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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Cork is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Cork?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo 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 and Cork?

No, there is no direct train from Sligo 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 19m.

How far is it from Sligo to Cork?

The distance between Sligo and Cork is 335 km. The road distance is 312 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo 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 to Cork?

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

Where do I catch the Sligo to Cork bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sligo to Cork train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Cork?

The best way to get from Sligo to Cork is to bus which takes 5h 44m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Sligo to Cork bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sligo to Cork train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Cork?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Cork is 312 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Sligo to Cork.

Where can I stay near Cork?

There are 320+ hotels available in Cork.

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There are 5 ways to get from Sligo 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 19m
€42–63
Drive 312 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Corkcar 312 km
3h 44m
€55–79
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 36m
€83–302
Bus via Galway
1. Take the bus from ATU Sligo to Eyre Squarebus 964
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
6h 1m
€40–60

Sligo to Cork by bus

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5h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 335.4 km
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Sligo, 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 19m.

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