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

From Donabate to Slane Castle by bus and train

To get from Donabate to Slane Castle you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the RAIL train from Donabate station to Drogheda (Macbride) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the D4 bus and finally take the 190 bus from Georges Street station to Slane station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 53 min. The bus and train schedule from Donabate may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Slane Castle on the Moovit app.

113min
Train - RAILRAIL
Bus - D4D4
Bus - 190190
Walk to Slane Castle
Leaves from Donabate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Donabate
  • 2
    Train - RAILRAIL
    Wait for train
    RAIL
    Drogheda (Macbride)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Drogheda (Macbride)
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Drogheda Station
    ID 100381
    240 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - D4D4
    Wait for bus
    D4
    Linenfield
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Georges Street
    ID 139141
    14 min
  • 7
    Bus - 190190
    Wait for bus
    190
    Athlone
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Slane
    ID 109131
    31 min
  • 9
    Walk to Slane Castle
    Walk to
    Slane Castle
    1.37 km • 18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Donabate to Slane Castle

The distance between Donabate and Slane Castle is approximately 50 km, which can typically be travelled in 113 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Donabate 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 Donabate to Slane Castle

To check the bus and train schedule from Donabate to Slane Castle using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Donabate) 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 Donabate to Slane Castle?

    The fastest way takes 113 minutes, using Train line RAIL, Bus line D4, Bus line 190.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 53 min.

  • Which train line goes from Donabate to Slane Castle?

    The RAIL train line goes from Drogheda (Macbride) station near Donabate in Ireland to Drogheda Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Drogheda Station near Slane Castle.

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

    The total travel time between Donabate and Slane Castle by train and bus is about 1 hr 53 min.

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

    Get on the RAIL train from the Drogheda (Macbride) station near Donabate in Ireland.

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

    Get off the train at the Drogheda Station, which is closest to Slane Castle.

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