, home to Dublin Zoo and the official residence of the President of Ireland.
- Guinness Storehouse, a seven-story museum dedicated to the history and making of Ireland's iconic beer with a rooftop bar offering panoramic views of Dublin
- Kilmainham Gaol, a former prison turned museum offering insights into Ireland's political history and struggle for independence
- National Gallery of Ireland, featuring an extensive collection of Irish and European art
- Croke Park Stadium Tour, exploring the home of Gaelic games with interactive exhibits and a skyline tour
- Dublin Literary Pub Crawl, a guided tour through the city's famous pubs with readings from Irish literary greats.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Drogheda to Dublin
- 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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