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

The cheapest way to get from Slane to Sligo is to bus and train which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 54m.

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 €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Slane and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from Slane to Sligo station. However, there are services departing from Slane and arriving at Sligo Bus Station via Mullingar Castle St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

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 which takes 4h 42m and costs €21 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m 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.

Train or bus from Slane to Sligo?

The best way to get from Slane to Sligo is to bus which takes 4h 42m and costs €21 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Slane to Sligo bus arrive?

Slane to Sligo bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Mullingar Castle Street 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 145+ hotels available in Sligo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Slane 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 Slane to Mullingar Castle Street190
2. Take the bus from Mullingar Castle St to Sligo Bus Station23
4h 42m
€22–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Slane to Mullingar Castle Street190
2. Take the train from Mullingar to SligoRe / ...
4h 54m
€24–35
Drive 169 km
1. Drive from Slane to Sligo169 km
2h 18m
€29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to SligoRe / ...
6h 11m
€35–53

Slane to Sligo by bus

70Weekly Buses

4h 42mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.5 km
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Slane to Sligo Bus Station via Mullingar Castle St in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Slane to Sligo via Drogheda Bus Station, Drogheda MacBride Station, Drogheda, and Dublin Connolly in around 6h 11m.

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