What's the distance between Donegal and Sligo by coach?

The distance between Donegal and Sligo by coach is approximately 30 miles (49 km).

What is the best way to go from Donegal to Sligo without a car?

You can travel to Sligo from Donegal by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus from Donegal to Sligo from £10 | Compare & Save up to 51%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Donegal to Sligo on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	19:55	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	1h 10m	21:05	Sligo Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	19:55	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	1h 10m	21:05	Sligo Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures from Donegal to Sligo on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:25	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	1h 5m	07:30	Sligo Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	06:25	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	1h 5m	07:30	Sligo Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	08:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	1h 10m	09:50	Sligo Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	1h 10m	11:50	Sligo Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	1h 10m	13:50	Sligo Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Donegal to Sligo on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:25	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	1h 5m	07:30	Sligo Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	06:25	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	1h 5m	07:30	Sligo Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	08:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	1h 10m	09:50	Sligo Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	1h 10m	11:50	Sligo Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	1h 10m	13:50	Sligo Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 04:16 GMT.

Get from Donegal to Sligo

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1h 10mAverage duration

31 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Donegal and Sligo?

Stops in Donegal

A
Abbey Hotel Bus Stop
The Diamond, Donegal
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Stops in Sligo

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

Compare bus companies

Expressway

4/5443 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.1

Based on 443 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 £21

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Donegal to Sligo

What's the distance between Donegal and Sligo by coach?
The distance between Donegal and Sligo by coach is approximately 30 miles (49 km).
What is the best way to go from Donegal to Sligo without a car?
You can travel to Sligo from Donegal by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

21/11

£19

22/11

£19

Today

£10

24/11

£10

25/11

£10

26/11

£10

27/11

£10

28/11

£10

The cheapest trip from Donegal to Sligo was searched and found on 23 Nov 2025 with a price of £10

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

You can expect to pay from £10 to £19 for a bus ticket from Donegal to Sligo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-11-24.