What is the cheapest way to get from Sligo to Bantry?

The cheapest way to get from Sligo to Bantry is to bus via Galway which costs €45 - €70 and takes 9h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sligo to Bantry?

The fastest way to get from Sligo to Bantry is to drive which takes 4h 41m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Sligo and Bantry?

No, there is no direct bus from Sligo station to Bantry. However, there are services departing from Sligo Bus Station and arriving at Bantry via Galway Coach Station and Cork Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

How far is it from Sligo to Bantry?

The distance between Sligo and Bantry is 429 km. The road distance is 373.9 km.

How do I travel from Sligo to Bantry without a car?

The best way to get from Sligo to Bantry without a car is to bus via Galway which takes 9h 6m and costs €45 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Sligo to Bantry?

It takes approximately 9h 6m to get from Sligo to Bantry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sligo to Bantry bus from?

Sligo to Bantry bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Sligo Bus Station.

Where does the Sligo to Bantry bus arrive?

Sligo to Bantry bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Galway, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Sligo to Bantry?

Yes, the driving distance between Sligo to Bantry is 374 km. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Sligo to Bantry.

Where can I stay near Bantry?

There are 270+ hotels available in Bantry.

Sligo to Bantry - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Sligo to Bantry by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Galway
best
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Galway, Bus Station64
2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Cork Anderson's Quay251
3. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Bantry236
9h 6m
€48–69
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sligo to BroombridgeRe / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to CorkIc
3. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Bantry236
9h 49m
€57–84
Drive 373.9 km
1. Drive from Sligo to Bantry373.9 km
4h 41m
€64–92
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Sligo Bus Station to Knock Airport
2. Fly from Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) to Cork Airport (ORK)NOC - ORK
3. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Bantry
9h 35m
€92–229
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sligo Markievicz Road to Drumshanbo572
2. Take the bus from Drumshanbo to O'Connell Street
3. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Anderson's Quay251
4. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Bantry236
11h 1m
€61–90

Sligo to Bantry by train and bus

52Weekly Services

9h 49mAverage Duration

€57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 428.9 km
Duration: 9h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Sligo Bus Station to Bantry via Galway, Bus Station, Galway Coach Station, Cork Anderson's Quay, and Cork Bus Station in around 9h 6m.

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