What is the cheapest way to get from Sligo to Dark Hedges?

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Dark Hedges is to bus and train which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sligo to Dark Hedges?

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Dark Hedges is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Dark Hedges?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo to Dark Hedges. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Stn and arriving at Clintyfinnan via Foyle Street Bus Station and Coleraine Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Dark Hedges?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Dark Hedges. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Ballymoney via Dublin Connolly and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Sligo to Dark Hedges?

The distance between Sligo and Dark Hedges is 145 miles. The road distance is 125.4 miles.

How do I travel from Sligo to Dark Hedges without a car?

The best way to get from Sligo to Dark Hedges without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 52m and costs £26 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Sligo to Dark Hedges?

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Sligo to Dark Hedges, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Dark Hedges bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sligo to Dark Hedges train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Dark Hedges?

The best way to get from Sligo to Dark Hedges is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs £60 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Sligo to Dark Hedges bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sligo to Dark Hedges train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Dark Hedges?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Dark Hedges is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Sligo to Dark Hedges.

Where can I stay near Dark Hedges?

There are 815+ hotels available in Dark Hedges.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Ulsterbus Depotbus 64
2. Take the train from Londonderry to Ballymoneytrain Re / ...
6h 52m
£26–42
Train
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Ballymoneytrain Re
7h 24m
£62–87
Drive 124.7 mi
1. Drive from Sligo to Dark Hedgescar 124.7 mi
2h 43m
£31–44
Bus
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 / ...
7h 5m

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Distance: 144.6 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Sligo, Ireland and Dark Hedges, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Sligo to Dark Hedges via Dublin Connolly, Belfast Grand Central, and Ballymoney in around 7h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Dark Hedges via Foyle Street Bus Station, Coleraine Buscentre, and Clintyfinnan in around 7h 5m.

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