The average bus between Galway and Sligo (Region) takes 4h 10m and the fastest bus takes 2h 49m. The bus service runs several times per day from Galway to Sligo (Region). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Galway and Sligo (Region). The earliest departure is at 8:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galway is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Sligo (Region) at 7:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 57m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Galway to Sligo (Region)? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Galway to Sligo (Region). However, there are services departing from Galway station and arriving at Sligo (Region) station via Ballysadare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.
Galway to Sligo (Region) bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Galway Ceannt station.
Galway to Sligo (Region) bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Ballysadare station.
The distance between Galway and Sligo (Region) is 111.6 km. The road distance is 152 km.
Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Galway Ceannt to Ballysadare every 4 hours. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 2h 30m.