Commute times are short in Sligo, and everything – from beaches to mountains and urban life – are almost within touching distance. A well serviced road network makes travel by car convenient throughout the county and traffic congestion is virtually non-existent!
A number of bus services link the main towns, a direct train line runs from Sligo to Dublin and Ireland West Airport is only a 45 minute drive from Sligo town.
Parkopedia allows drivers to find the closest parking to your destination.
Paying for your parking in Sligo has never been easier. Parking Tag is a fast and convenient way to pay for parking using your mobile phone. No more fumbling for change and you can extend your parking time without returning to the parking meter if you are delayed. Download via the App Store or Google Play.
BleeperBike is Ireland’s first station-less bike sharing scheme. Our bikes are equipped with a smart lock fixed above the back wheel of the bike, this smart lock controls usage of the bike by communicating with our free to download App. It takes less than 5 minutes to download the App and register your details. Download via the App Store or Google Play.
Bus Eireann Services in Sligo Town.
There are three railway stations in Sligo, that serve a direct train line to Dublin – Sligo Mac Diarmada Station (Sligo town), Collooney Station and Ballymote Station. Visit Iarnród Éireann for further details and current timetables.
Ireland West Airport is only a 45 minute drive from Sligo town and is the main international air access gateway for the West, North West and Midland regions of Ireland.
With short commute, an affordable lifestyle and a rich natural and cultural environment, Sligo offers a strong work-life balance.
The cost of housing in Sligo is less than those in other counties with large urban hubs.
Sligo County Council is the local authority providing local government services in County Sligo.
Living in Sligo means access to affordable childcare, a choice of excellent schools and good healthcare provisions.
A well serviced road network, a bus service linking the main towns and easy access to trains and an international airport, make it easy to get around Sligo.
Sligo has a vibrant network of community and voluntary groups.
A variety of excellent sports facilities and clubs are available throughout County Sligo.
Third level, life long and distance learning opportunities are all easily accessible in Sligo.
Enjoy a lively cultural, music and restaurant scene, theatres, museums, cinema, country markets or entertain little ones at soft play centres.
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