What is the cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Slane Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Ballymena to Slane Castle is to drive which costs €27 - €40 and takes 1h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballymena to Slane Castle?

The fastest way to get from Ballymena to Slane Castle is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs €27 - €40.

How far is it from Ballymena to Slane Castle?

The distance between Ballymena and Slane Castle is 202 km. The road distance is 153.1 km.

How do I travel from Ballymena to Slane Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Ballymena to Slane Castle without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs €45 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Ballymena to Slane Castle?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Ballymena to Slane Castle, including transfers.

Can I drive from Ballymena to Slane Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballymena to Slane Castle is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Ballymena to Slane Castle.

Where can I stay near Slane Castle?

There are 180+ hotels available in Slane Castle.

Ballymena to Slane Castle - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Ballymena to Slane Castle by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballymena to Belfast Great Centraltrain Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
4h 19m
€46–65
Drive 153.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballymena to Slane Castlecar 153.1 km
1h 53m
€28–40

Ballymena to Slane Castle by train, bus, and foot

119Weekly Services

4h 19mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballymena to Slane Castle.

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Distance: 201.7 km
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Ballymena, Mid and East Antrim, Northern Ireland and Slane Castle, Ireland?

You can take a train from Ballymena to Slane Castle via Belfast Grand Central, Drogheda, Bryanstown Mnr, Drogheda Bus, and Slane in around 4h 19m.

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