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 €21 - €35 and takes 4h 23m.

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. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Sligo Bus Stn via Kilcock and Castle Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

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 23m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m 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.

Train or bus from Athy to Sligo?

The best way to get from Athy to Sligo is to bus which takes 6h 4m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €28 - €40 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Athy to Sligo bus arrive?

Athy to Sligo bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Kilcock 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 187+ 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 Kilcockbus Um06
2. Take the train from Kilcock to Sligotrain Ic
4h 23m
€22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athy to Kilcockbus
2. Take the bus from Kilcock to Castle Streetbus 115
3. Take the bus from Castle Street to Sligo Bus Stnbus 23
6h 4m
€39–55
Drive 199.8 km
1. Drive from Athy to Sligocar 199.8 km
2h 51m
€35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Athy to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Broombridge to Sligotrain Ic
4h 59m
€28–39

Athy to Sligo by bus and train

5Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.3 km
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Athy to Sligo Bus Stn via Kilcock and Castle Street in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athy to Sligo via Dublin Heuston, Heuston Train Stn, Broombridge, and Broombridge in around 4h 59m.

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