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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Balbriggan is to train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Balbriggan is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Stn and arriving at Balbriggan via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Balbriggan via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Sligo to Balbriggan?

The distance between Sligo and Balbriggan is 251 km. The road distance is 202.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Balbriggan without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Sligo to Balbriggan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Balbriggan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sligo to Balbriggan train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Balbriggan?

The best way to get from Sligo to Balbriggan is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Sligo to Balbriggan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sligo to Balbriggan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Balbriggan?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Balbriggan is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Sligo to Balbriggan.

Where can I stay near Balbriggan?

There are 163+ hotels available in Balbriggan.

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Sligo to Balbriggan by train

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3h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 251.4 km
Duration: 3h 58m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Sligo to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €18–27 and the journey takes 3h 6m. 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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