Cork to Sligo Train

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Cork to Sligo by train

The journey from Cork to Sligo by train is 264.07 km and takes 7 hrs 3 mins. There are 5 connections per day, with the first departure at 07:00 and the last at 15:25. It is possible to travel from Cork to Sligo by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration	7 hrs 3 mins
Connection per Day	Irish Rail 5
First Departure	Irish Rail 07:00
Last Departure	Irish Rail 15:25
Distance	Irish Rail 264.07 km
Departure	Irish Rail Cork
Arrival	Irish Rail Sligo
Carriers	Irish Rail Irish Rail

Cork to Sligo Train Times

Departure date

Monday 24 Mar 2025

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Best time to book Cork to Sligo travel

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around €1.00 to €14.21 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 93% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Cork to Sligo

The cheapest Cork - Sligo train tickets can be found for as low as €3.77 if you’re lucky, or €7.78 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €15.17.

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!

Services on board Irish Rail from Cork to Sligo

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Cork to Sligo CO2 Emissions by Train

Train

18.48kg

Bus

19.8kg

Flight

52.81kg

Car

42.25kg

What are the CO2 emissions from Cork to Sligo by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Cork and Sligo are 18.48kg.

How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Cork and Sligo? By taking the train between Cork and Sligo you will save 34.33kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.32kg compared to a bus and 23.77kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Cork and Sligo by train?

Cork to Sligo is 264.07 km.

How long does the train between Cork and Sligo take?

Cork to Sligo is on average 7 hrs 3 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 6 hrs 43 mins.

How many train connections per day go from Cork to Sligo?

Cork to Sligo has 5 connection(s) per day on average.

What time does the first train from Cork to Sligo leave?

The earliest train from Cork to Sligo departs at 07:00. 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 Cork to Sligo depart?

The latest train from Cork to Sligo departs at 15:25. 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 Cork to Sligo by train?

The fastest journey time by train between Cork and Sligo is 6 hrs 43 mins.

Is there a direct train from Cork to Sligo?

Yes, there is a direct train between Cork and Sligo.

What are the CO2 emissions for Cork to Sligo by train?

The train journey from Cork to Sligo creates 18.48kg of CO2 emissions.

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