What is the cheapest way to get from Sligo to County Meath?

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to County Meath is to bus which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sligo to County Meath?

The fastest way to get from Sligo to County Meath is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and County Meath?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo station to County Meath. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Station and arriving at Blackcastle Demesne via Austin Friars Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Sligo to County Meath?

The distance between Sligo and County Meath is 245 km. The road distance is 165.7 km.

How do I travel from Sligo to County Meath without a car?

The best way to get from Sligo to County Meath without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €26 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Sligo to County Meath?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Sligo to County Meath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to County Meath bus from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to County Meath?

The best way to get from Sligo to County Meath is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via An Muileann gCearr, which costs €27 - €40 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Sligo to County Meath bus arrive?

Sligo to County Meath bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Mullingar Castle St station.

Can I drive from Sligo to County Meath?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to County Meath is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Sligo to County Meath.

Where can I stay near County Meath?

There are 151+ hotels available in County Meath.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sligo to County Meath 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 ClonsillaIc / ...
4h 2m
€27–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Austin Friars Street23
2. Take the bus from Austin Friars Street to Blackcastle Demesne190
4h 54m
€22–32
Bus via An Muileann gCearr
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Mullingar Castle St23
2. Take the bus from Austin Friars Street to Blackcastle Demesne190
4h 40m
€27–38
Drive 165.7 km
1. Drive from Sligo to County Meath165.7 km
2h 7m
€28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sligo to MullingarRe / ...
2. Take the bus from Austin Friars Street to Railway Street190
4h 29m
€25–37

Sligo to County Meath by train and bus

2Weekly Services

4h 2mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.3 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Sligo, Ireland and County Meath, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Sligo to Clonsilla twice a week. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sligo Bus Station to Blackcastle Demesne via Mullingar Castle St and Austin Friars Street in around 4h 40m.

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