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

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

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.

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 40m and costs €50 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Ballycastle to Slane, including transfers.

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 179+ hotels available in Slane.

Ballycastle to Slane - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Ballycastle to Slane by bus, train, or car

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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 40m
€50–70
Drive 192.4 km
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1. Drive from Ballycastle to Slanecar 192.4 km
2h 20m
€35–51

Ballycastle to Slane by bus and train

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5h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 246.5 km
Duration: 5h 40m

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

There is no direct connection from Ballycastle to Slane. However, you can take the bus to Ballymena Bus & Rail Centre, walk to Ballymena, take the train to Belfast Grand Central, take the train to Drogheda, walk to Bryanstown Mnr, take the bus to Drogheda Bus, then take the line 190 bus to Slane. Alternatively, you can drive from Ballycastle to Slane in around 2h 20m.

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