How much is the bus ticket from Sligo to Letterkenny?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sligo to Letterkenny start at R 468. The average price for this route is around R 470. 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 Letterkenny?

The average bus journey time from Sligo to Letterkenny is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 91 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 48m and is operated by Expressway .

Which bus companies service the Sligo to Letterkenny route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sligo to Letterkenny?

The earliest bus departs from Sligo to Letterkenny at 07:35. And the latest bus departs at 19:05.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sligo to Letterkenny?

A bus trip from Sligo to Letterkenny produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus from Sligo to Letterkenny from R 208 | Compare & Save up to 52%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Sligo to Letterkenny on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 57m	09:32	Letterkenny Port	Cheapest
Bus	07:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 48m	09:23	Letterkenny Port	Fastest
Bus	08:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 57m	10:32	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	08:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 48m	10:23	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	11:45	Sligo Bus Station	1h 57m	13:42	Letterkenny Port	No tags

Next departures from Sligo to Letterkenny on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 48m	09:23	Letterkenny Port	CheapestFastest
Bus	07:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 57m	09:32	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	08:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 57m	10:32	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	08:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 48m	10:23	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	11:45	Sligo Bus Station	1h 48m	13:33	Letterkenny Port	No tags

Next departures from Sligo to Letterkenny on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 57m	09:32	Letterkenny Port	Cheapest
Bus	07:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 48m	09:23	Letterkenny Port	Fastest
Bus	08:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 57m	10:32	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	08:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 48m	10:23	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	11:45	Sligo Bus Station	1h 57m	13:42	Letterkenny Port	No tags

Next departures from Sligo to Letterkenny on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 57m	09:32	Letterkenny Port	Cheapest
Bus	07:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 48m	09:23	Letterkenny Port	Fastest
Bus	07:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 57m	09:32	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	07:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 48m	09:23	Letterkenny Port	No tags
Bus	08:35	Sligo Bus Station	1h 57m	10:32	Letterkenny Port	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 8:01 AM GMT.

Get from Sligo to Letterkenny

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 468, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

1h 55mAverage duration

91 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Sligo and Letterkenny?

Stops in Sligo

A
Sligo Bus Depot
Adelaide St, Abbeyquarter North, Sligo, Ireland
B
Sligo Bus Station
1 Knappagh Rd, Sligo, Ireland

Stops in Letterkenny

A
Letterkenny - Bus Station
Ramelton Rd, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, Ireland

Compare bus companies

Expressway

4/5452 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.1

Based on 452 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Expressway ticket prices on this trip start at R 468

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sligo to Letterkenny 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 Letterkenny?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sligo to Letterkenny start at R 468. The average price for this route is around R 470. 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 Letterkenny?
The average bus journey time from Sligo to Letterkenny is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 91 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 48m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Sligo to Letterkenny route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sligo to Letterkenny?
The earliest bus departs from Sligo to Letterkenny at 07:35. And the latest bus departs at 19:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sligo to Letterkenny?
A bus trip from Sligo to Letterkenny produces an estimated 2 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.

Best price found

07/12

R 428

08/12

R 428

Today

R 428

10/12

R 428

11/12

R 428

12/12

R 208

13/12

R 208

14/12

R 208

The cheapest trip from Sligo to Letterkenny was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 208

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sligo to Letterkenny as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 208 to R 428 for a bus ticket from Sligo to Letterkenny based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 208, which is on 2025-12-12.