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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Swords is to train and line 41 bus which costs €21 - €29 and takes 3h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Swords is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Swords?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo to Swords. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Stn and arriving at Swords Castle via Airport Zone 15. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Sligo to Swords?

The distance between Sligo and Swords is 229 km. The road distance is 205.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Swords without a car is to train and line 41 bus which takes 3h 51m and costs €21 - €29.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Sligo to Swords, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Swords bus from?

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

Where does the Sligo to Swords bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Swords?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Swords is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Sligo to Swords.

Where can I stay near Swords?

There are 1076+ hotels available in Swords.

Sligo to Swords - 4 ways to travel via train, line 41 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 41 bus
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1. Take the train from Sligo to Drumcondratrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Drumcondra Stn to Swords Castlebus 33 / ...
3h 51m
€22–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 23
4h 1m
€29–38
Drive 205.1 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Swordscar 205.1 km
2h 42m
€36–52
Bus via Enniskillen
1. Take the bus from Sligo Hospital to Enniskillen Busbus 458
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2bus 30
5h 18m
€23–29

Sligo to Swords by train and bus

53Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.1 km
Duration: 3h 51m

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

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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