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

The cheapest way to get from Portrush to Sligo is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portrush to Sligo is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Portrush and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from Portrush to Sligo station. However, there are services departing from Dunluce Avenue and arriving at Sligo Bus Station via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulsterbus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Portrush and Sligo?

No, there is no direct train from Portrush to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Portrush and arriving at Sligo via Coleraine, Belfast Great Central and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

How far is it from Portrush to Sligo?

The distance between Portrush and Sligo is 209 km. The road distance is 188.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Portrush to Sligo without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 32m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Portrush to Sligo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Sligo bus from?

Portrush to Sligo bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine Buscentre station.

Where do I catch the Portrush to Sligo train from?

Portrush to Sligo train services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine station.

Train or bus from Portrush to Sligo?

The best way to get from Portrush to Sligo is to train which takes 9h 21m and costs €50 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Portrush to Sligo bus arrive?

Portrush to Sligo bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Foyle Street Bus Station.

Where does the Portrush to Sligo train arrive?

Portrush to Sligo train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central station.

Can I drive from Portrush to Sligo?

Yes, the driving distance between Portrush to Sligo is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Portrush to Sligo.

Where can I stay near Sligo?

There are 160+ hotels available in Sligo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portrush to Sligo by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Derry-Londonderrytrain Rail
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Sligo Bus Stationbus 64
5h 32m
€36–51
Drive 188.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Portrush to Sligocar 188.2 km
2h 32m
€33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
3. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Sligotrain Re / ...
9h 21m
€52–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 234 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Sligo Bus Stationbus 64
6h 8m

Portrush to Sligo by train, foot, and bus

41Weekly Services

5h 32mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portrush to Sligo.

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Distance: 208.5 km
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a train from Portrush to Sligo via Coleraine, Belfast Great Central, and Dublin Connolly in around 9h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunluce Avenue to Sligo Bus Station via Coleraine Buscentre and Ulsterbus Depot in around 6h 8m.

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