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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Balbriggan is to train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Balbriggan is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo station to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Station and arriving at Balbriggan via Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Balbriggan via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Sligo to Balbriggan?

The distance between Sligo and Balbriggan is 251 km. The road distance is 202.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Balbriggan without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Sligo to Balbriggan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Balbriggan bus from?

Sligo to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Sligo Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Balbriggan train from?

Sligo to Balbriggan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Sligo station.

Train or bus from Sligo to Balbriggan?

The best way to get from Sligo to Balbriggan is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Sligo to Balbriggan bus arrive?

Sligo to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin, Airport station.

Where does the Sligo to Balbriggan train arrive?

Sligo to Balbriggan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Sligo to Balbriggan?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Balbriggan is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Sligo to Balbriggan.

Where can I stay near Balbriggan?

There are 143+ hotels available in Balbriggan.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sligo to Balbriggan 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
best
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin ConnollyRe / ...
4h 10m
€23–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Dublin, Airport23
4h 23m
€31–43
Drive 202.6 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Balbriggan202.6 km
2h 39m
€35–50
Bus via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 19
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 1923
4h 25m
€25–37

Sligo to Balbriggan by train

53Weekly Trains

4h 10mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.3 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Sligo to Dublin Connolly every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–27 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Sligo Bus Station to Dublin, Airport every 4 hours. Tickets cost €25–35 and the journey takes 3h 34m.

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