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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 | Dundalk Dublin Rd Hospital | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sligo Bus Station | Dundalk Dublin Road | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sligo Bus Station | Dundalk Dublin Rd Hospital | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sligo Bus Station | Dundalk Dublin Rd Hospital | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sligo Bus Station | Dundalk Dublin Rd Hospital | No tags |
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Get from Sligo to Dundalk
The journey takes about 7 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sligo and Dundalk?
Stops in Sligo
- A
Sligo Bus Depot
Adelaide St, Abbeyquarter North, Sligo, Ireland - B
Sligo Bus Station
1 Knappagh Rd, Sligo, Ireland
Stops in Dundalk
- A
Dundalk Bus Station
The Long Walk, Dundalk, County Louth
Compare bus companies
Based on 497 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 £37
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Sligo to Dundalk
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 Sligo to Dundalk?
The cheapest coach tickets from Sligo to Dundalk start from £37. The average price for this route is around £37. 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 Sligo to Dundalk?
The average bus journey time from Sligo to Dundalk is 7h 25m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 1m and is operated by Expressway.
Which bus companies service the Sligo to Dundalk route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 80 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sligo to Dundalk?
The earliest bus departs from Sligo to Dundalk at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sligo to Dundalk?
A bus journey from Sligo to Dundalk produces an estimated 3 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.
The cheapest trip from Sligo to Dundalk was searched and found on 5 Feb 2026 with a price of £28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sligo to Dundalk as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £28 to £58 for a bus ticket from Sligo to Dundalk based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2026-02-05.
