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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Sligo is to train and fly which costs €75 - €220 and takes 9h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Sligo is to fly and train which takes 8h 33m and costs €80 - €260.

How far is it from Exeter to Sligo?

The distance between Exeter and Sligo is 592 km.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Sligo without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 18h 8m and costs €190 - €330.

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

It takes approximately 8h 33m to get from Exeter to Sligo, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Sligo?

There are 148+ hotels available in Sligo.

Exeter to Sligo - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, car ferry, ferry, and bus

There are 9 ways to get from Exeter to Sligo by plane, train, car ferry, ferry, 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.

Fly Exeter to Dublin Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Dublin Airport (DUB)EXT - DUB
2. Take the train from Drumcondra to Sligo
8h 33m
€80–254
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Dublin Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Dublin Airport (DUB)BRS - DUB
3. Take the train from Drumcondra to Sligo
9h 21m
€77–217
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Holyhead
3. Take the car ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Terminal 1
4. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to SligoRe / ...
18h 8m
€191–321
Train, ferry, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Holyhead
3. Take the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Ferryport B+I
4. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Sligo Bus Station23
18h 9m
€198–336
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Exeter to Holyhead
2. Take the car ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Terminal 1
3. Drive from Dublin Terminal 1 to Sligo
11h 42m
€151–215
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Belfast International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)BRS - BFS
3. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 15 to Enniskillen Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Enniskillen to Sligo University Hospital
10h 13m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Dublin Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Dublin Airport (DUB)BHX - DUB
3. Take the train from Drumcondra to Sligo
10h 43m
€123–327
Train to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly to Dublin Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkway
2. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Dublin Airport (DUB)NQY - DUB
3. Take the train from Drumcondra to Sligo
12h 29m
€91–368
Train, train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Dublin Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkway
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
3. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Dublin Airport (DUB)CWL - DUB
4. Take the train from Drumcondra to Sligo
11h 20m
€89–419

Exeter to Sligo by train, car ferry, and bus

28Weekly Services

18h 8mAverage Duration

€191Cheapest Price

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Distance: 591.7 km
Duration: 8h 33m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Sligo, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Exeter to Sligo. However, you can take the bus to Exeter International Airport, walk to Exeter (EXT) airport, fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), walk to Dublin Airport Zone 15, take the line 16 bus to Drumcondra Station, walk to Drumcondra, then take the train to Sligo. Alternatively, you can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Sligo via Cardiff Central, Holyhead, Holyhead, Dublin Port, Dublin Ferry Port Terminal 1, Five Lamps, and Dublin Connolly in around 18h 8m.

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