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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Ballycastle is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo station to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Station and arriving at Marine Corner via Derry Londonderry Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Sligo to Ballycastle?

The distance between Sligo and Ballycastle is 151 miles. The road distance is 129.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Ballycastle without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Sligo to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Ballycastle bus from?

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

Where does the Sligo to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Sligo to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre station.

Can I drive from Sligo to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Ballycastle is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Sligo to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 358+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

Sligo to Ballycastle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Sligo to Ballycastle by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre64
2. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Coleraine0
3. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Marine Corner402 / ...
5h 50m
Drive 129.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sligo to Ballycastle129.2 mi
2h 51m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre64
2. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentre234
3. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Marine Corner402 / ...
6h 40m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 150.4 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Sligo Bus Station to Marine Corner via Derry Londonderry Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre in around 6h 40m.

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