The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dublin to Drogheda
Cheapest price
9S$
Average price
11S$
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
51
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dublin to Drogheda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Drogheda will cost around 11S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 9S$.
Of the 51 buses that leave Dublin for Drogheda every day 48 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 43 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 45 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.
2:30 AM1h10Dublin3:40 AMDrogheda Bus Station9 S$1One-way0 changes
3:30 AM1h23Dublin4:53 AMDrogheda Bus Station9 S$1One-way0 changes
4:30 AM1h23Dublin5:53 AMDrogheda Bus Station9 S$1One-way0 changes
5:30 AM1h23Dublin6:53 AMDrogheda Bus Station9 S$1One-way0 changes
6:00 AM1h23Dublin7:23 AMDrogheda Bus Station9 S$1One-way0 changes
7:30 AM0h45Dublin8:15 AMGeorge's Street9 S$1One-way0 changes
8:00 AM0h45Dublin8:45 AMGeorge's Street9 S$1One-way0 changes
8:30 AM0h45Dublin9:15 AMGeorge's Street9 S$1One-way0 changes
9:30 AM0h45Dublin10:15 AMGeorge's Street9 S$1One-way0 changes
10:30 AM0h45Dublin11:15 AMGeorge's Street9 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dublin to Drogheda
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Drogheda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from 7S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of 7S$, and a coach costs an average of 9S$.
Distance: 43 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
11S$ Average Price | 7S$ Average Price Cheapest |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dublin to Drogheda bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Drogheda coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday, 30 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:30 AM Dublin | 1h10 | 3:40 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:30 AM Dublin | 1h23 | 4:53 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:30 AM Dublin | 1h23 | 5:53 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM Dublin | 1h23 | 6:53 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:58 AM Dublin | 0h50 | 6:48 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Dublin | 1h23 | 7:23 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Dublin | 0h50 | 7:20 AM George's Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:58 AM Dublin | 0h50 | 7:48 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Dublin | 0h55 | 7:55 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Dublin | 1h50 | 8:50 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Dublin | 0h45 | 8:15 AM George's Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:57 AM Dublin | 1h53 | 9:50 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:59 AM Dublin | 0h50 | 8:49 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Dublin | 0h45 | 8:45 AM George's Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:20 AM Dublin | 1h50 | 10:10 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Dublin | 0h45 | 9:15 AM George's Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:40 AM Dublin | 1h44 | 10:24 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Dublin | 0h55 | 9:55 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:20 AM Dublin | 1h44 | 11:04 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Dublin | 0h45 | 10:15 AM George's Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Dublin | 1h44 | 11:24 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Dublin | 0h55 | 10:55 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:20 AM Dublin | 1h44 | 12:04 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Dublin | 0h45 | 11:15 AM George's Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Dublin | 1h44 | 12:29 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Dublin | 0h55 | 11:55 AM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:15 AM Dublin | 1h52 | 1:07 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Dublin | 0h45 | 12:15 PM George's Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:45 AM Dublin | 1h52 | 1:37 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Dublin | 0h55 | 12:55 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:15 PM Dublin | 1h52 | 2:07 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Dublin | 0h45 | 1:15 PM George's Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:45 PM Dublin | 1h59 | 2:44 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Dublin | 0h55 | 1:55 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:15 PM Dublin | 1h59 | 3:14 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Dublin | 1h59 | 3:44 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Dublin | 0h55 | 2:55 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Dublin | 1h59 | 4:14 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Dublin | 0h45 | 3:15 PM George's Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:45 PM Dublin | 1h59 | 4:44 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Dublin | 0h55 | 3:55 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:05 PM Dublin | 1h59 | 5:04 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:25 PM Dublin | 2h05 | 5:30 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Dublin | 0h45 | 4:15 PM George's Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Dublin | 2h05 | 5:50 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:57 PM Dublin | 0h58 | 4:55 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Dublin | 0h45 | 4:45 PM George's Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:05 PM Dublin | 2h05 | 6:10 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:25 PM Dublin | 2h12 | 6:37 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:27 PM Dublin | 1h17 | 5:44 PM Drogheda Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Dublin | 0h45 | 5:15 PM George's Street | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dublin to Drogheda
Buses from Dublin to Drogheda run on average 215 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 9S$ but you can travel from only 7S$ by train.
There are 170 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 43 km distance in 45m.
Distance 43 km |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price 9S$ |
Buses per day 215 |
Direct buses 170 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Alibus, Infobus, Expressway (Bus Éireann), Dublin Express, Matthews Coach Hire, Bus Éireann from Dublin to DroghedaYou can travel by bus between Dublin to Drogheda with Alibus, Infobus, Expressway (Bus Éireann), Dublin Express, Matthews Coach Hire, Bus Éireann for as low as 7S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
Alibus
Expressway (Bus Éireann)
Dublin Express
Matthews Coach Hire
Bus Éireann
FAQs: Dublin to Drogheda coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Drogheda by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Drogheda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- 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.
- 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
Important Stations and Airports in Dublin and Drogheda
- 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
- 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
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