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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Cork is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 6h 1m.

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 44m and costs €50 - €75.

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 1m.

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 44m.

How far is it from Sligo to Cork?

The distance between Sligo and Cork is 342 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 which takes 6h 1m and costs €35 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m 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 which takes 6h 1m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Sligo to Cork bus arrive?

Sligo to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Galway Ceannt 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 44m to drive from Sligo to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 286+ 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
best
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 64
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 251
6h 1m
€38–62
Train
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain 208 / ...
6h 44m
€42–63
Drive 312 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Corkcar 312 km
3h 44m
€52–74
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Ireland West Airportbus
2. Fly from Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane NOC - ORK
6h 26m
€77–254
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from ATU Sligo to Eyre Squarebus 964
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork Anderson's Quaybus 251
6h 1m

Sligo to Cork by bus

48Weekly Buses

6h 1mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 341.8 km
Duration: 6h 1m

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 Ceannt Station and Galway Coach Station in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sligo to Cork via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 6h 44m.

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