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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Cairnryan is to drive and car ferry which costs £60 - £210 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Cairnryan is to drive and car ferry which takes 4h 53m and costs £60 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Sligo University Hospital and arriving at Old Pier via Enniskillen Bus Station, Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Ayr Bus Station and Elder Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 43m.

How far is it from Sligo to Cairnryan?

The distance between Sligo and Cairnryan is 183 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Cairnryan without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 9h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 24m to get from Sligo to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Cairnryan bus from?

Sligo to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Sligo University Hospital station.

Where does the Sligo to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Sligo to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Enniskillen station.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 198+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Sligo to Cairnryan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, ferry, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sligo to Cairnryan by bus, car ferry, train, ferry, car, or busferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, car ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Sligo University Hospital to Enniskillen458
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21261
3. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
9h 24m
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Sligo to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
4h 53m
£60–204
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin ConnollyRe / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Larne Harbour0
4. Take the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan
10h 48m
£62–274
Bus, train, ferry
1. Take the bus from Sligo University Hospital to Enniskillen458
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21261
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Larne Harbour0
4. Take the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan
9h 30m
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Sligo University Hospital to Enniskillen458
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21261
3. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayr923
4. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Elder Avenue60 / ...
13h 43m

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Map of how to get from Sligo to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 182.1 mi
Duration: 9h 24m

What companies run services between Sligo, Ireland and Cairnryan, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Sligo to Cairnryan. However, you can take the bus to Enniskillen, take the bus to Grand Central Station Stand 21, walk to Upper Queen Street, take the line 96 bus to Stena Line terminus, walk to Port Of Belfast, then take the car ferry to Cairnryan. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sligo to Cairnryan via Dublin Connolly, Belfast Grand Central, Larne Harbour, and Larne in around 10h 48m.

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