Bus from Dublin to Sligo
1 direct route · about 239 min · first bus 08:05, last bus 23:00 (weekdays).
Next buses to Sligo as of 12:00
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Dublin, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | Bus Éireann | ~239 min | 6 | Sat 6 · Sun 6 | 08:05 | 23:00 | Dublin Busáras | Sligo Bus Stn | Palmerstown, Lucan, Mullingar, Longford, Carrick-on-Shannon & Boyle |
Times are for the first boarding point in Dublin on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 23 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Dublin to Sligo?
The 23 (Bus Éireann) runs directly from Dublin to Sligo. Board at Dublin Busáras and get off at Sligo Bus Stn; the journey takes about 239 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Dublin to Sligo?
Around 239 minutes on the 23, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Palmerstown, Lucan, Mullingar, Longford and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Dublin to Sligo?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 08:05 and the last around 23:00. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Dublin to Sligo?
Fares follow the National Transport Authority's fare structure — a TFI Leap Card is significantly cheaper than cash, with daily and weekly caps on most services.