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

The cheapest way to get from Howth to Sligo is to train which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howth to Sligo is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Howth and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from Howth to Sligo station. However, there are services departing from Main Street Howth and arriving at Sligo Bus Station via Dublin Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Howth and Sligo?

No, there is no direct train from Howth to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Howth and arriving at Sligo via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Howth to Sligo?

The distance between Howth and Sligo is 230 km. The road distance is 216.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Howth to Sligo without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs €20 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Howth to Sligo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howth to Sligo bus from?

Howth to Sligo bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Dublin Busáras station.

Where do I catch the Howth to Sligo train from?

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

Train or bus from Howth to Sligo?

The best way to get from Howth to Sligo is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs €20 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Howth to Sligo bus arrive?

Howth to Sligo bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Sligo Bus Station.

Where does the Howth to Sligo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Howth to Sligo?

Yes, the driving distance between Howth to Sligo is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Howth to Sligo.

Where can I stay near Sligo?

There are 177+ hotels available in Sligo.

Howth to Sligo - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Howth to Sligo by train, bus, or car

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Howth to Sligo by train

55Weekly Trains

4h 38mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.8 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Connolly to Sligo every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–27 and the journey takes 3h 13m. Alternatively, Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Dublin Busáras to Sligo Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €26–40 and the journey takes 3h 49m.

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