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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo (Station) to Cork is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 5h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo (Station) to Cork is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs €55 - €80.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo (Station) to Cork. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Stn and arriving at Cork Andersn's Quay via ATU Galway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Sligo (Station) to Cork. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Cork via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

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

The distance between Sligo (Station) and Cork is 335 km. The road distance is 311.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo (Station) to Cork without a car is to bus which takes 5h 44m and costs €35 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Sligo (Station) to Cork, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Sligo (Station) to Cork?

The best way to get from Sligo (Station) to Cork is to bus which takes 5h 44m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 6h 22m.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Sligo (Station) to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo (Station) to Cork is 312 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Sligo (Station) to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 321+ hotels available in Cork.

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There are 5 ways to get from Sligo (Station) 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
5h 44m
€38–62
Train
1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Corktrain Ic / ...
6h 22m
€42–63
Drive 311.9 km
1. Drive from Sligo (Station) to Corkcar 311.9 km
3h 43m
€55–80
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Ireland W Airportbus
2. Fly from Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) to Cork Airport (ORK)plane NOC - ORK
6h 43m
€83–302
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Drumshanbobus 572
2. Take the bus from Drumshanbo BP to O'Connell Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
8h 5m
€47–70

Sligo (Station) to Cork by bus

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Distance: 335.4 km
Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Cork Andersn's Quay via ATU Galway in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sligo to Cork via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 6h 22m.

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