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2 h 50 min
228 km.
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Carlow, Irish → Sligo, Irish

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Carlow to Sligo

Cheapest
2 h 50 min
Car
228 km.
from $12
Other
5 h 28 min
Bus, Train
187 km.
from $30.38
5 h 41 min
188 km.
from $52.26
5 h 40 min
188 km.
from $58.59

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Longford to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83
Train from Carlow to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56
Train from Broombridge to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$21.65–$33.12

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from Lucan Spa Hotel to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
2h 43m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$21.65–$31.84

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Hanover Bus Park to Longford
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48
Bus from Hanover Bus Park to Parkgate
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11
Bus from Lucan Spa Hotel to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
2h 47m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.38–$29.30

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Hanover Bus Park to Parkgate
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Sligo is to bus and train which costs $25 - $36.96 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Sligo is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Sligo station. However, there are services departing from Hanover Bus Park and arriving at Sligo Bus Station via Heuston Station and Lucan Spa Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Carlow to Sligo?

The distance between Carlow and Sligo is 246 km. The road distance is 227.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlow to Sligo without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 28m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Carlow to Sligo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Sligo bus from?

Carlow to Sligo bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Hanover Bus Park station.

Train or bus from Carlow to Sligo?

The best way to get from Carlow to Sligo is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs $29.35 - $44.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $54.35 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Carlow to Sligo bus arrive?

Carlow to Sligo bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Parkgate Street station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Sligo?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Sligo is 228 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Carlow to Sligo.

Where can I stay near Sligo?

There are 134+ hotels available in Sligo. Prices start at $31.90 per night.
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