What is the cheapest way to get from Ballybofey to Slane?

The cheapest way to get from Ballybofey to Slane is to drive which costs €29 - €45 and takes 2h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballybofey to Slane?

The fastest way to get from Ballybofey to Slane is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Ballybofey and Slane?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballybofey to Slane. However, there are services departing from Ballybofey and arriving at Slane via Donegal, Cavan Bus Stn and Navan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Ballybofey to Slane?

The distance between Ballybofey and Slane is 221 km. The road distance is 172.4 km.

How do I travel from Ballybofey to Slane without a car?

The best way to get from Ballybofey to Slane without a car is to bus via Cavan which takes 6h 19m and costs €55 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Ballybofey to Slane?

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Ballybofey to Slane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballybofey to Slane bus from?

Ballybofey to Slane bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Donegal station.

Where does the Ballybofey to Slane bus arrive?

Ballybofey to Slane bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Cavan Bus Stn station.

Can I drive from Ballybofey to Slane?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballybofey to Slane is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Ballybofey to Slane.

Where can I stay near Slane?

There are 179+ hotels available in Slane.

Ballybofey to Slane - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ballybofey to Slane by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Cavan
best
1. Take the bus from Donegal to Cavan Bus Stnbus 30
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Stn to Navan R147bus 109X
6h 19m
€55–78
Drive 172.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballybofey to Slanecar 172.4 km
2h 12m
€30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballybofey to Sligo Bus Stnbus 64
2. Take the train from Sligo to Drumcondratrain Ic
3. Take the bus from St Patrick's Road to Slanebus 980
6h 53m
€41–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballybofey to Ulsterbus Depotbus 64
2. Take the bus from Foyle Street Bus Station to Ardee Bypassbus X3
7h 32m

Ballybofey to Slane by bus

54Weekly Buses

6h 19mAverage Duration

€55Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ballybofey to Slane.

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Distance: 221.4 km
Duration: 6h 19m

What companies run services between Ballybofey, Ireland and Slane, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Ballybofey to Slane via Donegal, Cavan Bus Stn, Navan R147, and Navan in around 6h 19m.

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