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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Holyhead is to train and car ferry which costs £45 - £70 and takes 8h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Holyhead is to drive and car ferry which takes 6h 6m and costs £55 - £85.

How far is it from Sligo to Holyhead?

The distance between Sligo and Holyhead is 195 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Holyhead without a car is to train and ferry via Holyhead which takes 8h 7m and costs £50 - £75.

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

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

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 917+ hotels available in Holyhead.

Sligo to Holyhead - 6 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, ferry, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Sligo to Holyhead by car, car ferry, train, ferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Sligo to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
6h 6m
£59–85
Train, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin ConnollyRe / ...
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
8h 48m
£48–66
Train, ferry via Holyhead
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin ConnollyRe / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
8h 7m
£54–72
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Dublin, Airport23
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
8h 41m
£67–87
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin ConnollyRe / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
8h 7m
£74–107
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Eden Quay23
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
9h 36m
£56–113

Sligo to Holyhead by train, foot, bus, and ferry

35Weekly Services

8h 7mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 193.7 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Sligo, Ireland and Holyhead, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Sligo to Holyhead. However, you can drive to Dublin Terminal 1 then take the car ferry to Holyhead. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sligo to Holyhead via Dublin Connolly, Samuel Beckett Bridge, The Point, and Dublin Ferryport B+I in around 8h 7m.

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