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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Limerick Junction is to bus and train which costs €35 - €50 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Limerick Junction is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Limerick Junction?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo to Limerick Junction. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Stn and arriving at Limerick Junction via ATU Galway and Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Limerick Junction?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Limerick Junction. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Limerick Junction via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Sligo to Limerick Junction?

The distance between Sligo and Limerick Junction is 392 km. The road distance is 254.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Limerick Junction without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs €35 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Sligo to Limerick Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Limerick Junction bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sligo to Limerick Junction train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Limerick Junction?

The best way to get from Sligo to Limerick Junction is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs €35 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus via Galway, which costs and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Sligo to Limerick Junction bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sligo to Limerick Junction train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Limerick Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Limerick Junction is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Sligo to Limerick Junction.

Where can I stay near Limerick Junction?

There are 102+ hotels available in Limerick Junction.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sligo to Limerick Junction 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 Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
5h 10m
€35–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Galway Ceanntbus 64
2. Take the train from Galway to Limericktrain Ic
6h 4m
€35–49
Bus via Galway
1. Take the bus from ATU Sligo to Eyre Squarebus 964
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Limerick Colbertbus 51
6h 14m
Drive 254.7 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Limerick Junctioncar 254.7 km
2h 57m
€44–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to ATU Galwaybus 64
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Limerick Colbertbus 51
7h 3m
€48–70

Sligo to Limerick Junction by train and tram

163Weekly Services

5h 10mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sligo to Limerick Junction.

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Distance: 391.6 km
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a train from Sligo to Limerick Junction via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from ATU Sligo to Limerick Junction via Eyre Square, Galway Ceannt, Limerick Colbert, and Limerick in around 6h 14m.

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