Bus from Sligo to Dublin
1 direct route · about 241 min · first bus 06:00, last bus 01:00 (weekdays).
Next buses to Dublin as of 10:00
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Sligo, 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 | ~241 min | 6 | Sat 6 · Sun 6 | 06:00 | 01:00 | Sligo Bus Stn | Dublin Busáras | Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Longford, Mullingar, Lucan, Palmerstown & 1 more |
Times are for the first boarding point in Sligo 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 Sligo to Dublin?
The 23 (Bus Éireann) runs directly from Sligo to Dublin. Board at Sligo Bus Stn and get off at Dublin Busáras; the journey takes about 241 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Sligo to Dublin?
Around 241 minutes on the 23, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Longford, Mullingar and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Sligo to Dublin?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 06:00 and the last around 01:00. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Sligo to Dublin?
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.