The average train between Sligo and Thurles takes 6h 5m and the fastest train takes 5h. The train service runs several times per day from Sligo to Thurles. 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 Thurles. 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 Thurles at 9:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 6h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sligo to Thurles? 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 Thurles. However, there are services departing from Sligo station and arriving at Thurles station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.
Sligo to Thurles train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Sligo station.
Sligo to Thurles train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Thurles station.
The distance between Sligo and Thurles is 182 km. The road distance is 359 km.
You can take a train from Sligo to Thurles via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 52m.