The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sligo to Galway
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£-0
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sligo to Galway is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Of the 1 buses that leave Sligo for Galway every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 117 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
Sligo to Galway bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sligo to Galway coaches for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:00 Sligo Bus Station | 2h42 | 08:42 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:00 Sligo Bus Station | 2h45 | 10:45 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 Sligo Bus Station | 2h40 | 12:40 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 Sligo Bus Station | 2h45 | 14:45 Galway | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Sligo Bus Station | 2h35 | 16:35 Galway | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sligo to Galway
Buses from Sligo to Galway run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 20:22. The fastest coach covers the 117 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 117 km |
Average bus duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 06:00 |
Last bus 20:22 |
Bus providers: European Sleeper, Infobus, Bus Feda Teoranta, Bus Éireann from Sligo to GalwayYou can travel by bus between Sligo to Galway with European Sleeper, Infobus, Bus Feda Teoranta, Bus Éireann for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sligo to Galway coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sligo to Galway by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Galway, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sligo, Bus Station, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Galway, Bus Station, located 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Sligo to Galway, follow these tips:
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- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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