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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Newtownabbey is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Newtownabbey is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Newtownabbey?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Newtownabbey. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Whiteabbey via Dublin Connolly and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Sligo to Newtownabbey?

The distance between Sligo and Newtownabbey is 137 miles. The road distance is 124.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Newtownabbey without a car is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Sligo to Newtownabbey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Newtownabbey train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Newtownabbey?

The best way to get from Sligo to Newtownabbey is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Sligo to Newtownabbey train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Newtownabbey?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Newtownabbey is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Sligo to Newtownabbey.

Where can I stay near Newtownabbey?

There are 1270+ hotels available in Newtownabbey.

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

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

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Bus
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 / ...
5h 18m
Drive 123.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sligo to Newtownabbey123.8 mi
2h 29m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin ConnollyRe / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
6h 35m
£35–51

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Distance: 135.9 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Sligo University Hospital to Whiteabbey via Enniskillen Bus Station, Grand Central Station Stand 21, and Belfast Grand Central in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sligo to Whiteabbey via Dublin Connolly and Belfast Grand Central in around 6h 35m.

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