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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Sligo is to bus and train which costs €25 - €40 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athy to Sligo is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Sligo station. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Sligo Bus Station via Kilcock and Mullingar Castle St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Sligo?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Sligo via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Athy to Sligo?

The distance between Athy and Sligo is 253 km. The road distance is 199.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Athy to Sligo without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 53m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Athy to Sligo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Sligo bus from?

Athy to Sligo bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Athy station.

Where do I catch the Athy to Sligo train from?

Athy to Sligo train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athy station.

Train or bus from Athy to Sligo?

The best way to get from Athy to Sligo is to bus which takes 6h 6m and costs €29 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Athy to Sligo bus arrive?

Athy to Sligo bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Kilcock station.

Where does the Athy to Sligo train arrive?

Athy to Sligo train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Athy to Sligo?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Sligo is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Athy to Sligo.

Where can I stay near Sligo?

There are 149+ hotels available in Sligo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Athy 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Athy to KilcockUm06
2. Take the train from Kilcock to SligoRe / ...
4h 53m
€25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athy to Kilcock
2. Take the bus from Kilcock to Mullingar Castle Street115
3. Take the bus from Mullingar Castle St to Sligo Bus Station23
6h 6m
€29–51
Drive 199.8 km
1. Drive from Athy to Sligo199.8 km
2h 51m
€34–50
Train
1. Take the train from Athy to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to SligoRe / ...
5h 21m
€26–39

Athy to Sligo by bus and train

5Weekly Services

4h 53mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.3 km
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Athy to Sligo Bus Station via Kilcock and Mullingar Castle St in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athy to Sligo via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 5h 21m.

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