How to get from Blackrock to Slane Castle by bus and train?

Blackrock to Slane Castle - Train Schedule

The DART train from Blackrock to Slane Castle runs from 07:22 to 21:23, with departures every 10-40 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 44 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Blackrock to Slane Castle by bus and train

To get from Blackrock to Slane Castle you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the DART train from Blackrock station to Dublin Pearse station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NX bus and finally take the 190 bus from Navan station to Slane station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 44 min. The ride fare is €5.10. The bus and train schedule from Blackrock may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Slane Castle on the Moovit app.

164min€5.10
Train - DARTDART
Bus - NXNX
Bus - 190190
Walk to Slane Castle
Leaves from Blackrock

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Blackrock
  • 2
    Train - DARTDART
    Wait for train
    DART
    Howth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dublin Pearse
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pearse Street
    ID 399
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - NXNX
    Wait for bus
    NX
    Navan Park & Ride
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Navan
    ID 189571
    80 min
  • 7
    Bus - 190190
    Wait for bus
    190
    Drogheda
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Slane
    ID 152371
    17 min
  • 9
    Walk to Slane Castle
    Walk to
    Slane Castle
    1.39 km • 18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Blackrock to Slane Castle

The distance between Blackrock and Slane Castle is approximately 75.43 km, which can typically be travelled in 164 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Blackrock to Slane Castle by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Slane – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Blackrock to Slane Castle

To check the bus and train schedule from Blackrock to Slane Castle using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Blackrock) and destination (Slane Castle), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Blackrock to Slane Castle?

    The fastest way takes 164 minutes, using Train line DART, Bus line NX, Bus line 190.

  • Is there a direct train between Blackrock and Slane Castle?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 44 min.

  • Which train line goes from Blackrock to Slane Castle?

    The DART train line goes from Dublin Pearse station near Blackrock in Ireland to Pearse Street station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Pearse Street station near Slane Castle.

  • How long does it take to travel from Blackrock to Slane Castle by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Blackrock and Slane Castle by train and bus is about 2 hr 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Blackrock to get to Slane Castle?

    Get on the DART train from the Dublin Pearse station near Blackrock in Ireland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Blackrock and Slane Castle?

    Get off the train at the Pearse Street stop, which is closest to Slane Castle.

  • How much is the train fare from Blackrock to Slane Castle?

    The ride from Blackrock to Slane Castle costs €5.10.

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