The average train between Bangor and Sligo takes 8h 30m and the fastest train takes 6h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Bangor to Sligo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Bangor and Sligo. The earliest departure is at 6:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bangor is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Sligo at 12:17 PM. All services require a transfer at Belfast Grand Central and take an average of 8h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 2m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bangor to Sligo? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bangor to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central station and arriving at Sligo station via Dublin Connolly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.
Bangor to Sligo train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.
Bangor to Sligo train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Sligo station.
The distance between Bangor and Sligo is 186.2 km. The road distance is 214 km.
You can take a train from Bangor to Sligo via Belfast Grand Central and Dublin Connolly in around 7h 35m.