TFI Local Link services across Carlow, Kilkenny and Wicklow will now offer contactless payment options to passengers as part of the latest phase of the National Transport Authority’s nationwide programme. Customers can make payments using debit or credit cards, as well as digital wallets such as Apple Pay and Google Pay, allowing for easier and more convenient journeys.
Building on successful rollout
The implementation of contactless payment across Carlow, Kilkenny and Wicklow follows a successful pilot programme in Cavan and Monaghan and builds on recent expansions to other TFI Local Link service areas, including Louth, Meath, Fingal, Limerick, Clare, Longford, Westmeath and Roscommon. This continued expansion reflects positive customer feedback and the NTA’s commitment to providing modern, user-friendly payment options for those travelling on rural and regional public transport services.
Contactless payment is currently available for single-journey fares. Daily and weekly fare products remain available through the Leap website and the TFI Leap Top-Up App. TFI Leap cards, cash payments and Free Travel Cards continue to be accepted across all eligible TFI Local Link services.
The initiative forms part of the NTA’s ongoing work to modernise public transport fare systems nationwide, with a focus on improving accessibility and enhancing the passenger experience in rural and regional communities.
Improving the customer experience
Edmund Betagh, TFI Local Link Programme Manager at the NTA, said:
“The introduction of contactless payment on TFI Local Link services in Carlow, Kilkenny and Wicklow marks another important step towards making public transport easier and more accessible for passengers. Strong uptake in areas where contactless payment has already been introduced highlights the demand for simple, flexible ways to pay for travel. As this programme continues, we remain focused on improving the overall customer experience and making public transport more attractive and convenient for communities across Ireland.”
Enhancing connectivity across the Carlow, Kilkenny and Wicklow
Jackie Meally, General Manager at TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, added:
“We’re pleased to introduce contactless payment on TFI Local Link services across Carlow, Kilkenny and Wicklow, giving passengers greater choice and flexibility when paying for their journeys. Feedback from areas where contactless payment has already been introduced has been overwhelmingly positive, conveying the value of simple and convenient payment options. This enhancement will make it even easier for customers to access local public transport services while supporting our ongoing efforts to improve connectivity across the region.”
Further information
For further information on TFI Local Link services in Carlow, Kilkenny and Wicklow,
please visit: www.locallinkckw.ie
