How to get from Galway City to Sligo by bus?

Galway City to Sligo - Bus Schedule

The 407 bus from Galway City to Sligo runs from 07:27 to 23:51, with departures every 25 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 2 hr 49 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Galway City to Sligo by bus

To get from Galway City to Sligo in Ireland, take the 407 bus from Bóthar Chúil Each station to Woodquay station. Next, take the 964 bus from Galway Cathedral station to Sligo Markievicz Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 49 min. The bus schedule from Galway City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Sligo on the Moovit app.

169min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 407407
Bus - 964964
Walk to Sligo
Leaves from Bóthar Chúil Each

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bóthar Chúil Each
    ID 526101
    410 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 407407
    Wait for bus
    407
    Eyre Square
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Woodquay
    ID 525411
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Galway Cathedral
    510 m • 7 min
  • 5
    Bus - 964964
    Wait for bus
    964
    Croithlí
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sligo Markievicz Road
    ID 12901
    125 min
  • 7
    Walk to Sligo
    Walk to
    Sligo
    710 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Galway City to Sligo

The distance between Galway City, Ireland and Sligo, Ireland is approximately 155.18 km, which can typically be travelled in 169 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Galway City to Sligo by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ireland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Galway City to Sligo

To check the bus schedule from Galway City to Sligo using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Galway City) and destination (Sligo), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Galway City to Sligo?

    The fastest way takes 169 minutes, using Bus line 407, Bus line 964.

  • Is there a direct bus between Galway City and Sligo?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 49 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Galway City to Sligo?

    The 407 bus line goes from Bóthar Chúil Each station near Galway City in Galway to Woodquay station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Woodquay station near Sligo in Ireland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Galway City to Sligo by bus?

    The total travel time between Galway City in Galway and Sligo in Ireland by bus is about 2 hr 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Galway City to get to Sligo?

    Get on the 407 bus from the Bóthar Chúil Each stop near Galway City in Galway.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Galway City and Sligo?

    Get off the bus at the Woodquay stop, which is closest to Sligo in Ireland.

  • When is the first bus from Galway City to Sligo?

    The first bus from Galway City in Galway to Sligo in Ireland is Derry Bus Station - Galway Ceannt. It leaves the Galway Ceannt Station at 7:00 AM.

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