What is the cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Sligo?

The cheapest way to get from Ballycastle to Sligo is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Sligo?

The fastest way to get from Ballycastle to Sligo is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Ballycastle and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballycastle to Sligo station. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Sligo Bus Station via Coleraine Buscentre and Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Ballycastle to Sligo?

The distance between Ballycastle and Sligo is 242 km. The road distance is 206.9 km.

How do I travel from Ballycastle to Sligo without a car?

The best way to get from Ballycastle to Sligo without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 44m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ballycastle to Sligo?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Ballycastle to Sligo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballycastle to Sligo bus from?

Ballycastle to Sligo bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Market Street station.

Where does the Ballycastle to Sligo bus arrive?

Ballycastle to Sligo bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Coleraine Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Ballycastle to Sligo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballycastle to Sligo is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Ballycastle to Sligo.

Where can I stay near Sligo?

There are 149+ hotels available in Sligo.

Ballycastle to Sligo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ballycastle to Sligo 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Coleraine Buscentre171 / ...
2. Take the train from Coleraine to Derry-Londonderry0
3. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Sligo Bus Station64
5h 44m
Drive 206.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballycastle to Sligo206.9 km
2h 50m
€36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Coleraine Buscentre171 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Derry Londonderry Bus Station234
3. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Sligo Bus Station64
6h 34m
Bus, train via Ballybofey
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Coleraine Buscentre171 / ...
2. Take the train from Coleraine to Derry-Londonderry0
3. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Ballybofey64 / ...
4. Take the bus from Ballybofey to Sligo Bus Station64
7h 4m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ballycastle to Sligo.

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Distance: 241.7 km
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Ballycastle, Northern Ireland and Sligo, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Market Street to Sligo Bus Station via Coleraine Buscentre and Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre in around 6h 34m.

Train operators

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