What is the cheapest way to get from Athboy to Sligo?

The cheapest way to get from Athboy to Sligo is to drive which costs €26 - €40 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athboy to Sligo?

The fastest way to get from Athboy to Sligo is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Athboy and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from Athboy to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Athboy and arriving at Mail Coach Rd via Cavan Bus Stn and Ballinamore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Athboy and Sligo?

No, there is no direct train from Athboy to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Mullingar and arriving at Sligo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Athboy to Sligo?

The distance between Athboy and Sligo is 168 km. The road distance is 149.4 km.

How do I travel from Athboy to Sligo without a car?

The best way to get from Athboy to Sligo without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs €30 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Athboy to Sligo?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Athboy to Sligo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athboy to Sligo bus from?

Athboy to Sligo bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Athboy station.

Where do I catch the Athboy to Sligo train from?

Athboy to Sligo train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Mullingar station.

Train or bus from Athboy to Sligo?

The best way to get from Athboy to Sligo is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus via Ballinamore, which costs and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Athboy to Sligo bus arrive?

Athboy to Sligo bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Cavan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Athboy to Sligo train arrive?

Athboy to Sligo train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Sligo station.

Can I drive from Athboy to Sligo?

Yes, the driving distance between Athboy to Sligo is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Athboy to Sligo.

Where can I stay near Sligo?

There are 165+ hotels available in Sligo.

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There are 5 ways to get from Athboy to Sligo by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mullingar to Sligotrain Ic
4h 24m
€34–47
Drive 149.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Athboy to Sligocar 149.4 km
2h 8m
€27–38
Bus via Ballinamore
1. Take the bus from Athboy to Cavan Bus Stnbus
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Stn to Ballinamorebus 929
3. Take the bus from Ballinamore to Mail Coach Rdbus 572
5h 26m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Athboy to Navan Rd Stnbus 111 / ...
2. Take the train from Maynooth to Sligotrain Ic
5h 7m
€33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athboy to Blanchardstown N3bus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Liffey Valley SC to Sligo Bus Stnbus 23
5h 33m
€41–57

Athboy to Sligo by bus and train

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4h 24mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.4 km
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Athboy, Ireland and Sligo, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Mullingar to Sligo hourly. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athboy to Mail Coach Rd via Cavan Bus Stn and Ballinamore in around 5h 26m.

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