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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Cahir is to train which costs €35 - €55 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Cahir is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Cahir?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo to Cahir. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Stn and arriving at Cahir via ATU Galway and Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Cahir?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo to Cahir. However, there are services departing from Sligo and arriving at Cahir via Connolly, Dublin Heuston and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Sligo to Cahir?

The distance between Sligo and Cahir is 418 km. The road distance is 248 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Cahir without a car is to train which takes 7h 15m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Sligo to Cahir, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Cahir bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sligo to Cahir train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Cahir?

The best way to get from Sligo to Cahir is to train which takes 7h 15m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €75 and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Sligo to Cahir bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sligo to Cahir train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Cahir?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Cahir is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Sligo to Cahir.

Where can I stay near Cahir?

There are 98+ hotels available in Cahir.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
7h 15m
€38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to ATU Galwaybus 64
2. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Limerick Colbertbus 51
3. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cahirbus 55
7h 31m
€50–71
Drive 248 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Cahircar 248 km
3h 12m
€43–62
Bus via Galway
1. Take the bus from ATU Sligo to Eyre Squarebus 964
2. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt to Limerick Colbertbus 51
3. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cahirbus 55
7h 34m
€53–69

Sligo to Cahir by train and tram

12Weekly Services

7h 15mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 417.9 km
Duration: 7h 15m

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

You can take a train from Sligo to Cahir via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, and Limerick Junction in around 7h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Cahir via ATU Galway and Limerick Colbert in around 7h 31m.

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