What is the cheapest way to get from County Laois to Sligo?

The cheapest way to get from County Laois to Sligo is to train which costs €28 - €45 and takes 6h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from County Laois to Sligo?

The fastest way to get from County Laois to Sligo is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between County Laois and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from County Laois to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Clonenagh National School and arriving at Sligo Bus Stn via Portlaoise JFL Ave and Longford Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between County Laois and Sligo?

No, there is no direct train from County Laois to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Sligo via Maynooth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from County Laois to Sligo?

The distance between County Laois and Sligo is 221 km. The road distance is 184.4 km.

How do I travel from County Laois to Sligo without a car?

The best way to get from County Laois to Sligo without a car is to bus which takes 6h 3m and costs €35 - €60.

How long does it take to get from County Laois to Sligo?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from County Laois to Sligo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the County Laois to Sligo bus from?

County Laois to Sligo bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where do I catch the County Laois to Sligo train from?

County Laois to Sligo train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.

Train or bus from County Laois to Sligo?

The best way to get from County Laois to Sligo is to bus which takes 6h 3m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the County Laois to Sligo bus arrive?

County Laois to Sligo bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Longford Stn station.

Where does the County Laois to Sligo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from County Laois to Sligo?

Yes, the driving distance between County Laois to Sligo is 184 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from County Laois to Sligo.

Where can I stay near Sligo?

There are 154+ hotels available in Sligo.

County Laois to Sligo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Longford Stnbus 73
2. Take the bus from Longford Stn to Sligo Bus Stnbus 23
6h 3m
€38–60
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Hazelhatchtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Maynooth to Sligotrain Ic
6h 9m
€29–42
Drive 184.4 km
1. Drive from County Laois to Sligocar 184.4 km
2h 40m
€33–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Longford Stnbus 73
2. Take the train from Longford to Sligotrain Ic
6h 10m
€32–47

County Laois to Sligo by bus

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Distance: 220.5 km
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between County Laois, Ireland and Sligo, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Clonenagh National School to Sligo Bus Stn via Portlaoise JFL Ave and Longford Stn in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clonenagh National School to Sligo via Portlaoise Stn, Portlaoise, Hazelhatch, Hazelhatch Station, Maynooth Station, and Maynooth in around 6h 9m.

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