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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Slane is to bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Slane is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Slane?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Slane. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred Street and arriving at Slane via Dublin Heuston Rail Station Phoenix Park & Dublin Zoo and Abbey Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Cork to Slane?

The distance between Cork and Slane is 315 km. The road distance is 269.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Slane without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 36m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Cork to Slane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Slane bus from?

Cork to Slane bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Alfred Street station.

Where does the Cork to Slane bus arrive?

Cork to Slane bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Parkgate Street station.

Can I drive from Cork to Slane?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Slane is 270 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Cork to Slane.

Where can I stay near Slane?

There are 169+ hotels available in Slane.

Cork to Slane - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cork to Slane by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Slanebus 980
4h 36m
€31–43
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Parkgate Streetbus 707
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Slanebus 980
5h 4m
€30–43
Drive 269.9 km
1. Drive from Cork to Slanecar 269.9 km
3h 21m
€47–67
Fly from Cork Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane ORK - DUB
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Stationbus
6h 35m
€64–230
Bus via Drogheda Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2bus 704x
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Stationbus 100X
5h 25m
€30–51
Bus to Kerry Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Kerry Airportbus
2. Fly from Kerry Airport (KIR) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane KIR - DUB
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Stationbus
5h 45m
€51–127

Cork to Slane by train, tram, and bus

58Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 315.2 km
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Cork Alfred Street to Slane via Parkgate Street, Dublin Heuston Rail Station Phoenix Park & Dublin Zoo, Dublin Eden Quay O'Connell Street & Marlborough Street, and Abbey Street in around 5h 4m.

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