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Trip Overview

The average train between Sligo and Dublin takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h. The train service runs several times per day from Sligo to Dublin. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 9m
Duration
217 km
Distance
€23
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Sligo to Dublin train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Sligo and Dublin. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sligo is at 7:05 PM which arrives into Dublin at 10:08 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 3h 3m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 3h 9m • Direct
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    train train 3h • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 3h 9m • Direct
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    train train 3h • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 3h 9m • Direct
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    train train 3h • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 3h 9m • Direct
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    train train 3h • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 3h 9m • Direct
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    train train 3h • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    train train 3h 3m • Direct
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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sligo to Dublin? 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.

Map of how to get from Sligo to Dublin.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 216.8 km
  • Duration: 3h 9m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Sligo to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €18–27 and the journey takes 3h 6m.

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