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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Portlaoise is to train and bus which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Portlaoise is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo station to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Station and arriving at Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Longford Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Portlaoise?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Portlaoise. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Portlaoise via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Sligo to Portlaoise?

The distance between Sligo and Portlaoise is 208 km. The road distance is 184.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Portlaoise without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 30m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Sligo to Portlaoise, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Portlaoise bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sligo to Portlaoise train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Portlaoise?

The best way to get from Sligo to Portlaoise is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs €27 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €40 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Sligo to Portlaoise bus arrive?

Sligo to Portlaoise bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Longford Station.

Where does the Sligo to Portlaoise train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Portlaoise?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Portlaoise is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Sligo to Portlaoise.

Where can I stay near Portlaoise?

There are 64+ hotels available in Portlaoise.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sligo to Portlaoise 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Sligo to Longfordtrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Longford Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 73
4h 30m
€21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Portlaoisetrain Re / ...
4h 38m
€28–40
Drive 184.6 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Portlaoisecar 184.6 km
2h 24m
€31–45
Train via Maynooth
1. Take the train from Sligo to Maynoothtrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Hazelhatch to Portlaoisetrain 202 / ...
4h 46m
€26–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Longford Stationbus 23
2. Take the bus from Longford Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenuebus 73
4h 50m
€23–40

Sligo to Portlaoise by train and bus

1Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 208 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Sligo to Portlaoise via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sligo Bus Station to Portlaoise JFL Avenue via Longford Station in around 4h 50m.

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