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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Sligo to Carrick on Shannon
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
56 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sligo to Carrick on Shannon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sligo to Carrick on Shannon will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 6 buses that leave Sligo for Carrick on Shannon on Tue, May 12, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 12 the direct buses cover the 44 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 47 m .
On Tue, May 12 the slowest buses will take 1 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:25 PM0h47Teeling Street6:12 PMCarrick-on-shannon€91One-way0 transfers.png)
6:00 AM0h53Sligo Bus Station6:53 AMCarrick-on-shannon€171One-way0 transfers- 8:00 AM0h58Sligo Bus Station8:58 AMCarrick-on-shannon€171One-way0 transfers
- 12:20 PM1h03Sligo Bus Station1:23 PMCarrick-on-shannon€171One-way0 transfers
- 3:30 PM1h03Sligo Bus Station4:33 PMCarrick-on-shannon€171One-way0 transfers
- 5:25 PM0h47Teeling Street6:12 PMCarrick-on-shannon€91One-way0 transfers
- 6:00 AM0h53Sligo Bus Station6:53 AMCarrick-on-shannon€171One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM0h58Sligo Bus Station8:58 AMCarrick-on-shannon€171One-way0 transfers
- 6:15 PM0h58Sligo Bus Station7:13 PMCarrick-on-shannon€171One-way0 transfers
- 12:20 PM1h03Sligo Bus Station1:23 PMCarrick-on-shannon€171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sligo to Carrick on Shannon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sligo to Carrick on Shannon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 44 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€16 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sligo to Carrick on Shannon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sligo to Carrick on Shannon buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 AM Sligo Bus Station | 0h53 | 6:53 AM Carrick-on-shannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Sligo Bus Station | 0h58 | 8:58 AM Carrick-on-shannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:20 PM Sligo Bus Station | 1h03 | 1:23 PM Carrick-on-shannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:30 PM Sligo Bus Station | 1h03 | 4:33 PM Carrick-on-shannon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:25 PM Teeling Street | 0h47 | 6:12 PM Carrick-on-shannon | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sligo to Carrick on Shannon
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Buses from Sligo to Carrick on Shannon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 22:51. The fastest bus covers the 44 km distance in 47m.
Distance 44 km |
Average bus duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 47m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 10:51 PM |
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Bus providers: Westlink Coaches, Expressway (Bus Éireann), Bus Éireann from Sligo to Carrick on ShannonYou can travel by bus between Sligo to Carrick on Shannon with Westlink Coaches, Expressway (Bus Éireann), Bus Éireann for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sligo to Carrick on Shannon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sligo to Carrick on Shannon by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Carrick on Shannon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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