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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Athy is to bus which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Athy is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo station to Athy. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Station and arriving at Athy via Heuston Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Athy. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Athy via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Sligo to Athy?

The distance between Sligo and Athy is 253 km. The road distance is 199.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Athy without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 42m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Sligo to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Athy bus from?

Sligo to Athy bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Sligo Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Athy?

The best way to get from Sligo to Athy is to bus which takes 5h 46m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Sligo to Athy bus arrive?

Sligo to Athy bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Heuston Station.

Where does the Sligo to Athy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Athy is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Sligo to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 136+ hotels available in Athy.

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Sligo to KilcockRe / ...
2. Take the bus from Kilcock to Leinster StreetUm06
4h 42m
€25–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Heuston Station23
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Athy130
5h 46m
€23–31
Drive 199.3 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Athy199.3 km
2h 50m
€34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin ConnollyRe / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to AthyRe / ...
5h 17m
€27–38
Bus via Newbridge
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Dublin, Airport23
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Moorefield Road726
7h 22m
€40–55

Sligo to Athy by train and bus

5Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.5 km
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Sligo Bus Station to Athy via Heuston Station in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sligo to Athy via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 17m.

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