The average train between Sligo and Dunboyne takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Sligo to Dunboyne. 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 Sligo and Dunboyne. 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 Dunboyne at 10:55 PM. All services require a transfer at Maynooth and take an average of 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sligo to Dunboyne? 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 Sligo to Dunboyne. However, there are services departing from Sligo station and arriving at Dunboyne station via Maynooth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Sligo to Dunboyne train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Sligo station.
Sligo to Dunboyne train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Maynooth station.
The distance between Sligo and Dunboyne is 161.4 km. The road distance is 209 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Sligo to Maynooth hourly. Tickets cost €16–24 and the journey takes 2h 33m.