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

The cheapest way to get from Slane to Sligo is to drive which costs €29 - €45 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Slane to Sligo is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Slane and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from Slane to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Slane and arriving at Sligo Bus Stn via Castle Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Slane and Sligo?

No, there is no direct train from Slane to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Drogheda and arriving at Sligo via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Slane to Sligo?

The distance between Slane and Sligo is 205 km. The road distance is 169 km.

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

The best way to get from Slane to Sligo without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 35m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Slane to Sligo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Slane to Sligo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Slane to Sligo train from?

Slane to Sligo train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Drogheda station.

Train or bus from Slane to Sligo?

The best way to get from Slane to Sligo is to bus which takes 4h 41m and costs €35 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Slane to Sligo bus arrive?

Slane to Sligo bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Austin Friars Street station.

Where does the Slane to Sligo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Slane to Sligo?

Yes, the driving distance between Slane to Sligo is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Slane to Sligo.

Where can I stay near Sligo?

There are 190+ hotels available in Sligo.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Slane to Sligo by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Slane to Austin Friars Streetbus 190
2. Take the train from Mullingar to Sligotrain Ic
4h 35m
€30–42
Drive 169 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Slane to Sligocar 169 km
2h 18m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Slane to Austin Friars Streetbus 190
2. Take the bus from Castle Street to Sligo Bus Stnbus 23
4h 41m
€36–49
Train
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Sligotrain Ic
5h 28m
€47–69

Slane to Sligo by bus and train

70Weekly Services

4h 35mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.8 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Slane to Sligo Bus Stn via Austin Friars Street and Castle Street in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Slane to Sligo via Drogheda Bus, Drogheda Stn, Drogheda, and Dublin Connolly in around 5h 28m.

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