The average train between Sligo and Portrush takes 9h 45m and the fastest train takes 7h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Sligo to Portrush. 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 4 times a day between Sligo and Portrush. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sligo is at 7:20 PM which arrives into Portrush at 9:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 9h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Sligo to Portrush? 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 Portrush. However, there are services departing from Sligo station and arriving at Portrush station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.
Sligo to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Sligo station.
Sligo to Portrush train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Coleraine station.
The distance between Sligo and Portrush is 156.3 km. The road distance is 505 km.
You can take a train from Sligo to Portrush via Dublin Connolly, Belfast Great Central, and Coleraine in around 8h 44m.