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09/07/2025
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Sligo to Drogheda by train

The journey from Sligo to Drogheda by train is 151.77 km and takes 4 hrs 25 mins. There are 8 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:40 and the last at 19:05. It is possible to travel from Sligo to Drogheda by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 4 hrs 25 mins
Connection per Day 8
First Departure 05:40
Last Departure 19:05
Distance 151.77 km
Departure Sligo
Arrival Drogheda
Carriers Irish Rail

Sligo to Drogheda Train Times

Departure date
Wednesday 9 Jul 2025

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The cheapest Sligo - Drogheda train tickets can be found for as low as €7.90 if you’re lucky, or €13.35 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €17.59.

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When travelling to Drogheda 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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Sligo to Drogheda CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
10.62kg
Bus
11.38kg
Flight
30.35kg
Car
24.28kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Sligo to Drogheda by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Sligo and Drogheda are 10.62kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Sligo and Drogheda? By taking the train between Sligo and Drogheda you will save 19.73kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.76kg compared to a bus and 13.66kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Sligo and Drogheda by train?
Sligo to Drogheda is 151.77 km.
How long does the train between Sligo and Drogheda take?
Sligo to Drogheda is on average 4 hrs 25 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 56 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Sligo to Drogheda?
Sligo to Drogheda has 8 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Sligo to Drogheda leave?
The earliest train from Sligo to Drogheda departs at 05:40. 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 Sligo to Drogheda depart?
The latest train from Sligo to Drogheda departs at 19:05. 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 Sligo to Drogheda by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Sligo and Drogheda is 3 hrs 56 mins.
Is there a direct train from Sligo to Drogheda?
Yes, there is a direct train between Sligo and Drogheda.
What are the CO2 emissions for Sligo to Drogheda by train?
The train journey from Sligo to Drogheda creates 10.62kg of CO2 emissions.

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