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

The cheapest way to get from Blessington to Sligo is to train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blessington to Sligo is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Blessington and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from Blessington to Sligo station. However, there are services departing from Blessington and arriving at Sligo Bus Station via Tallaght Luas and Liffey Valley SC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Blessington to Sligo?

The distance between Blessington and Sligo is 232 km. The road distance is 200.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Blessington to Sligo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 17m and costs €24 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Blessington to Sligo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blessington to Sligo bus from?

Blessington to Sligo bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Liffey Valley SC station.

Train or bus from Blessington to Sligo?

The best way to get from Blessington to Sligo is to bus which takes 5h 17m and costs €24 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Blessington to Sligo bus arrive?

Blessington to Sligo bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Sligo Bus Station.

Can I drive from Blessington to Sligo?

Yes, the driving distance between Blessington to Sligo is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Blessington to Sligo.

Where can I stay near Sligo?

There are 148+ hotels available in Sligo.

Blessington to Sligo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 65 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Blessington 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
best
1. Take the bus from Liffey Valley SC to Sligo Bus Station23
5h 17m
€25–34
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to SligoRe / ...
5h 30m
€23–33
Drive 200.2 km
1. Drive from Blessington to Sligo200.2 km
2h 45m
€34–49
Line 65 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Blessington to Camden Street Lower65
2. Take the bus from Dublin, Airport to Sligo Bus Station23
6h 31m
€30–48

Blessington to Sligo by bus

42Weekly Buses

5h 17mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.1 km
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Blessington, Ireland and Sligo, Ireland?

Bus Éireann operates a bus from Liffey Valley SC to Sligo Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €19–28 and the journey takes 3h 3m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Connolly to Sligo every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–27 and the journey takes 3h 13m.

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