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04/22/2025
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Drogheda to Galway by train

The journey from Drogheda to Galway by train is 112.26 mi and takes 4 hr 23 min. There are 7 connections per day, with the first departure at 7:21 AM and the last at 6:34 PM. It is possible to travel from Drogheda to Galway by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 4 hr 23 min
Connection per Day 7
First Departure 7:21 AM
Last Departure 6:34 PM
Distance 112.26 mi
Departure Drogheda
Arrival Galway
Carriers Irish Rail

Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $1.03 to $34.27 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 97% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Drogheda to Galway

The cheapest Drogheda - Galway train tickets can be found for as low as $2.04 if you’re lucky, or $6.83 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $12.83.

Find the best day to travel to Galway by train

When travelling to Galway by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Drogheda to Galway CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
12.65kg
Bus
13.55kg
Flight
36.13kg
Car
28.91kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Drogheda to Galway by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Drogheda and Galway are 12.65kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Drogheda and Galway? By taking the train between Drogheda and Galway you will save 23.48kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.9kg compared to a bus and 16.26kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Drogheda and Galway by train?
Drogheda to Galway is 112.26 mi.
How long does the train between Drogheda and Galway take?
Drogheda to Galway is on average 4 hr 23 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hr 48 min.
How many train connections per day go from Drogheda to Galway?
Drogheda to Galway has 7 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Drogheda to Galway leave?
The earliest train from Drogheda to Galway departs at 7:21 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Drogheda to Galway depart?
The latest train from Drogheda to Galway departs at 6:34 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Drogheda to Galway by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Drogheda and Galway is 3 hr 48 min.
Is there a direct train from Drogheda to Galway?
Yes, there is a direct train between Drogheda and Galway.
What are the CO2 emissions for Drogheda to Galway by train?
The train journey from Drogheda to Galway creates 12.65kg of CO2 emissions.

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