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

The cheapest way to get from Letterkenny to Slane is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Letterkenny to Slane is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Letterkenny and Slane?

No, there is no direct bus from Letterkenny to Slane. However, there are services departing from Letterkenny Bus and arriving at Slane via Ardee N33 and Ardee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Letterkenny and Slane?

No, there is no direct train from Letterkenny to Slane. However, there are services departing from Londonderry and arriving at Drogheda via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Letterkenny to Slane?

The distance between Letterkenny and Slane is 188 km. The road distance is 181.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Letterkenny to Slane without a car is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Letterkenny to Slane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Letterkenny to Slane bus from?

Letterkenny to Slane bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Letterkenny Bus station.

Where do I catch the Letterkenny to Slane train from?

Letterkenny to Slane train services, operated by Translink, depart from Londonderry station.

Train or bus from Letterkenny to Slane?

The best way to get from Letterkenny to Slane is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €65 - €95 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Letterkenny to Slane bus arrive?

Letterkenny to Slane bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Ardee N33 station.

Where does the Letterkenny to Slane train arrive?

Letterkenny to Slane train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Letterkenny to Slane?

Yes, the driving distance between Letterkenny to Slane is 182 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Letterkenny to Slane.

Where can I stay near Slane?

There are 182+ hotels available in Slane.

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There are 3 ways to get from Letterkenny to Slane by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Letterkenny Bus to Ardee N33bus 32
5h 18m
€38–52
Drive 181.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Letterkenny to Slanecar 181.8 km
2h 19m
€31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Londonderry to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
7h 40m
€66–94

Letterkenny to Slane by bus

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5h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 188.2 km
Duration: 5h 18m

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

Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Letterkenny Bus to Ardee N33 every 2 hours. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Mc Ginley Coach Travel also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from ATU Letterkenny to Slane via Foyle Street Bus Station, Waterside Link, Londonderry, Belfast Grand Central, Drogheda, Bryanstown Mnr, and Drogheda Bus in around 7h 40m.

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