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Changes Announced to Bus Eireann Routes 447 and 448 – transitioning to the TFI Local Link

The National Transport Authority (NTA)) announced that, from Thursday, 19 March, the services currently operating as Bus Éireann Routes 447 and 448 will transition to the TFI Local Link network. Transitioning to TFI Local Link Longford Westmeath Roscommon These services will be managed by TFI Local Link Longford Westmeath Roscommon and will operate under new...

TFI Anseo Pilot in Limerick Reaches 20,000 Passenger Milestone

The National Transport Authority (NTA), in partnership with TFI Local Link Limerick Clare, today announced that TFI Anseo, the smart demand responsive transport pilot operating in Limerick, has now surpassed 20,000 passenger journeys. Positive impact of Smart demand responsive transport service This milestone reflects strong public uptake of flexible, technology enabled transport and highlights the...

You’re such a good‑looking bus service: NTA launches new town bus service for Mullingar

NTA and Minister launch new Mullingar town bus service Minister of State with responsibility for Rural Transport, Jerry Buttimer TD, today joined the National Transport Authority (NTA) and Westmeath County Council to officially launch a new town bus service for Mullingar, significantly enhancing public transport options for the town and surrounding communities. New routes beginning...

NTA begin rollout of contactless payments on TFI Local Link services

The National Transport Authority (NTA) has announced the phased introduction of contactless fare payments on TFI Local Link services, a major milestone in improving accessibility and convenience for rural communities. Contactless Payments Begin in Tipperary From Monday, 1st December, passengers travelling on TFI Local Link Tipperary services will be able to pay their fares using...

Passenger Demand Drives Significant Enhancement with bus routes 183 and 895 for Wicklow and Kildare

The National Transport Authority (NTA), in partnership with TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, will introduce major service enhancements for passengers travelling between Kildare and Wicklow from Thursday, 4 December. Bus Route 183 Arklow to Glendalough serving Avoca, Rathnew and Laragh Route 183 will now operate between Arklow and Glendalough, serving Avoca, Rathdrum, Rathnew, Wicklow,...

TFI Local Link bus route 564 to enhance services from Carrick-on-Shannon to Swanlinbar

From Monday, 17 November, TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim will enhance services from Carrick-on-Shannon to Swanlinbar. Connecting Ireland This enhanced route is part of the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan which is a major national public transport initiative developed and funded by the National Transport Authority (NTA) as part of the Transport for Ireland (TFI) Network....

TFI Local Link to enhance bus route 983 service from Manorhamilton to Ballyshannon

From Monday, 20 October, TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim will enhance services between Manorhamilton and Ballyshannon. Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan This enhancement is part of the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan, a major national public transport initiative developed and funded by the National Transport Authority (NTA) under the Transport for Ireland (TFI) Network. Route...

TFI Local Link to introduce bus route 178 between Kells and Cootehill

From the Monday, 20 October, TFI Local Link Cavan Monaghan will introduce a new bus route connecting Kells and Cootehill. This new route is part of the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan, a major national public transport initiative developed and funded by the National Transport Authority (NTA) as part of the Transport for Ireland (TFI) Network. New bus route...

Smart On-Demand Transport comes to Limerick with launch of TFI Anseo

TFI Anseo App for Limerick from Monday 13 October 2025 The National Transport Authority (NTA) has today announced the launch of TFI Anseo, a new Smart Demand-Responsive Transport (DRT) service in Limerick, beginning Monday, 13 October 2025.  Part of the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan This pilot initiative, part of the NTA’s Connecting Ireland Rural...