How much is the bus ticket from Donegal to Sligo?

The cheapest coach tickets from Donegal to Sligo start from £21. The average price for this route is around £21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Donegal to Sligo?

The average bus journey time from Donegal to Sligo is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 31 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 5m and is operated by Expressway .

Which bus companies service the Donegal to Sligo route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Donegal to Sligo at 06:25. And the latest bus departs at 19:55.

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

A bus journey from Donegal to Sligo produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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Next bus departures

Next departures from Donegal to Sligo on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	1h 10m	09:50	Sligo Bus Station	CheapestFastest
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
Bus	14:40	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	1h 10m	15:50	Sligo Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:55	Abbey Hotel Bus Stop	1h 10m	18:05	Sligo Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Donegal to Sligo on 16 December
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 17 December
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 18 December
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 19 December
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 20 December
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 Friday at 23:55 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

4/5458 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.1

Based on 458 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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Donegal to Sligo?
The cheapest coach tickets from Donegal to Sligo start from £21. The average price for this route is around £21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Donegal to Sligo?
The average bus journey time from Donegal to Sligo is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 31 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 5m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Donegal to Sligo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Donegal to Sligo?
The earliest bus departs from Donegal to Sligo at 06:25. And the latest bus departs at 19:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Donegal to Sligo?
A bus journey from Donegal to Sligo produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/12

£19

14/12

£19

Today

£19

16/12

£10

17/12

£10

18/12

£10

19/12

£10

20/12

£10

The cheapest trip from Donegal to Sligo was searched and found on 16 Dec 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 2025-12-16.