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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Limerick is to bus and train which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Limerick is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Stn and arriving at Henry Street via ATU Galway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Limerick?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Limerick. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Limerick via Connolly, Dublin Heuston and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Sligo to Limerick?

The distance between Sligo and Limerick is 237 km. The road distance is 218 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Limerick without a car is to bus via Galway which takes 4h 38m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Sligo to Limerick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Limerick bus from?

Sligo to Limerick bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Sligo Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Limerick train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Limerick?

The best way to get from Sligo to Limerick is to bus via Galway which takes 4h 38m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Sligo to Limerick bus arrive?

Sligo to Limerick bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at ATU Galway station.

Where does the Sligo to Limerick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Limerick is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Sligo to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 159+ hotels available in Limerick.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sligo to Limerick by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Galway
best
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to ATU Galwaybus 64
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Henry Streetbus 251
4h 38m
€32–45
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Galway Ceanntbus 64
2. Take the train from Galway to Limericktrain Ic
5h 22m
€31–43
Train
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
5h 52m
€39–56
Drive 218 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Limerickcar 218 km
2h 32m
€38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Teeling Street to Carrick-on-Shannonbus 449
2. Take the bus from Carrick-on-Shannon to O'Connell Streetbus Ul06
4h 52m
€36–52

Sligo to Limerick by bus

48Weekly Buses

4h 38mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sligo to Limerick.

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Distance: 237.1 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Henry Street via ATU Galway in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sligo to Limerick via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, and Limerick Junction in around 5h 52m.

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