The average train between Athy and Sligo takes 6h 31m and the fastest train takes 4h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Athy to Sligo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Athy and Sligo. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athy is at 9:55 PM which arrives into Sligo at 12:18 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 6h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Athy to Sligo? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Athy to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Athy station and arriving at Sligo station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.
Athy to Sligo train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athy station.
Athy to Sligo train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Sligo station.
The distance between Athy and Sligo is 172.5 km. The road distance is 292 km.
You can take a train from Athy to Sligo via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 5h 29m.