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

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Slane is to drive which costs €17 - €26 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Slane is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Slane?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlaoise to Slane. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Slane via Abbey Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Slane?

The distance between Portlaoise and Slane is 132 km. The road distance is 103.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Slane without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 20m and costs €16 - €24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Portlaoise to Slane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Slane bus from?

Portlaoise to Slane bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Slane bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Slane?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Slane is 103 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Portlaoise to Slane.

Where can I stay near Slane?

There are 160+ hotels available in Slane.

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin Heustontrain 200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Slanebus 980
3h 20m
€16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Eden Quaybus 735
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Slanebus 980
3h 40m
€17–24
Drive 103.2 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Slanecar 103.2 km
1h 44m
€18–26
Bus via Drogheda Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise Hospital to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Drogheda Bus Stationbus 100X
4h 30m
€23–42

Portlaoise to Slane by train, tram, and bus

58Weekly Services

3h 20mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 131.5 km
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Slane via Eden Quay and Abbey Street in around 3h 40m.

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