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10/03/2026
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Athlone to Sligo by train

The journey from Athlone to Sligo by train is 99.15 km and takes 6 hrs 0 mins. There are 6 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:24 and the last at 16:12. It is possible to travel from Athlone to Sligo by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 6 hrs 0 mins
Connection per Day 6
First Departure 06:24
Last Departure 16:12
Distance 99.15 km
Departure Athlone
Arrival Sligo
Carriers Irish Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Athlone to Sligo

The cheapest Athlone - Sligo train tickets can be found for as low as €4.43 if you’re lucky, or €9.34 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €20.11.

Find the best day to travel to Sligo by train

When travelling to Sligo by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Athlone to Sligo CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
6.94kg
Bus
7.44kg
Flight
19.83kg
Car
15.86kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Athlone to Sligo by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Athlone and Sligo are 6.94kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Athlone and Sligo? By taking the train between Athlone and Sligo you will save 12.89kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.5kg compared to a bus and 8.92kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Athlone and Sligo by train?
Athlone to Sligo is 99.15 km.
How long does the train between Athlone and Sligo take?
Athlone to Sligo is on average 6 hrs 0 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hrs 17 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Athlone to Sligo?
Athlone to Sligo has 6 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Athlone to Sligo leave?
The earliest train from Athlone to Sligo departs at 06:24. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Athlone to Sligo depart?
The latest train from Athlone to Sligo departs at 16:12. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Athlone to Sligo by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Athlone and Sligo is 5 hrs 17 mins.
Is there a direct train from Athlone to Sligo?
Yes, there is a direct train between Athlone and Sligo.
What are the CO2 emissions for Athlone to Sligo by train?
The train journey from Athlone to Sligo creates 6.94kg of CO2 emissions.

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