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22/04/2025
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Sligo to Ballina by train

The journey from Sligo to Ballina by train is 48.5 km and takes 8 hrs 39 mins. There are 4 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:40 and the last at 15:05. It is possible to travel from Sligo to Ballina by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 8 hrs 39 mins
Connection per Day 4
First Departure 06:40
Last Departure 15:05
Distance 48.5 km
Departure Sligo
Arrival Ballina
Carriers Irish Rail

Sligo to Ballina Train Times

Departure date
Tuesday 22 Apr 2025

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The cheapest Sligo - Ballina train tickets can be found for as low as €4.43 if you’re lucky, or €10.00 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €14.97.

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When travelling to Ballina by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Sligo to Ballina CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
3.39kg
Bus
3.64kg
Flight
9.7kg
Car
7.76kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Sligo to Ballina by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Sligo and Ballina are 3.39kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Sligo and Ballina? By taking the train between Sligo and Ballina you will save 6.31kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.25kg compared to a bus and 4.37kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Sligo and Ballina by train?
Sligo to Ballina is 48.5 km.
How long does the train between Sligo and Ballina take?
Sligo to Ballina is on average 8 hrs 39 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hrs 55 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Sligo to Ballina?
Sligo to Ballina has 4 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Sligo to Ballina leave?
The earliest train from Sligo to Ballina departs at 06:40. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Sligo to Ballina depart?
The latest train from Sligo to Ballina departs at 15:05. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Sligo to Ballina by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Sligo and Ballina is 7 hrs 55 mins.
Is there a direct train from Sligo to Ballina?
Yes, there is a direct train between Sligo and Ballina.
What are the CO2 emissions for Sligo to Ballina by train?
The train journey from Sligo to Ballina creates 3.39kg of CO2 emissions.

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