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24/03/2025
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Dublin to Sligo by train

The journey from Dublin to Sligo by train is 179.38 km and takes 3 hrs 34 mins. There are 37 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:20 and the last at 19:15. It is possible to travel from Dublin to Sligo by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 3 hrs 34 mins
Connection per Day 37
First Departure 06:20
Last Departure 19:15
Distance 179.38 km
Departure Dublin
Arrival Sligo
Carriers Irish Rail

Dublin to Sligo Train Times

Departure date
Monday 24 Mar 2025

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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 €1.40 to €14.79 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 91% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Dublin to Sligo

The cheapest Dublin - Sligo train tickets can be found for as low as €2.76 if you’re lucky, or €4.76 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €9.25.

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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Dublin to Sligo CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
12.56kg
Bus
13.45kg
Flight
35.88kg
Car
28.7kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Dublin to Sligo by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Dublin and Sligo are 12.56kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Dublin and Sligo? By taking the train between Dublin and Sligo you will save 23.32kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.89kg compared to a bus and 16.14kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Dublin and Sligo by train?
Dublin to Sligo is 179.38 km.
How long does the train between Dublin and Sligo take?
Dublin to Sligo is on average 3 hrs 34 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 9 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Dublin to Sligo?
Dublin to Sligo has 37 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Dublin to Sligo leave?
The earliest train from Dublin to Sligo departs at 06:20. 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 Dublin to Sligo depart?
The latest train from Dublin to Sligo departs at 19:15. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
How many direct connections depart from Dublin to Sligo?
There are on average 8 direct connection(s) from Dublin to go to Sligo.
What's the fastest journey time between Dublin to Sligo by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Dublin and Sligo is 3 hrs 9 mins.
Is there a direct train from Dublin to Sligo?
Yes, there is a direct train between Dublin and Sligo.
What are the CO2 emissions for Dublin to Sligo by train?
The train journey from Dublin to Sligo creates 12.56kg of CO2 emissions.

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