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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Howth is to train which costs €20 - €30 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Howth is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Howth?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo station to Howth. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Station and arriving at Main Street Howth via Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Howth?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Howth. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Howth via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Sligo to Howth?

The distance between Sligo and Howth is 230 km. The road distance is 216.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Howth without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs €20 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Sligo to Howth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Howth bus from?

Sligo to Howth bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Sligo Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Howth train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Howth?

The best way to get from Sligo to Howth is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs €20 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Sligo to Howth bus arrive?

Sligo to Howth bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Dublin Busáras station.

Where does the Sligo to Howth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Howth?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Howth is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Sligo to Howth.

Where can I stay near Howth?

There are 977+ hotels available in Howth.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sligo to Howth by train, bus, or car

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Sligo to Howth by train

53Weekly Trains

3h 40mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.7 km
Duration: 3h 40m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Sligo to Dublin Connolly every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–27 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, Bus Éireann operates a bus from Sligo Bus Station to Dublin Busáras every 4 hours. Tickets cost €21–35 and the journey takes 3h 56m. Expressway (Bus Éireann) also services this route every 4 hours.

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