THE SHORT VERSION
Drogheda to Dublin at a glance.
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Drogheda
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Dublin
Busáras is next to the Luas red line and a short walk from O'Connell Street.
- Busáras
Store Street, just south of Connolly station and near O'Connell Street. Bus Éireann routes across Ireland. - City-centre and airport stops
Private coach companies use kerbside stops nearby; many routes also call at Dublin Airport.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check your departure point: private operators don't use Busáras.
KEEP GOING
From Dublin, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Dublin
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Drogheda from Dublin by road?+
About 51 km by road (41 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Drogheda to Dublin take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Drogheda?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Dublin to Drogheda?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Dublin to Drogheda as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Drogheda arrive in Dublin?+
It depends on the operator. In Dublin, services use Busáras, City-centre and airport stops. Busáras is next to the Luas red line and a short walk from O'Connell Street.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Dublin?+
Busáras is next to the Luas red line and a short walk from O'Connell Street.
What kind of bus runs from Drogheda to Dublin?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Drogheda to Dublin bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Dublin by bus?+
Direct buses from Dublin include Mullingar, Athlone, Kilkenny, Monaghan, Wexford and more. See all connections on our Dublin bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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