What is the cheapest way to get from Sligo (Region) to Cork?

The cheapest way to get from Sligo (Region) to Cork is to bus via Ballina which costs €45 - €75 and takes 7h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sligo (Region) to Cork?

The fastest way to get from Sligo (Region) to Cork is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo (Region) and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo (Region) to Cork. However, there are services departing from Dromard and arriving at Cork Andersn's Quay via Sligo Bus Stn and ATU Galway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo (Region) and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo (Region) to Cork. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Cork via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Sligo (Region) to Cork?

The distance between Sligo (Region) and Cork is 356 km. The road distance is 307 km.

How do I travel from Sligo (Region) to Cork without a car?

The best way to get from Sligo (Region) to Cork without a car is to bus which takes 7h 4m and costs €45 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Sligo (Region) to Cork?

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Sligo (Region) to Cork, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo (Region) to Cork bus from?

Sligo (Region) to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Sligo Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Sligo (Region) to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo (Region) to Cork?

The best way to get from Sligo (Region) to Cork is to bus which takes 7h 4m and costs €45 - €80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €50 - €80 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Sligo (Region) to Cork bus arrive?

Sligo (Region) to Cork bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at ATU Galway station.

Where does the Sligo (Region) to Cork train arrive?

Sligo (Region) to Cork train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Sligo (Region) to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo (Region) to Cork is 307 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Sligo (Region) to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 317+ hotels available in Cork.

Sligo (Region) to Cork - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Sligo (Region) to Cork by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to ATU Galwaybus 64
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
7h 4m
€49–78
Bus via Ballina #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dromard to Ballina Humbrtbus 458
2. Take the bus from Ballina Humbrt to ATU Galwaybus 430
3. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
7h 46m
€46–74
Train
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain Ic / ...
7h 29m
€53–80
Drive 307 km
1. Drive from Sligo (Region) to Corkcar 307 km
3h 47m
€52–75
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Ballysadare to Ireland W Airportbus
2. Fly from Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane NOC - ORK
7h 45m
€88–306
Bus via Ballina
1. Take the bus from Dromard to Ballina Bus Stnbus 458
2. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Stn to ATU Galwaybus
3. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
7h 11m

Sligo (Region) to Cork by bus

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7h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 355.9 km
Duration: 7h 4m

What companies run services between Sligo (Region), Ireland and Cork, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Dromard to Cork Andersn's Quay via Sligo Bus Stn and ATU Galway in around 7h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dromard to Cork via Sligo Bus Stn, Sligo, Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 7h 29m.

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