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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Castleknock is to train which costs €18 - €25 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Castleknock is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Castleknock?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo station to Castleknock. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Station and arriving at Junction 6 via Liffey Valley SC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Castleknock?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sligo and arriving at Castleknock. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Sligo to Castleknock?

The distance between Sligo and Castleknock is 207 km. The road distance is 196.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Castleknock without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs €18 - €25.

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

The train from Sligo to Castleknock takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Castleknock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sligo to Castleknock train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Castleknock?

The best way to get from Sligo to Castleknock is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs €18 - €25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Sligo to Castleknock bus arrive?

Sligo to Castleknock bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Liffey Valley SC station.

Where does the Sligo to Castleknock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Castleknock?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Castleknock is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Sligo to Castleknock.

Where can I stay near Castleknock?

There are 1052+ hotels available in Castleknock.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sligo to Castleknock 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
best
1. Take the train from Sligo to CastleknockIc / ...
2h 50m
€18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Liffey Valley SC23
3h 37m
€22–30
Drive 196.3 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Castleknock196.3 km
2h 24m
€34–49
Bus via Dublin, Airport
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Dublin, Airport23
5h 11m
€38–48

Sligo to Castleknock by train

2Weekly Trains

2h 50mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 206.9 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Sligo to Castleknock twice a week. Tickets cost €18–25 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, Bus Éireann operates a bus from Sligo Bus Station to Liffey Valley SC every 4 hours. Tickets cost €19–28 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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