How to get from Dublin Port to Slane Castle by bus?

From Dublin Port to Slane Castle by bus

To get from Dublin Port to Slane Castle you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 53 bus from Branch Road station to Talbot St East 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 39 min. The ride fare is €5.10. The bus schedule from Dublin Port may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Slane Castle on the Moovit app.

159min€5.10
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5353
Bus - NXNX
Bus - 190190
Walk to Slane Castle
Leaves from Branch Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Branch Road
    ID 8360
    480 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5353
    Wait for bus
    53
    Talbot Street
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Talbot St East
    ID 4380
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Beresford Place
    ID 135031
    310 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - NXNX
    Wait for bus
    NX
    Navan Park & Ride
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Navan
    ID 189571
    67 min
  • 7
    Bus - 190190
    Wait for bus
    190
    Drogheda
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Slane
    ID 152371
    15 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 Dublin Port to Slane Castle

The distance between Dublin Port and Slane Castle is approximately 78.03 km, which can typically be travelled in 159 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dublin Port to Slane Castle by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Slane – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Dublin Port to Slane Castle

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 159 minutes, using Bus line 53, Bus line NX, Bus line 190.

  • Is there a direct bus between Dublin Port and Slane Castle?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 39 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dublin Port to Slane Castle?

    The 53 bus line goes from Branch Road station near Dublin Port in Dublin to Talbot St East station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Talbot St East station near Slane Castle.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dublin Port to Slane Castle by bus?

    The total travel time between Dublin Port and Slane Castle by bus is about 2 hr 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Dublin Port to get to Slane Castle?

    Get on the 53 bus from the Branch Road stop near Dublin Port in Dublin.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Dublin Port and Slane Castle?

    Get off the bus at the Talbot St East stop, which is closest to Slane Castle.

  • How much is the bus fare from Dublin Port to Slane Castle?

    The ride from Dublin Port to Slane Castle costs €5.10.

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