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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Newtownards is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Newtownards is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Newtownards?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo to Newtownards station. However, there are services departing from Sligo Hospital and arriving at Newtownards Bus Station via Enniskillen Bus Station and Lanyon Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Newtownards?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Newtownards. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Bangor via Dublin Connolly and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Sligo to Newtownards?

The distance between Sligo and Newtownards is 138 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Newtownards without a car is to bus which takes 5h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Sligo to Newtownards, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Newtownards bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sligo to Newtownards train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Newtownards?

The best way to get from Sligo to Newtownards is to bus which takes 5h 52m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Sligo to Newtownards bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sligo to Newtownards train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Newtownards?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Newtownards is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Sligo to Newtownards.

Where can I stay near Newtownards?

There are 1248+ hotels available in Newtownards.

Sligo to Newtownards - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sligo Hospital to Enniskillenbus 458
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 14bus 261 / ...
5h 52m
Drive 129.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sligo to Newtownardscar 129.9 mi
2h 36m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
7h 14m
£39–56

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Distance: 137.4 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Sligo Hospital to Newtownards Bus Station via Enniskillen Bus Station, Grand Central Station Stand 14, Belfast Grand Central, Belfast Lanyon Place, and Lanyon Place in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sligo to Kennel Lane via Dublin Connolly, Belfast Grand Central, Bangor, and Bangor Buscentre in around 7h 14m.

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