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

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Slane is to bus which costs €30 - €40 and takes 8h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Slane is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Slane?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Slane. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Slane via Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre, Belfast Glengall and Abbey St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Slane?

The distance between Ballycastle and Slane is 247 km. The road distance is 192.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Slane without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 42m and costs €50 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Ballycastle to Slane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Slane bus from?

Ballycastle to Slane bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Market Street station.

Where does the Ballycastle to Slane bus arrive?

Ballycastle to Slane bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre station.

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Slane?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Slane is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Ballycastle to Slane.

Where can I stay near Slane?

There are 181+ hotels available in Slane.

Ballycastle to Slane - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballycastle to Slane by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Re
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedatrain Ic
5h 42m
€50–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centrebus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre to High Streetbus 218 / ...
3. Take the bus from Belfast Glengall to The Gresham Hotelbus
4. Take the bus from Abbey St to Slanebus 980
8h 1m
€30–39
Drive 192.4 km
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Slanecar 192.4 km
2h 20m
€36–51

Ballycastle to Slane by bus and train

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5h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 246.5 km
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Ballycastle, Northern Ireland and Slane, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Market Street to Slane via Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre, High Street, Belfast Glengall, The Gresham Hotel, and Abbey St in around 8h 1m.

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