The average train between Sligo and Waterford takes 7h 47m and the fastest train takes 5h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Sligo to Waterford. 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 Waterford. 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 Waterford at 9:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Maynooth and take an average of 7h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 45m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Sligo to Waterford? 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 Waterford. However, there are services departing from Sligo station and arriving at Waterford station via Maynooth station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.
Sligo to Waterford train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Sligo station.
Sligo to Waterford train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Waterford station.
The distance between Sligo and Waterford is 241.2 km. The road distance is 276 km.
You can take a train from Sligo to Waterford via Maynooth, Maynooth Station, Hazelhatch Station, and Hazelhatch in around 6h 20m.