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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 | Dublin N4 | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Sligo Bus Station | Dublin N4 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sligo Bus Station | Dublin N4 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sligo Bus Station | Dublin N4 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sligo Bus Station | Dublin N4 | No tags |
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Get from Sligo to Dublin
The journey takes about 9 hours 31 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 540, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sligo and Dublin?
Stops in Sligo
- A
Sligo Bus Depot
Adelaide St, Abbeyquarter North, Sligo, Ireland - B
Sligo Bus Station
1 Knappagh Rd, Sligo, Ireland
Stops in Dublin
- A
Dublin Airport
- B
City Centre - O’Connell Street (Opp Gresham Hotel)
Outside the Gresham Hotel on O'Connell Street, North City, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland - CDublin (Custom House), Custom House Quay, at Custom House
- DIrish Ferries Terminal, Toll Gasoline Center, Terminal Rd S, Dublin Port, Dublin, Ireland
- E
Dublin
Prince's Street North, North City, Dublin, Ireland - F
Ferryport Terminal 2
Dublin Port Ferryport (Terminal 2), Ireland
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Users have highlighted the efficiency and punctuality of the service, as well as comfortable reclining seats. However, some concerns were raised about a lack of air conditioning making trips uncomfortable, unfriendly drivers, no toilets on board during long journeys without stops, and disturbances from passengers playing music loudly.
Expressway Sligo Dublin recent customer reviews
The drivers was not so friendly and no toilet in the bus and not a short stop during the long trip
Johannes V.
Quick and efficient service , seats were comfortable and did recline Only criticism was the bus was way too hot and no AC was put on which made this particular trip uncomfortable
Jamie H.
Was a hassle free journey which was fab Passengers without headphones playing music and reels annoying. A 3 hour gap in buses late afternoon isn't great for the airport
Rebecca F.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sligo to Dublin 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 Dublin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sligo to Dublin start at R 540. The average price for this route is around R 1 566. 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 Dublin?
The average bus journey time from Sligo to Dublin is 9h 31m, covering a distance of 171 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 1m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Sligo to Dublin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sligo to Dublin?
The earliest bus departs from Sligo to Dublin at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sligo to Dublin?
A bus trip from Sligo to Dublin produces an estimated 4 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 Dublin was searched and found on 23 Dec 2025 with a price of R 492To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sligo to Dublin as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 492 to R 1 491 for a bus ticket from Sligo to Dublin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 492, which is on 2025-12-23.
