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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Cavan is to train and bus which costs €16 - €24 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Cavan is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs €16 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Cavan?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo to Cavan station. However, there are services departing from Sligo University Hospital and arriving at Cavan Bus Station via Enniskillen Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Sligo to Cavan?

The distance between Sligo and Cavan is 116 km. The road distance is 98.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Cavan without a car is to bus via Enniskillen which takes 2h 24m and costs €15 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Sligo to Cavan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Cavan bus from?

Sligo to Cavan bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Sligo University Hospital station.

Where does the Sligo to Cavan bus arrive?

Sligo to Cavan bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Enniskillen station.

Can I drive from Sligo to Cavan?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Cavan is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Sligo to Cavan.

Where can I stay near Cavan?

There are 102+ hotels available in Cavan.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sligo to Cavan 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 via Enniskillen
best
1. Take the bus from Sligo University Hospital to Enniskillen458
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Cavan Bus Station30
2h 24m
€15–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sligo to LongfordRe / ...
2. Take the bus from Longford Station to Cavan Bus Station466 / ...
3h 17m
€16–23
Drive 98.2 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Cavan98.2 km
1h 20m
€17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo University Hospital to Ballinamore572
2. Take the bus from Ballinamore to Cavan Bus Station929
3h 30m

Sligo to Cavan by bus

69Weekly Buses

2h 24mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.1 km
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Sligo, Ireland and Cavan, Ulster, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Sligo University Hospital to Cavan Bus Station via Enniskillen Bus Station in around 2h 24m.

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