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

The cheapest way to get from Athboy to Sligo is to train which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athboy to Sligo is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Athboy and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from Athboy to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Athboy and arriving at Mail Coach Road via Cavan Bus Station and Ballinamore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Athboy to Sligo?

The distance between Athboy and Sligo is 169 km. The road distance is 149.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Athboy to Sligo without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Athboy to Sligo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athboy to Sligo bus from?

Athboy to Sligo bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athboy station.

Train or bus from Athboy to Sligo?

The best way to get from Athboy to Sligo is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Athboy to Sligo bus arrive?

Athboy to Sligo bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Cavan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Athboy to Sligo?

Yes, the driving distance between Athboy to Sligo is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Athboy to Sligo.

Where can I stay near Sligo?

There are 162+ hotels available in Sligo.

Athboy to Sligo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Athboy to Sligo by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Mullingar to Sligotrain Re / ...
4h 40m
€21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athboy to Cavan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Ballinamorebus 929
3. Take the bus from Ballinamore to Mail Coach Roadbus 572
5h 26m
Drive 149.4 km
1. Drive from Athboy to Sligocar 149.4 km
2h 8m
€25–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Athboy to Navan Road Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the train from Navan Road Parkway to Sligotrain Re
5h 8m
€25–36
Bus via Enniskillen
1. Take the bus from Athboy to Cavan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Enniskillenbus 30
3. Take the bus from Enniskillen to Sligo University Hospitalbus 458
5h 26m
€30–43

Athboy to Sligo by bus and train

35Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.5 km
Duration: 4h 40m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Mullingar to Sligo every 4 hours. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athboy to Mail Coach Road via Cavan Bus Station and Ballinamore in around 5h 26m.

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