The average train between Sligo and Carlow takes 6h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Sligo to Carlow. 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 Sligo and Carlow. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sligo is at 7:05 PM which arrives into Carlow at 10:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 6h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sligo to Carlow? 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 Sligo to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Sligo station and arriving at Carlow station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.
Sligo to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Sligo station.
Sligo to Carlow train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Carlow station.
The distance between Sligo and Carlow is 188.8 km. The road distance is 309 km.
You can take a train from Sligo to Carlow via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 5m.