What is the cheapest way to get from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane?

The cheapest way to get from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane?

The fastest way to get from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and Slane?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane. However, there are services departing from Whitepark Road Carrick A Rede and arriving at Chapel Street via Coleraine Buscentre, Monaghan Bus Station and Carrickmacross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

How far is it from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane?

The distance between Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and Slane is 283 km. The road distance is 198.7 km.

How do I travel from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane without a car?

The best way to get from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane without a car is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs €35 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane?

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane bus from?

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine Buscentre station.

Train or bus from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane?

The best way to get from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane bus arrive?

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Monaghan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane.

Where can I stay near Slane?

There are 161+ hotels available in Slane.

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Grand Central0
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to DroghedaIc / ...
7h 23m
€36–53
Drive 198.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane198.7 km
2h 25m
€35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Monaghan Bus Station278
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Carrickmacross182
8h 13m
Train via Belfast
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Great Victoria Street2 Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Drogheda1 Gc->Dn
7h 32m
€36–53

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Distance: 283.5 km
Duration: 7h 23m

What companies run services between Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Northern Ireland and Slane, Ireland?

You can take a vehicle from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Slane via Whitepark Road Carrick A Rede, Coleraine Buscentre, Coleraine, Belfast Grand Central, Drogheda, Bryanstown Manor, and Drogheda Bus Station in around 7h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge to Chapel Street via Whitepark Road Carrick A Rede, Coleraine Buscentre, Monaghan Bus Station, and Carrickmacross in around 8h 13m.

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