Trains from Sligo to Castlebar

  • Average duration 6h 33m
  • Connections per day 4
  • Distance 72 km
  • CO₂ per person 1 kg

train from Sligo to Castlebar

The journey from Sligo to Castlebar is about 72 km. On average a train trip takes 6h 33m with 4 connections per day.

Trip duration 6h 33m
Connections per day 4
First departure 06:40 AM
Last departure 03:05 PM
Distance 72 km
Departure Sligo
Arrival Castlebar
Travel operator irishrail
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How much does it cost to get from Sligo to Castlebar by train?

The cheapest train tickets from Sligo to Castlebar cost . On average, you can expect to spend around for your train ticket. Virail will help you find a journey that fits your budget. You can expect prices to vary between different travel providers and methods of transport; often, faster journeys will cost more than slower routes. If your travel dates are flexible, you might be able to find cheaper train tickets, as prices may fluctuate a little from day to day. You may also find lower prices by booking at certain times of day, avoiding rush hour traffic. Another tip for travelers on a tight budget is to look for connecting journeys. Sometimes it can be cheaper to make a change or two along the way, rather than traveling on a direct route from Sligo to Castlebar.
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When you're traveling from Sligo to Castlebar, you can expect to pay an average of approximately . Some forms of transport are cheaper than others, and prices will vary according to time of day, day of the week, season, and other factors. For the cheapest train tickets, make your reservation well in advance. If you can, travel at an off-peak time, as train ticket prices will often be reduced. You might also be able to save money by booking a connecting journey, rather than a direct route. Be sure to check the conditions of the ticket before booking, as sometimes cheaper train tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Use Virail to check your options before booking, to ensure that you find the lowest price for your journey.

How much time will it take to go from Sligo to Castlebar by train?

The journey between Sligo and Castlebar by train is approximately 72 km. It will take you more or less 6h 33m to complete this journey. This average figure does not take into account any delays that might arise on your route in exceptional circumstances. If you are planning to make a connection or operating on a tight schedule, give yourself plenty of time. In order to get from Sligo to Castlebar faster, consider looking for an express service that makes fewer stops along the way. Conversely, a connecting route may, in some circumstances, be faster than a direct journey. The fastest routes between Sligo and Castlebar will complete the journey in 6h 20m. On average, it will take you about 6h 33m to travel the 72 km between Sligo and Castlebar.

What time are the departures from Sligo to Castlebar?

If you prefer to travel early, you will usually find the first departure from Sligo to Castlebar leaving at 06:40 AM. Although things may change depending on the day, in general the last daily departure leaves at 03:05 PM.If you have some flexibility over the day on which you travel, you might find more options available to you. For example, some providers may only run early morning routes on weekdays, when people are traveling to work. You will often find fewer options available on weekends or public holidays. The first departure of the night from Sligo to Castlebar leaves at 06:40 AM, while the last journey sets out at 03:05 PM. These are according to the standard schedules for the route between Sligo and Castlebar. However, different providers' timetables can vary from day to day or month to month, so these particular departures may not be available every day. Some providers may change their schedules on public holidays and weekends, or during the summer months. Check your travel dates when making your booking.

When traveling from Sligo to Castlebar by train, which stations can I use?

You will be able to leave Sligo by using stations such as . These connect you to stations including in Castlebar. Check carefully before making a booking. Some or all of these stations will appear on the route, depending on the transport provider you use for your trip. Check carefully to see which route your chosen transport provider follows, to see if it passes through a station that is convenient for your needs. It may be necessary to make a short journey between stations either in Sligo or in Castlebar, for your convenience while traveling.

How many journeys from Sligo to Castlebar take place each day?

On average, there are 4 daily departures from Sligo to Castlebar. However, there may be more or less on different days. Providers' timetables can change on certain days of the week or public holidays, and many also vary at particular times of year. Some providers change their schedules during the summer season, for example. At very busy times, there may be up to departures each day. The providers that travel along this route include , and each operates according to their own specific schedules. As a traveler, you may prefer a direct journey, or you may not mind making changes and connections. If you have heavy suitcases, a direct journey could be best; otherwise, you might be able to save money and enjoy more flexibility by making a change along the way. Every day, there are an average of 0 departures from Sligo which travel directly to Castlebar. There are 4 journeys with one change or more. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Sligo to Castlebar. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

irishrail5.04 kg CO₂
13:05Sligo (MacDiarmada)
6h 27m
21:09Castlebar
€0.00 ≈ £0
2 changes
irishrail5.04 kg CO₂
09:05Sligo (MacDiarmada)
6h 24m
17:39Castlebar
€0.00 ≈ £0
2 changes

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 5.04kg
bus 5.4kg
flight 14.4kg
carpool 11.52kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Sligo to Castlebar?

The train journey between Sligo and Castlebar emits 5.04kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Sligo and Castlebar?

Taking the train between Sligo and Castlebar saves 9.36kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 0.36kg compared to the bus and 6.48kg compared to the car.

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