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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Cork is to bus via Galway which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Cork is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo station to Cork. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Station and arriving at Cork Anderson's Quay via Galway Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Cork. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Cork via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Sligo to Cork?

The distance between Sligo and Cork is 338 km. The road distance is 312 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Cork without a car is to bus via Galway which takes 6h 10m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Sligo to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Cork bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sligo to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Cork?

The best way to get from Sligo to Cork is to bus via Galway which takes 6h 10m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Sligo to Cork bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sligo to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Cork is 312 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Sligo to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 282+ hotels available in Cork.

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

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

Bus via Galway
best
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Galway, Bus Station64
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork Anderson's Quay251 / ...
6h 10m
€38–54
Train
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin ConnollyRe / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to CorkIc
6h 46m
€42–63
Drive 312 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Cork312 km
3h 43m
€53–76
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Knock Airport
2. Fly from Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) to Cork Airport (ORK)NOC - ORK
6h 46m
€82–224
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Markievicz Road to Drumshanbo572
2. Take the bus from Drumshanbo Business Park to O'Connell Street
3. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Anderson's Quay251
8h 10m
€51–75

Sligo to Cork by train and tram

53Weekly Services

6h 46mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 338.5 km
Duration: 6h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Sligo Bus Station to Cork Anderson's Quay via Galway, Bus Station and Galway Coach Station in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sligo to Cork via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 6h 46m.

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