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How to get fromCarlow to Sligoby bus, train, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Sligo by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Longford Stnbus bus 73
    2. Take the train from Longford to Sligotrain train Ic
    5h 16m
    €34–46

  2. Train

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Carlow to Dublin Heustontrain train Re / ...
    2. Take the train from Broombridge to Sligotrain train Ic
    5h 29m
    €30–41

  3. Drive  222.1 km

    1. Drive from Carlow to Sligocar car 222.1 km
    2h 55m
    €39–57

  4. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Parkgate Stbus bus 736 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Liffey Valley SC to Sligo Bus Stnbus bus 23
    5h 40m
    €34–47

Carlow to Sligo by bus and train

Calendar1Weekly Services
Duration5h 16mAverage Duration
Ticket€34Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 245.1 km
  • Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a train from Carlow to Sligo via Dublin Heuston, Heuston Train Stn, Broombridge, and Broombridge in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Sligo Bus Stn via Parkgate St, Heuston Station, and Liffey Valley SC in around 5h 40m.

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