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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Ballycastle is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Ballycastle is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Ballycastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo to Ballycastle. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Stn and arriving at Marine Corner via Foyle Street Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Sligo to Ballycastle?

The distance between Sligo and Ballycastle is 150 miles. The road distance is 129.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Ballycastle without a car is to bus which takes 6h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Sligo to Ballycastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Ballycastle bus from?

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

Where does the Sligo to Ballycastle bus arrive?

Sligo to Ballycastle bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Ulsterbus Depot station.

Can I drive from Sligo to Ballycastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Ballycastle is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Sligo to Ballycastle.

Where can I stay near Ballycastle?

There are 393+ hotels available in Ballycastle.

Sligo to Ballycastle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 171 bus

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Ulsterbus Depotbus 64
2. Take the bus from Foyle Street Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentrebus 234
3. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Marine Cornerbus 402 / ...
6h 24m
Drive 129.2 mi
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1. Drive from Sligo to Ballycastlecar 129.2 mi
2h 52m
£32–46
Bus, train, line 171 bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Ulsterbus Depotbus 64
2. Take the train from Londonderry to Colerainetrain Re
3. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to The Diamondbus 171 / ...
6h 39m

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Distance: 149.1 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Marine Corner via Foyle Street Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre in around 6h 24m.

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