The average bus between Sligo and Kells takes 4h 50m and the fastest bus takes 3h 32m. The bus service runs several times per day from Sligo to Kells. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Sligo and Kells. The earliest departure is at 5:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sligo is at 9:29 PM which arrives into Kells at 5:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Enniskillen and take an average of 4h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sligo to Kells? 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.
No, there is no direct bus from Sligo to Kells. However, there are services departing from Sligo station and arriving at Kells station via Enniskillen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.
Sligo to Kells bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Sligo Hospital station.
Sligo to Kells bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Kells station.
The distance between Sligo and Kells is 120.3 km. The road distance is 165 km.
You can take a bus from Sligo Hospital to Kells via Enniskillen and Cavan Bus Stn in around 4h 17m.