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Trip Overview

The average bus between Carlow and Sligo takes 5h 48m and the fastest bus takes 4h 49m. The bus service runs several times per day from Carlow to Sligo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 48m
Duration
296 km
Distance
€40
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Carlow to Sligo bus times

Buses run every 4 hours between Carlow and Sligo. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlow is at 8:20 PM which arrives into Sligo at 2:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Parkgate St and take an average of 5h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)5h 2m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)6h 20m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)6h 23m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)4h 59m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)5h 48m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)6h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)6h 23m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)4h 59m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)5h 48m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)6h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)6h 23m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)4h 59m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)5h 48m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)6h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)6h 23m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)4h 59m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)5h 48m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)6h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)6h 23m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)4h 59m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)5h 48m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)6h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)6h 19m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)4h 49m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)5h 35m • 2 changes
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    J.J.Kavanagh & SonsDublin BusExpressway (Bus Éireann)6h 19m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlow to Sligo? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 295.6 km
  • Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Sligo, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Sligo Bus Stn via Parkgate St, Heuston Station, and Liffey Valley SC in around 5h 44m.

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