The average train between Dundalk and Sligo takes 5h 5m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Dundalk 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 Dundalk and Sligo. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dundalk is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Sligo at 12:18 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Dundalk station and arriving at Sligo station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.
Dundalk to Sligo train services, operated by Translink, depart from Dundalk station.
Dundalk to Sligo train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Sligo station.
The distance between Dundalk and Sligo is 137 km. The road distance is 303 km.
You can take a train from Dundalk to Sligo via Dublin Connolly in around 5h.