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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Portmarnock is to train which costs €20 - €30 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Portmarnock is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Portmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo station to Portmarnock. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Station and arriving at Portmarnock Village via Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Portmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Portmarnock. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Portmarnock via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Sligo to Portmarnock?

The distance between Sligo and Portmarnock is 227 km. The road distance is 212.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Portmarnock without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs €20 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Sligo to Portmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Portmarnock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sligo to Portmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Portmarnock?

The best way to get from Sligo to Portmarnock is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs €20 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €40 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Sligo to Portmarnock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sligo to Portmarnock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Portmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Portmarnock is 212 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Sligo to Portmarnock.

Where can I stay near Portmarnock?

There are 1053+ hotels available in Portmarnock.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sligo to Portmarnock by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Re / ...
3h 46m
€21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Dublin Busárasbus 23
5h 4m
€29–39
Drive 212.1 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Portmarnockcar 212.1 km
2h 38m
€36–51
Bus via Enniskillen
1. Take the bus from Sligo University Hospital to Enniskillenbus 458
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2bus 30
6h 3m

Sligo to Portmarnock by train

55Weekly Trains

3h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 227.4 km
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Sligo, Ireland and Portmarnock, 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 Busáras every 4 hours. Tickets cost €26–40 and the journey takes 4h 1m.

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