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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Sligo Bus Station | GMIT | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sligo Bus Station | GMIT | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sligo Bus Station | GMIT | No tags | ||||
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| Bus | Sligo Bus Station | GMIT | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 8:06 AM GMT.
Get from Sligo to Galway
The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 478, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sligo and Galway?
Stops in Sligo
- A
Sligo Bus Depot
Adelaide St, Abbeyquarter North, Sligo, Ireland - B
Sligo Bus Station
1 Knappagh Rd, Sligo, Ireland
Stops in Galway
- AStation Rd, Galway, Ireland
- BUnit 29, Teach Fiontraíochta, Fairgreen Rd, Galway, Ireland
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Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the beauty of traveling in September when everything is green and ideal for a trip. Additionally, they appreciated that the bus was punctual, clean, and arrived at their destination on time.
Expressway Sligo Galway recent customer reviews
Ride was fine but no USB chargers working for phones.
R C.
Beautiful trip! September is green and an ideal season.
Deborah B.
The bus was on time, clean and made it to our destination on time, too.
Nancy K.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sligo to Galway by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Sligo to Galway?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sligo to Galway start at R 478. The average price for this route is around R 480. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Sligo to Galway?
The average bus journey time from Sligo to Galway is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 117 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 18m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Sligo to Galway route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sligo to Galway?
The earliest bus departs from Sligo to Galway at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sligo to Galway?
A bus trip from Sligo to Galway produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sligo to Galway was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 206To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sligo to Galway as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 206 to R 437 for a bus ticket from Sligo to Galway based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 206, which is on 2025-12-13.
