Galway to Sligo bus

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Cheap bus tickets from Galway to Sligo

Showing times and prices for Nov 09

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Galway to Sligo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Expressway
10:30AM2h40
Galway, Bus Station
01:10PMSligo, Bus Station
$241One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Expressway
10:37AM2h33
Galway
01:10PMSligo, Bus Station
$241One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Expressway
12:07PM2h33
Galway
02:40PMSligo, Bus Station
$241One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Expressway
12:00PM2h40
Galway, Bus Station
02:40PMSligo, Bus Station
$241One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Expressway
04:00PM2h50
Galway, Bus Station
06:50PMSligo, Bus Station
$241One-way
0 transfers

Galway to Sligo bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Saturday, November 9
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Expressway06:00AM Galway, Bus Station2h25 08:25AM Sligo, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Expressway08:45AM Galway, Bus Station2h45 11:30AM Sligo, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Expressway10:10AM Galway13h40 11:50PM Sligo2 transfers
Expressway10:30AM Galway, Bus Station2h40 01:10PM Sligo, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Expressway10:37AM Galway2h33 01:10PM Sligo, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Expressway10:37AM Galway13h13 11:50PM Sligo2 transfers
Expressway12:00PM Galway, Bus Station2h40 02:40PM Sligo, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Expressway12:07PM Galway2h33 02:40PM Sligo, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Expressway12:07PM Galway11h43 11:50PM Sligo2 transfers
Expressway02:10PM Galway, Bus Station2h45 04:55PM Sligo, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Expressway04:00PM Galway, Bus Station2h50 06:50PM Sligo, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Expressway04:07PM Galway2h43 06:50PM Sligo, Bus Station0 transfersDirect
Expressway06:10PM Galway, Bus Station2h25 08:35PM Sligo, Bus Station0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book bus tickets from Galway to Sligo?

The best time to book your bus from Galway to Sligo is 56 days before departure. See how prices for buses change on the Galway to Sligo route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Galway to Sligo per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your bus from Galway to Sligo.

Bus times from Galway to Sligo

Showing times and prices for Nov 09

Fastest Journey

2 h 25 m

Average

4 h 59 m

Buses per day

13

Distance

117 km

Of the 13 buses that leave Galway for Sligo every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Expressway
06:00AM2h25
Galway, Bus Station
08:25AMSligo, Bus Station
$241One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Expressway
06:10PM2h25
Galway, Bus Station
08:35PMSligo, Bus Station
$241One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Expressway
10:37AM2h33
Galway
01:10PMSligo, Bus Station
$241One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Expressway
12:07PM2h33
Galway
02:40PMSligo, Bus Station
$241One-way
0 transfers
Expressway
10:30AM2h40
Galway, Bus Station
01:10PMSligo, Bus Station
$241One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Galway to Sligo

Buses from Galway to Sligo run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€10) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
72 miles (117 km)
Average bus duration
2h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
$11 (€10)
Buses per day
13
Direct buses
11
Bus providers
2
Fastest bus
2h 25m
First bus
06:00
Last bus
21:05
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

FAQs: Bus from Galway to Sligo

FAQs: Take the bus from Galway to Sligo with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Galway to Sligo.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Galway to Sligo can start from as little as $11 (€10) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Galway to Sligo is $20 (€17); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Galway to Sligo is 2 h 25 min   to travel the 73 mile (117 km) long route, with around there are 13 buses per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Galway to Sligo leaves at 6: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Galway to Sligo leaves at 9: 05 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Galway to Sligo without having to change trains with Expressway. There are 11 direct buses from Galway to Sligo each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the trip from Galway to Sligo you can take a bus with Expressway. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services between Galway and Sligo on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Galway, Bus Station, which is located around 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Sligo, Bus Station, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Sligo from Galway is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Galway to Sligo is February.
Yes, you can take a bus from Galway to Sligo.

Popular bus stations from Galway to Sligo

Galway
Sligo
The major bus station for departures in Galway is Galway, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Galway, Bus Station for your trip from Galway to Sligo.
Galway, Bus Station
Galway, GMIT (Old Dublin Rd)
The major bus station for arrivals in Sligo is Sligo, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sligo, Bus Station for your trip to Sligo from Galway.
Sligo, Bus Station

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