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

The cheapest way to get from Roscommon to Slane is to bus which costs €15 - €25 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Roscommon to Slane is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Roscommon and Slane?

No, there is no direct bus from Roscommon to Slane. However, there are services departing from Roscommon and arriving at Slane via Athlone Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Roscommon to Slane?

The distance between Roscommon and Slane is 150 km. The road distance is 126.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Roscommon to Slane without a car is to bus which takes 4h 7m and costs €15 - €25.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Roscommon to Slane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roscommon to Slane bus from?

Roscommon to Slane bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athlone Station.

Where does the Roscommon to Slane bus arrive?

Roscommon to Slane bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Slane station.

Can I drive from Roscommon to Slane?

Yes, the driving distance between Roscommon to Slane is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Roscommon to Slane.

Where can I stay near Slane?

There are 167+ hotels available in Slane.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Roscommon 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 Athlone Station to Slanebus 190
4h 7m
€16–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Roscommon to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Abbey Street to Slanebus 980
4h 11m
€22–32
Drive 126.4 km
1. Drive from Roscommon to Slanecar 126.4 km
1h 54m
€21–30
Bus via Roscommon
1. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Slanebus 190
4h 14m
€18–27

Roscommon to Slane by train and bus

39Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Roscommon to Slane.

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Distance: 150.3 km
Duration: 4h 7m

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

Bus Éireann operates a bus from Athlone Station to Slane every 3 hours. Tickets cost €12–19 and the journey takes 2h 41m.

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