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

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Dublin is to train which costs €18 - €27 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Dublin is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sligo Bus Stn and arriving at Dublin Busáras. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Sligo and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sligo and arriving at Dublin Connolly. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Sligo to Dublin?

The distance between Sligo and Dublin is 217 km. The road distance is 201.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sligo to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €18 - €27.

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

The train from Sligo to Dublin Connolly takes 3h 6m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Dublin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sligo to Dublin train from?

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

Train or bus from Sligo to Dublin?

The best way to get from Sligo to Dublin is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €18 - €27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Sligo to Dublin bus arrive?

Sligo to Dublin bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Dublin Busáras station.

Where does the Sligo to Dublin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sligo to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Dublin is 202 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Sligo to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1217+ hotels available in Dublin.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Sligo to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
3h 6m
€18–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Dublin Busárasbus 23
4h 1m
€26–40
Drive 201.8 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Dublincar 201.8 km
2h 32m
€35–50
Bus via Enniskillen
1. Take the bus from Sligo Hospital to Enniskillenbus 458
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus 30
5h 17m

Sligo to Dublin by train

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Distance: 216.8 km
Duration: 3h 6m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Sligo to Dublin Connolly every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–27 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Sligo Bus Stn to Dublin Busáras every 4 hours. Tickets cost €26–40 and the journey takes 4h 1m.

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