The average train between Portlaoise and Sligo takes 5h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Portlaoise 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 Portlaoise and Sligo. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portlaoise is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Sligo at 12:18 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 5h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Portlaoise 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 Portlaoise to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise station and arriving at Sligo station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.
Portlaoise to Sligo train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.
Portlaoise to Sligo train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Sligo station.
The distance between Portlaoise and Sligo is 157.5 km. The road distance is 302 km.
You can take a train from Portlaoise to Sligo via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 5h 50m.