The average train between Sligo and Cobh takes 9h 2m and the fastest train takes 7h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Sligo to Cobh. 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 Cobh. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sligo is at 7:05 PM which arrives into Cobh at 1:39 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 9h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Sligo to Cobh? 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 Cobh. However, there are services departing from Sligo station and arriving at Cobh station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.
Sligo to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Sligo station.
Sligo to Cobh train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Sligo and Cobh is 269.3 km. The road distance is 503 km.
You can take a train from Sligo to Cobh via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, and Cork in around 7h.