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

The cheapest way to get from Kilkenny to Sligo is to train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilkenny to Sligo is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Kilkenny and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilkenny to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny Stn and arriving at Sligo Bus Stn via Heuston Station and Liffey Valley SC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Kilkenny and Sligo?

No, there is no direct train from Kilkenny to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Sligo via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Kilkenny to Sligo?

The distance between Kilkenny and Sligo is 283 km. The road distance is 223.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Sligo without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 59m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Kilkenny to Sligo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Sligo bus from?

Kilkenny to Sligo bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Kilkenny Stn station.

Where do I catch the Kilkenny to Sligo train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilkenny to Sligo?

The best way to get from Kilkenny to Sligo is to train which takes 6h and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Kilkenny to Sligo bus arrive?

Kilkenny to Sligo bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Parkgate St station.

Where does the Kilkenny to Sligo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilkenny to Sligo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilkenny to Sligo is 224 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Kilkenny to Sligo.

Where can I stay near Sligo?

There are 168+ hotels available in Sligo.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Longford Stnbus 73
2. Take the train from Longford to Sligotrain Ic
5h 59m
€38–51
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Sligotrain Ic
6h
€31–45
Drive 223.5 km
1. Drive from Kilkenny to Sligocar 223.5 km
3h 14m
€39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Parkgate Stbus 717
2. Take the bus from Liffey Valley SC to Sligo Bus Stnbus 23
5h 59m
€37–51

Kilkenny to Sligo by bus and train

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5h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 282.9 km
Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Kilkenny, IE-KK, Ireland and Sligo, Ireland?

You can take a train from Kilkenny to Sligo via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilkenny Stn to Sligo Bus Stn via Parkgate St, Heuston Station, and Liffey Valley SC in around 5h 59m.

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