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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Castletown is to train and bus which costs €24 - €35 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Castletown is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Castletown?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo station to Castletown. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Station and arriving at Castletown via Longford Station and Portlaoise JFL Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Sligo to Castletown?

The distance between Sligo and Castletown is 226 km. The road distance is 182.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Castletown without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 57m and costs €24 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Sligo to Castletown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Castletown bus from?

Sligo to Castletown bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Sligo Bus Station.

Train or bus from Sligo to Castletown?

The best way to get from Sligo to Castletown is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus via Longford, which costs €25 - €45 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Sligo to Castletown bus arrive?

Sligo to Castletown bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Longford Station.

Can I drive from Sligo to Castletown?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Castletown is 182 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Sligo to Castletown.

Where can I stay near Castletown?

There are 46+ hotels available in Castletown.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sligo to Castletown 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 LongfordRe / ...
2. Take the bus from Longford Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue73
5h 57m
€24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin ConnollyRe / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to PortlaoiseIc / ...
6h 33m
€30–44
Drive 182.4 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Castletown182.4 km
2h 32m
€31–45
Bus via Longford
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Longford Station23
2. Take the bus from Longford Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue73
6h 16m
€26–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Markievicz Road to Drumshanbo572
2. Take the bus from Drumshanbo to Cloghan
3. Take the bus from Cloghan to Roscrea Abbey Street850
7h 38m
€33–48

Sligo to Castletown by train and bus

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5h 57mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.1 km
Duration: 5h 57m

What companies run services between Sligo, Ireland and Castletown, IE-LS, Ireland?

You can take a train from Sligo to Castletown via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, Portlaoise, and Portlaoise Station in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sligo Bus Station to Castletown via Longford Station and Portlaoise JFL Avenue in around 6h 16m.

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