What is the cheapest way to get from Abbeyleix to Sligo?

The cheapest way to get from Abbeyleix to Sligo is to bus and train which costs €25 - €40 and takes 6h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Abbeyleix to Sligo?

The fastest way to get from Abbeyleix to Sligo is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Abbeyleix and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from Abbeyleix to Sligo station. However, there are services departing from Abbeyleix and arriving at Sligo Bus Station via Portlaoise JFL Avenue and Longford Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Abbeyleix to Sligo?

The distance between Abbeyleix and Sligo is 222 km. The road distance is 190.9 km.

How do I travel from Abbeyleix to Sligo without a car?

The best way to get from Abbeyleix to Sligo without a car is to bus which takes 6h 8m and costs €26 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Abbeyleix to Sligo?

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Abbeyleix to Sligo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Abbeyleix to Sligo bus from?

Abbeyleix to Sligo bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Train or bus from Abbeyleix to Sligo?

The best way to get from Abbeyleix to Sligo is to bus which takes 6h 8m and costs €26 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Abbeyleix to Sligo bus arrive?

Abbeyleix to Sligo bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Longford Station.

Can I drive from Abbeyleix to Sligo?

Yes, the driving distance between Abbeyleix to Sligo is 191 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Abbeyleix to Sligo.

Where can I stay near Sligo?

There are 148+ hotels available in Sligo.

Abbeyleix to Sligo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Abbeyleix to Sligo by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Longford Station73
2. Take the bus from Longford Station to Sligo Bus Station23 / ...
6h 8m
€26–46
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Longford Station73
2. Take the train from Longford to SligoRe / ...
6h 10m
€25–37
Train
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to SligoRe / ...
6h 25m
€30–45
Drive 190.9 km
1. Drive from Abbeyleix to Sligo190.9 km
2h 43m
€33–47

Abbeyleix to Sligo by bus

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6h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 221.7 km
Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Abbeyleix to Sligo Bus Station via Portlaoise JFL Avenue and Longford Station in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Abbeyleix to Sligo via Portlaoise Station, Portlaoise, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 6h 25m.

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