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

Composite routes from Waterford to Sligo

Cheapest
3 h 31 min
Car
290 km.
from $15
Other
6 h 40 min
240 km.
from $59.89
7 h 17 min
Bus, Train
240 km.
from $37.24
6 h 53 min
240 km.
from $65.04

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Waterford to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.02
Train from Dublin Connolly to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$22.93–$33.12
Train from Longford to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83

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 Lucan Spa Hotel to Sligo
Ave. Duration:
2h 47m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.38–$29.30
Bus from Waterford Bus Station to Longford
Ave. Duration:
4h 51m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$24.20–$34.39

Dublin Coach

Phone:
+353 (0)1 465 9972
Email:
Website:
dublincoach.ie/
Bus from Merchants Quay to Red
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.29–$22.93

J.J.Kavanagh & Sons

Phone:
+353 818 333 222
Email:
Website:
jjkavanagh.ie/
Bus from Merchants Quay to Red
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Waterford to Sligo is to bus and train which costs $31.52 - $44.57 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterford to Sligo is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Waterford and Sligo?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterford to Sligo station. However, there are services departing from Merchants Quay and arriving at Sligo Bus Station via Red Cow Luas and Lucan Spa Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Waterford and Sligo?

No, there is no direct train from Waterford to Sligo. However, there are services departing from Waterford and arriving at Sligo via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Waterford to Sligo?

The distance between Waterford and Sligo is 366 km. The road distance is 290.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Waterford to Sligo without a car is to bus which takes 6h 40m and costs $33.70 - $52.17 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Waterford to Sligo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Sligo bus from?

Waterford to Sligo bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Merchants Quay station.

Where do I catch the Waterford to Sligo train from?

Waterford to Sligo train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Waterford station.

Train, bus or fly from Waterford to Sligo?

The best way to get from Waterford to Sligo is to bus which takes 6h 40m and costs $33.70 - $52.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $38.04 - $54.35 and takes 6h 53m. There are no good options to fly between Waterford to Sligo.

Where does the Waterford to Sligo bus arrive?

Waterford to Sligo bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Where does the Waterford to Sligo train arrive?

Waterford to Sligo train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Waterford to Sligo?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterford to Sligo is 290 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Waterford 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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