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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Slane is to bus which costs €19 - €27 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Slane is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Slane?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny station to Slane. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station and arriving at Slane via Abbey Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Slane?

The distance between Kilkenny and Slane is 172 km. The road distance is 157.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Slane without a car is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs €19 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Kilkenny to Slane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Slane bus from?

Kilkenny to Slane bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Slane bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Slane bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Eden Quay station.

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Slane?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Slane is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Kilkenny to Slane.

Where can I stay near Slane?

There are 160+ hotels available in Slane.

Kilkenny to Slane - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kilkenny to Slane by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Eden Quaybus 717
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Slanebus 980
3h 35m
€19–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain Re
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Slanebus 980
3h 45m
€20–28
Drive 157.5 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Slanecar 157.5 km
1h 55m
€27–39
Bus via Navan
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Westland Row to Navanbus Nx / ...
4h 21m
€24–35

Kilkenny to Slane by bus

58Weekly Buses

3h 35mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kilkenny to Slane.

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Distance: 172.4 km
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Kilkenny, IE-KK, Ireland and Slane, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Kilkenny MacDonagh Station to Slane via Eden Quay and Abbey Street in around 3h 35m.

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