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

The cheapest way to get from Londonderry to Slane is to bus which costs €20 - €28 and takes 5h 24m.

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 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Londonderry and Slane?

No, there is no direct bus from Londonderry to Slane. However, there are services departing from North West Transport Hub and arriving at Slane via Ardee N33 and Cherrybrook. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Londonderry and Slane?

No, there is no direct train from Londonderry to Slane. However, there are services departing from Derry-Londonderry and arriving at Drogheda via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Londonderry to Slane?

The distance between Londonderry and Slane is 184 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 24m and costs €20 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m 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 North West Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Londonderry to Slane train from?

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

Train or bus from Londonderry to Slane?

The best way to get from Londonderry to Slane is to bus which takes 5h 24m and costs €20 - €28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €75 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Londonderry to Slane bus arrive?

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

Where does the Londonderry to Slane train arrive?

Londonderry to Slane train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central 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 177+ hotels available in Slane.

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There are 4 ways to get from Londonderry to Slane by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from North West Transport Hub to Ardee Bypassbus X3
5h 24m
€20–28
Train
1. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Belfast Great Centraltrain Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
5h 57m
€50–71
Drive 177.5 km
1. Drive from Londonderry to Slanecar 177.5 km
2h 18m
€33–48
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Derry Foyleside to Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel)bus 705x
2. Take the bus from Abbey St to Slanebus 980
6h 39m
€28–38

Londonderry to Slane by bus

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Distance: 183.6 km
Duration: 5h 24m

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

Translink operates a bus from North West Transport Hub to Ardee Bypass 3 times a day. Tickets cost €4 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Derry-Londonderry to Slane via Belfast Grand Central, Drogheda, Bryanstown Mnr, and Drogheda Bus in around 5h 57m.

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