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

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Sligo is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cork to Sligo is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Cork Anderson's Quay and arriving at Sligo Markievicz Road via Galway Cathedral. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Cork to Sligo?

The distance between Cork and Sligo is 337 km. The road distance is 313.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cork to Sligo without a car is to bus via Galway which takes 6h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Cork to Sligo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Sligo bus from?

Cork to Sligo bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Anderson's Quay station.

Train or bus from Cork to Sligo?

The best way to get from Cork to Sligo is to bus via Galway which takes 6h 21m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Cork to Sligo bus arrive?

Cork to Sligo bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Galway Ceannt Station.

Can I drive from Cork to Sligo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Sligo is 313 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Cork to Sligo.

Where can I stay near Sligo?

There are 160+ hotels available in Sligo.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cork to Sligo by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus via Galway
best
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Cathedral to Sligo Markievicz Roadbus 964
6h 21m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 251
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Sligo Bus Stationbus 64
6h 50m
€39–60
Train
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain 205 / ...
2. Take the train from Broombridge to Sligotrain Re / ...
7h 5m
€44–60
Drive 313.3 km
1. Drive from Cork to Sligocar 313.3 km
3h 42m
€52–75
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC)plane ORK - NOC
2. Take the bus from Ireland West Airport to Sligo Bus Stationbus
7h 14m
€77–254

Cork Airport (ORK) to Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) flights

10Weekly Planes

5h 21mAverage Duration

€59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 337.2 km
Duration: 6h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Sligo Markievicz Road via Galway Ceannt Station and Galway Cathedral in around 6h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cork to Sligo via Dublin Heuston, Heuston Train Stn, Broombridge, and Broombridge in around 7h 5m.

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