How to travel from Dublin to Sligo, Ireland

The distance between Dublin and Sligo is around 208km (129 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 25m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Dublin to Sligo by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Sligo.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €22($22)
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Bus

Take the bus to Sligo Bus Station stop 555081.

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €25($25)
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Bus Eireann

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Drive

Drive to Sligo.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Distance208km (129 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Dublin and Sligo

There are several options for getting from Dublin to Sligo by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €22 ($22) and will take around 3h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €29 ($29).

The distance between Dublin and Sligo is around 208km (129 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 178km (111 miles)

It takes around 3h 10m to get from Dublin and Sligo by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Dublin to Sligo is to drive which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx €29 ($29).

The cheapest way to travel between Dublin and Sligo, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €22 ($22) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Dublin and Sligo. It typically takes around 3h 10m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Dublin and Sligo with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 3h 10m.

Irish Rail run train services between Dublin and Sligo. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 3h 10m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Dublin and Sligo. It typically takes around 3h 30m and departs 6 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Dublin and Sligo with no changeovers required. The bus runs 6 times a week and takes 3h 30m.

Bus Eireann run regular bus services between Dublin and Sligo. Buses run 6 times a week and take around 3h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Dublin to Sligo. We recommend that you take the train to Sligo. instead which will take 3h 10m.

The closest major airport to Sligo is Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) (NOC) which is approximately 45km (28 miles) from Sligo. Dublin Airport (DUB) (DUB) and Shannon Airport (SNN) (SNN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Dublin and Sligo. The distance is around 208km (129 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Dublin to Sligo is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around €22 ($22).

How do I get from Dublin to Sligo

Compare travel optionsbetween Dublin and Sligo

Transport options from Dublin to Sligo
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3h 10m
€22($22)
every 4 hours217km (135 miles)
Bus
3h 30m
€25($25)
every 4 hours230km (143 miles)
Drive
2h 25m
€29($29)
on demand208km (129 miles)

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Airports near Sligo

The following major airports near Sligo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Ireland and internationally.

NOC
Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC)
Domestic Airport
Distance
45km (28 miles) from Sligo
DUB
Dublin Airport (DUB)
International Airport
Distance
174km (108 miles) from Sligo
SNN
Shannon Airport (SNN)
International Airport
Distance
178km (111 miles) from Sligo