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

The cheapest way to get from Londonderry to Slane is to bus via Dublin which costs €28 - €40 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Londonderry to Slane is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Londonderry and Slane?

No, there is no direct bus from Londonderry station to Slane. However, there are services departing from Derry Londonderry Bus Station and arriving at Slane via Ardee N33 and Ardee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Londonderry to Slane?

The distance between Londonderry and Slane is 185 km. The road distance is 177.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Londonderry to Slane without a car is to bus which takes 5h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Londonderry to Slane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Londonderry to Slane bus from?

Londonderry to Slane bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Derry Londonderry Bus Station.

Train or bus from Londonderry to Slane?

The best way to get from Londonderry to Slane is to bus which takes 5h 6m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Londonderry to Slane bus arrive?

Londonderry to Slane bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ardee Bypass station.

Can I drive from Londonderry to Slane?

Yes, the driving distance between Londonderry to Slane is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Londonderry to Slane.

Where can I stay near Slane?

There are 160+ hotels available in Slane.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Londonderry 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 Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Ardee Bypassbus X3
5h 6m
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Derry Foyleside to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Slanebus 980
6h 39m
€28–38
Train
1. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Belfast Great Centraltrain 2_Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Drogheda Macbridetrain 1_Gc->Dn
5h 45m
€36–54
Drive 177.5 km
1. Drive from Londonderry to Slanecar 177.5 km
2h 18m
€32–45

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Londonderry to Slane.

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Distance: 184.7 km
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Londonderry, Northern Ireland and Slane, Ireland?

Translink operates a bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Ardee Bypass every 4 hours, and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Derry-Londonderry to Slane via Belfast Great Central, Drogheda Macbride, Bryanstown Manor, and Drogheda Bus Station in around 5h 45m.

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