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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Ashbourne is to bus via Enniskillen which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Ashbourne is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Ashbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo to Ashbourne. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Stn and arriving at Ashbourne via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Ashbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Ashbourne. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Broadstone via Broombridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Sligo to Ashbourne?

The distance between Sligo and Ashbourne is 234 km. The road distance is 191.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Ashbourne without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Sligo to Ashbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Ashbourne bus from?

Sligo to Ashbourne bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Sligo Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Ashbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Ashbourne?

The best way to get from Sligo to Ashbourne is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Sligo to Ashbourne bus arrive?

Sligo to Ashbourne bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Where does the Sligo to Ashbourne train arrive?

Sligo to Ashbourne train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Broombridge station.

Can I drive from Sligo to Ashbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Ashbourne is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Sligo to Ashbourne.

Where can I stay near Ashbourne?

There are 1050+ hotels available in Ashbourne.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Sligo to Broombridgetrain Ic
3h 55m
€31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 23
4h 36m
€38–51
Drive 191.7 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Ashbournecar 191.7 km
2h 28m
€34–49
Bus via Enniskillen
1. Take the bus from Sligo Hospital to Enniskillen Busbus 458
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2bus 30
5h 52m
€32–42

Sligo to Ashbourne by train, tram, and bus

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Distance: 234.2 km
Duration: 3h 55m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Sligo to Broombridge every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Terminal 2 Zone 19 5 times a day. Tickets cost €25–35 and the journey takes 3h 36m.

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