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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Slane is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Slane is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Slane?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Slane. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Chapel Street via Monaghan Bus Station and Carrickmacross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Portrush to Slane?

The distance between Portrush and Slane is 255 km. The road distance is 188.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Slane without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Portrush to Slane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Slane bus from?

Portrush to Slane bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Dunluce Avenue station.

Train or bus from Portrush to Slane?

The best way to get from Portrush to Slane is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Portrush to Slane bus arrive?

Portrush to Slane bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Monaghan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Slane?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Slane is 189 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Portrush to Slane.

Where can I stay near Slane?

There are 167+ hotels available in Slane.

Portrush to Slane - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Portrush 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
best
1. Take the train from Portrush to Portadown0
2. Take the train from Portadown to Drogheda1 Gc->Dn / ...
5h 27m
€32–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunluce Avenue to Monaghan Bus Station278
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Carrickmacross182
6h 19m
Drive 188.9 km
1. Drive from Portrush to Slane188.9 km
2h 34m
€34–49
Train via Belfast
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Great Victoria Street2 Ly->Gc / ...
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Drogheda1 Gc->Dn
6h 19m
€41–62
Bus via Omagh
1. Take the bus from Dunluce Avenue to Omagh Depot231
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Ardee Bypass32
6h 59m

Portrush to Slane by train and bus

1Weekly Services

5h 27mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255 km
Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Slane via Portadown, Drogheda, Bryanstown, and Drogheda Bus Station in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Chapel Street via Monaghan Bus Station and Carrickmacross in around 6h 19m.

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