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24/03/2025
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Sligo to Dundalk by train

The journey from Sligo to Dundalk by train is 137.2 km and takes 5 hrs 0 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 Dundalk by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 5 hrs 0 mins
Connection per Day 8
First Departure 05:40
Last Departure 19:05
Distance 137.2 km
Departure Sligo
Arrival Dundalk
Carriers Irish Rail

Sligo to Dundalk Train Times

Departure date
Monday 24 Mar 2025

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The cheapest Sligo - Dundalk train tickets can be found for as low as €12.53 if you’re lucky, or €15.20 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €23.18.

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When travelling to Dundalk 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 Sligo to Dundalk
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Sligo to Dundalk CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
9.6kg
Bus
10.29kg
Flight
27.44kg
Car
21.95kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Sligo to Dundalk by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Sligo and Dundalk are 9.6kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Sligo and Dundalk? By taking the train between Sligo and Dundalk you will save 17.84kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.69kg compared to a bus and 12.35kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Sligo and Dundalk by train?
Sligo to Dundalk is 137.2 km.
How long does the train between Sligo and Dundalk take?
Sligo to Dundalk is on average 5 hrs 0 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 17 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Sligo to Dundalk?
Sligo to Dundalk has 8 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Sligo to Dundalk leave?
The earliest train from Sligo to Dundalk 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 Dundalk depart?
The latest train from Sligo to Dundalk 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 Dundalk by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Sligo and Dundalk is 4 hrs 17 mins.
Is there a direct train from Sligo to Dundalk?
Yes, there is a direct train between Sligo and Dundalk.
What are the CO2 emissions for Sligo to Dundalk by train?
The train journey from Sligo to Dundalk creates 9.6kg of CO2 emissions.

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