How far is it from Cavan to Sligo?

The distance between Cavan and Sligo is 100 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Cavan to Sligo?

The drive from Cavan to Sligo takes approximately 1 h 35 min by car.

What is the best route from Cavan to Sligo?

The fastest route from Cavan to Sligo covers 100 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 35 min.

Which direction is Sligo from Cavan?

Sligo lies roughly to the north-west of Cavan.

Which roads does the route from Cavan to Sligo follow?

The drive from Cavan to Sligo mainly follows N3.

Which towns do you pass between Cavan and Sligo?

Towns on the route from Cavan to Sligo include Belturbet, Enniskillen, Blacklion, Buckode, Ballintogher.

Where can I camp between Cavan and Sligo?

Along the route from Cavan to Sligo you can stop for the night or service your van at Rushin House Caravan Park.

Are there charging stations between Cavan and Sligo?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Cavan to Sligo, including N15 (250 kW); Dublin Rd, Cavan (200 kW); N4, Collooney (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 60.

Cavan Sligo

Distance: 100 kmDrive time: 1 h 35 min

Driving from Cavan to Sligo takes about 1 h 35 min via N3. The distance is 100 km. The straight-line distance is 80 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Butlersbridge, Bellanaleck, Belcoo, Dromore, Sligo. Driving directions

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Driving directions33 · 100 km

1 Depart onto College Street 84 m
2 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Farnham Street 29 m
3 Exit roundabout left onto Farnham Street 651 m
4 Turn right onto Athbara 163 m
5 Turn right onto Cootehill Road 2 km
6 Take ramp right 14 km
7 Enter rotary left onto Belturbet Road 50 m
8 Exit rotary slightly left onto Belturbet Road 13 km
9 Continue straight onto Main Street 2 km
10 Continue straight onto Derrylin Road 749 m
11 Turn slightly left onto Stragowna Road 5 km
12 Continue straight onto Main Street 415 m
13 Continue straight onto Kinawley Road 5 km

14 Turn left onto Tiravally Road 651 m
15 Continue straight onto Mill Road 2 km
16 At end of road, turn left onto Marble Arch Road 12 km
17 Continue slightly left onto Main Street 254 m
18 Continue straight onto Sligo Road 21 km
19 At roundabout, take exit straight onto Upper Main Street 407 m
20 Continue straight onto Main Street 152 m
21 Turn left onto Sligo Road 4 km
22 Turn left 5 km
23 Continue straight 13 km
24 At end of road, turn right onto Hazelwood Road 718 m
25 Continue straight onto Ash Lane 819 m
26 At roundabout, take exit straight onto Duck Street 197 m
27 Take exit slightly left 61 m
28 Merge slightly right onto Victoria Road 380 m
29 Turn left onto Custom House Quay 193 m
30 Turn left onto Lower Quay Street 53 m
31 Turn right onto Quay Street 158 m
32 Turn left onto Lower Knox Street 7 m
33 Arrive onto Lower Knox Street

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The return trip from Sligo to Cavan covers roughly the same distance, 100 km.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

60 chargers

N15N15, Co. Sligo250 kW
Dublin Rd, CavanDublin Rd, Cavan, Co. Cavan200 kW
N4, CollooneyN4, Collooney, Co. Sligo200 kW
Connaughton Rd, SligoConnaughton Rd, Sligo, Co. Sligo150 kW
Dublin RoadDublin Road, H12 X6P4140 kW

EV Charging Stations

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Top attractions along the route

Hare Krishna Ferry
Ferry Terminals

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Sligo → Enniskillen65 km · 1 h 5 min Sligo → Castlebar87 km · 1 h 20 min Sligo → Ballina61 km · 55 min Sligo → Boyle42 km · 35 min Sligo → Lurgan53 km · 50 min Sligo → Ballyshannon44 km · 40 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 4 September 2026.

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How far is it from Cavan to Sligo?: The distance between Cavan and Sligo is 100 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Cavan to Sligo?: The drive from Cavan to Sligo takes approximately 1 h 35 min by car.
What is the best route from Cavan to Sligo?: The fastest route from Cavan to Sligo covers 100 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 35 min.
Which direction is Sligo from Cavan?: Sligo lies roughly to the north-west of Cavan.
Which roads does the route from Cavan to Sligo follow?: The drive from Cavan to Sligo mainly follows N3.
Which towns do you pass between Cavan and Sligo?: Towns on the route from Cavan to Sligo include Belturbet, Enniskillen, Blacklion, Buckode, Ballintogher.
Where can I camp between Cavan and Sligo?: Along the route from Cavan to Sligo you can stop for the night or service your van at Rushin House Caravan Park.
Are there charging stations between Cavan and Sligo?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Cavan to Sligo, including N15 (250 kW); Dublin Rd, Cavan (200 kW); N4, Collooney (200 kW). Charging points on this route: 60.

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