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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickmacross to Sligo is to drive which costs €23 - €35 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrickmacross to Sligo is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickmacross and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickmacross to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Carrickmacross and arriving at Mail Coach Road via Cavan Bus Station and Ballinamore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Carrickmacross to Sligo?

The distance between Carrickmacross and Sligo is 161 km. The road distance is 143.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Carrickmacross to Sligo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Carrickmacross to Sligo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickmacross to Sligo bus from?

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

Train or bus from Carrickmacross to Sligo?

The best way to get from Carrickmacross to Sligo is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Carrickmacross to Sligo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carrickmacross to Sligo?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickmacross to Sligo is 143 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Carrickmacross to Sligo.

Where can I stay near Sligo?

There are 160+ hotels available in Sligo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Carrickmacross 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 Carrickmacross to Cavan Bus Stationbus 170
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Ballinamorebus 929
3. Take the bus from Ballinamore to Mail Coach Roadbus 572
5h 16m
Drive 143.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrickmacross to Sligocar 143.3 km
2h 1m
€24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain Rail
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Sligotrain Re / ...
6h 4m
€31–46
Bus via Enniskillen
1. Take the bus from Carrickmacross to Cavan Bus Stationbus 170
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Enniskillenbus 30
3. Take the bus from Enniskillen to Sligo University Hospitalbus 458
5h 19m
€29–41

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carrickmacross to Sligo.

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Distance: 161.4 km
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Carrickmacross to Mail Coach Road via Cavan Bus Station and Ballinamore in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carrickmacross to Sligo via Dundalk Clarke Station, Dundalk, and Dublin Connolly in around 6h 4m.

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