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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Carrickfergus is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Carrickfergus is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo to Carrickfergus station. However, there are services departing from Sligo Hospital and arriving at Grand Central Station Stand 14 via Enniskillen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Carrickfergus via Dublin Connolly and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Sligo to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Sligo and Carrickfergus is 139 miles. The road distance is 130.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Carrickfergus without a car is to bus which takes 5h 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Sligo to Carrickfergus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Carrickfergus bus from?

Sligo to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Sligo Hospital station.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Carrickfergus train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Carrickfergus?

The best way to get from Sligo to Carrickfergus is to bus which takes 5h 27m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Sligo to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

Sligo to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Enniskillen Bus station.

Where does the Sligo to Carrickfergus train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Carrickfergus?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Carrickfergus is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Sligo to Carrickfergus.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1155+ hotels available in Carrickfergus.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sligo Hospital to Enniskillen Busbus 458
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 14bus 261 / ...
5h 27m
Drive 129.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sligo to Carrickferguscar 129.7 mi
2h 38m
£32–47
Train
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
6h 31m
£39–56
Bus via Londonderry County Borough
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Derry Bus Stationbus 64
2. Take the bus from Foyle Street Bus Station to Nelson Street Bus Lanebus 212 / ...
5h 50m

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Distance: 138.7 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Sligo Hospital to Carrickfergus via Enniskillen Bus Station, Grand Central Station Stand 14, and Belfast Grand Central in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sligo to Carrickfergus via Dublin Connolly and Belfast Grand Central in around 6h 31m.

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