How to get from Dundalk to Slane by bus?

From Dundalk to Slane by bus

To get from Dundalk to Slane in Ireland, take the 171 bus from Clarke Station station to Carrickmacross station. Next, take the 980 bus from Carrickmacross station to Slane station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min. The bus schedule from Dundalk may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Slane on the Moovit app.

85min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 171171
Bus - 980980
Walk to Slane
Leaves from Clarke Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clarke Station
    ID 139921
    120 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 171171
    Wait for bus
    171
    Shercock
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carrickmacross
    ID 155941
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Carrickmacross
    ID 109091
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 980980
    Wait for bus
    980
    Abbey Street
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Slane
    ID 14051
    35 min
  • 7
    Walk to Slane
    Walk to
    Slane
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Dundalk to Slane by bus via 167 and 980

To get from Dundalk to Slane in Ireland, take the 167 bus from Saint Malachy's Villas station to Ardee station. Next, take the 980 bus from Ardee station to Slane station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 min. The bus schedule from Dundalk may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Slane on the Moovit app.

84min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 167167
Bus - 980980
Walk to Slane
Leaves from Saint Malachy's Villas

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saint Malachy's Villas
    ID 109521
    380 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 167167
    Wait for bus
    167
    Ardee
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ardee
    ID 152311
    30 min
  • 4
    Bus - 980980
    Wait for bus
    980
    Abbey Street
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Slane
    ID 14051
    20 min
  • 6
    Walk to Slane
    Walk to
    Slane
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dundalk to Slane

The distance between Dundalk, Ireland and Slane, Ireland is approximately 64.33 km, which can typically be travelled in 85 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dundalk to Slane by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Dundalk to Slane

To check the bus schedule from Dundalk to Slane using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Dundalk) and destination (Slane), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Dundalk to Slane by bus via 167 and 980

To get from Dundalk to Slane in Ireland, take the 167 bus from Saint Malachy's Villas station to Ardee station. Next, take the 980 bus from Ardee station to Slane station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 min. The bus schedule from Dundalk may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Slane on the Moovit app.

84min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 167167
Bus - 980980
Walk to Slane
Leaves from Saint Malachy's Villas

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saint Malachy's Villas
    ID 109521
    380 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 167167
    Wait for bus
    167
    Ardee
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ardee
    ID 152311
    30 min
  • 4
    Bus - 980980
    Wait for bus
    980
    Abbey Street
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Slane
    ID 14051
    20 min
  • 6
    Walk to Slane
    Walk to
    Slane
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dundalk to Slane?

    The fastest way takes 85 minutes, using Bus line 171, Bus line 980.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Dundalk to Slane?

    The alternative route takes 84 minutes, using Bus line 167, Bus line 980.

  • Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Slane in Ireland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dundalk to Slane in Ireland?

    The 171 bus line goes from Clarke Station station near Dundalk to Shercock station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Shercock station near Slane in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dundalk to Slane in Ireland by bus?

    The total travel time between Dundalk and Slane in Ireland by bus is about 1 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Dundalk to get to Slane in Ireland?

    Get on the 171 bus from the Clarke Station stop near Dundalk in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Dundalk and Slane in Ireland?

    Get off the bus at the Shercock stop, which is closest to Slane in Ireland.

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