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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Dunboyne is to train which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Dunboyne is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Dunboyne?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo station to Dunboyne. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Station and arriving at Dunboyne Village via Liffey Valley SC and Usher's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Sligo to Dunboyne?

The distance between Sligo and Dunboyne is 220 km. The road distance is 186.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Dunboyne without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €20 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Sligo to Dunboyne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Dunboyne bus from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Dunboyne?

The best way to get from Sligo to Dunboyne is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €20 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €40 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Sligo to Dunboyne bus arrive?

Sligo to Dunboyne bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Liffey Valley SC station.

Can I drive from Sligo to Dunboyne?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Dunboyne is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Sligo to Dunboyne.

Where can I stay near Dunboyne?

There are 1013+ hotels available in Dunboyne.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sligo to Dunboyne 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 Maynoothtrain Re / ...
4h 3m
€21–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Liffey Valley SCbus 23
4h 45m
€30–39
Drive 186.2 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Dunboynecar 186.2 km
2h 24m
€32–46
Bus via Enniskillen
1. Take the bus from Sligo University Hospital to Enniskillenbus 458
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus 30 / ...
6h 43m

Sligo to Dunboyne by train and bus

53Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.8 km
Duration: 4h 3m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Sligo to Maynooth every 4 hours. Tickets cost €16–24 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Alternatively, Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Sligo Bus Station to Liffey Valley SC every 4 hours. Tickets cost €24–35 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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