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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Drogheda is to train which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo station to Drogheda station. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Station and arriving at Drogheda Bus Station via Dublin, Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Drogheda?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Drogheda. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Drogheda via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Sligo to Drogheda?

The distance between Sligo and Drogheda is 267 km. The road distance is 182.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Drogheda without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Sligo to Drogheda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Drogheda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sligo to Drogheda train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Drogheda?

The best way to get from Sligo to Drogheda is to train which takes 4h and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Sligo to Drogheda bus arrive?

Sligo to Drogheda bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin, Airport station.

Where does the Sligo to Drogheda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Drogheda?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Drogheda is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Sligo to Drogheda.

Where can I stay near Drogheda?

There are 130+ hotels available in Drogheda.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sligo to Drogheda 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 Dublin ConnollyRe / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to DroghedaIc / ...
4h
€24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Dublin, Airport23
2. Take the bus from Dublin, Airport to Drogheda Bus Station100x
4h 14m
€32–52
Drive 182.8 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Drogheda182.8 km
2h 32m
€32–45
Bus via St Marys Hospital
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 1923
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to St Marys Hospital101
4h 50m
€26–39

Sligo to Drogheda by train

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Distance: 267.3 km
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Sligo to Drogheda via Dublin Connolly in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sligo Bus Station to Drogheda Bus Station via Dublin, Airport in around 4h 14m.

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