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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Arklow is to train which costs €26 - €40 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Arklow is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Arklow?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Stn and arriving at Arklow via Dublin Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Arklow?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Arklow. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Arklow via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Sligo to Arklow?

The distance between Sligo and Arklow is 291 km. The road distance is 269.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Arklow without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 36m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Sligo to Arklow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Arklow bus from?

Sligo to Arklow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Sligo Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Arklow train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Arklow?

The best way to get from Sligo to Arklow is to bus which takes 6h 12m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Sligo to Arklow bus arrive?

Sligo to Arklow bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Busáras station.

Where does the Sligo to Arklow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Arklow?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Arklow is 269 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Sligo to Arklow.

Where can I stay near Arklow?

There are 110+ hotels available in Arklow.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sligo to Arklow by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Ferrybankbus 740A
5h 36m
€34–48
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Arklowtrain Ic
5h 48m
€27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Dublin Busárasbus 23
2. Take the bus from Dublin Busáras to Arklowbus 2
6h 12m
€40–56
Drive 269.5 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Arklowcar 269.5 km
3h 10m
€47–68
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Ireland W Airportbus
2. Fly from Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) to Dublin Airport (DUB)plane NOC - DUB
3. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Ferrybankbus
7h 23m
€83–260

Sligo to Arklow by train, foot, and bus

43Weekly Services

5h 36mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 291.4 km
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Sligo, Ireland and Arklow, IE-WW, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Arklow via Dublin Busáras in around 6h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sligo to Arklow via Dublin Connolly in around 5h 48m.

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