Enhancing Public Transport Across Rural Ireland. Summary Report. November 2021.
NTA: Údarás Náisiúnta Iompair / National Transport Authority
The Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan is a major national public transport initiative developed by the National Transport Authority (NTA), with the aim of increasing connectivity, particularly for people living outside our major cities and towns.
The plan aims to improve mobility in rural areas, and it will do this by providing better connections between villages and towns by linking these areas with an enhanced regional network connecting cities and regional centres nationwide.
Connecting Ireland seeks to make public transport for rural communities more useful for more people, and it will do this by:
The NTA has undertaken a comprehensive analysis to better understand where rural bus service improvements are required with a view to introducing new and improved connections between villages and towns and providing better access to public transport in rural areas.
These improvements will create a more effective and integrated system, which brings people in rural areas to where they want to go, when they want to get there.
Connecting Ireland is the first rural public transport plan of its kind in Ireland and we want to get your views on our proposals to help shape the future of Ireland's public transport network.
Established in 2009, the NTA oversees the development of the public transport network. In this role the NTA's overriding objective is to ensure that public transport services are designed and implemented so as to ensure the best possible experiences for the travelling public. That is at the core of everything we do.
The NTA has several functions when it comes to public transport:
Each year NTA makes funding available to public transport operators for the provision of socially necessary public transport services in Ireland. Operators including Bus Éireann, Iarnród Éireann, Dublin Bus, Transdev and Go-Ahead Ireland provide these Public Service Obligation (PSO) services, under contract to the NTA.
The NTA not only monitors the delivery of the PSO network. but pro-actively works with operators to improve the effectiveness of existing services and to introduce new ones to meet changing needs. The PSO network includes city and town bus services, longer distance routes connecting towns and villages, as well as local services linking rural areas to nearby towns and villages.
Under the Public Transport Regulation Act 2009 (PTR Act 2009), the NTA is responsible for licensing of public bus passenger services. Licensed public bus passenger services are often called 'commercial bus services', as they are operated without any public subsidy from the NTA. Commercial bus services provide services on a significant proportion of the interurban and regional public transport network providing connections into cities and other major destinations such as large towns and airports. Commercial bus services also provide connections to rural towns and villages.
The NTA funds the Rural Transport Programme which is managed at a local level by 15 Local Link offices on behalf of the NTA. Each Local Link office manages a range of services, including regular scheduled bus services connecting rural areas and villages to nearby large towns, as well as Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) which provides essential connectivity to more remote rural areas.
These different types of services all make an important contribution to the achievement of government policy to encourage greater use by the public of sustainable transport modes. Each type of service will play an essential role in achieving the ambitious objectives of Connecting Ireland.
We estimate the implementation of service improvements emerging from Connecting Ireland work will provide:
Connecting Ireland is underpinned by a range of National Polices and will make a vital contribution to achieving these policies.
An urgent response to Climate Change is at the core of the current suite of National Strategies and Policies published by the Government. First amongst these is the Climate Action Plan, which sets ambitious targets for decarbonising the transport sector, with a commitment to achieving a 50% reduction in emissions by 2030. It also calls for an additional 500,000 trips per week to be made by sustainable modes by 2035. These twin commitments cannot be met without also improving access to better public transport across Ireland.
The National Planning Framework Project Ireland 2040 (NPF) provides the strategic framework which sets a range of regional and local plans in motion. Ireland 2040 has shaped our approach to Connecting Ireland and implementing the plan will help to meet the NPF's strategic outcomes of 'Sustainable mobility', Enhanced Regional Connectivity and Strengthened Rural Economies and Communities.
Amongst the commitments within the current Programme for Government involves the development and implementation of a sustainable rural mobility plan. Such a plan would introduce a public transport service standard under which all settlements over a certain population will have adequate access to the Transport for Ireland (TFI) public transport network. This would include travel for work and educational purposes but also for shopping, visiting friends and family, participating in community and leisure activities, accessing healthcare services, and all sorts of other journeys that people want to make.
Our Rural Future places a strong emphasis on remote working hubs as a catalyst to rejuvenate rural towns. Providing better access to and from these towns is an important component of making this work. Connecting Ireland will ensure that changes to the pattern of work attendance can be achieved sustainably by providing better public transport at local level and interchange at hubs for onward travel to those living and working in rural areas.
Covid-19 has presented one of the largest challenges faced by public transport in recent memory. As we look forward and the sector begins to recover we know it might ordinarily take some time before pre-pandemic levels of usage are regained. However, the urgent requirement to contribute to national policy objectives on emissions reduction and sustainable development means we must expedite this recovery as quickly as possible. Connecting Ireland is our clear and ambitious plan to accelerate this recovery and indeed reach even higher levels of public transport use by extending the coverage of the network and improving its effectiveness in meeting new and changing demands for transport.
From 2012 to 2019 patronage on public transport services grew by 40%. Additional patronage growth also occurred on Rural Transport services known as TFI Local Link, which carried 2.5m passengers at its peak.
The annual patronage rises from 210 million in 2012 to 226 million in 2015, 251 million in 2017, up to 290 million in 2019.
As part of the Connecting Ireland initiative, the NTA completed a comprehensive assessment of the existing network of regular public transport services operating across the country on a county-by-county basis. This has given us a clear understanding of how well the public transport network currently serves our towns and villages in terms of service levels at certain times of the day and days of the week. It has also helped us to clearly identify the issues such as gaps in the network where the option to use public transport is not available.
Ireland is not densely populated. Outside the major urban centres, Ireland's settlement pattern is distributed in a highly dispersed manner. Therefore, it is difficult to cost-effectively organise public transport services to cater to everyone's needs. In very isolated rural areas, the demand for travel may be so low as to preclude the provision of traditional bus services. These needs may be more readily met by innovative means, such as demand responsive services, local hackney services or community car schemes. Other factors complicating the delivery of effective public transport in rural Ireland include the trend of an aging population who often suffer diminished mobility and the trend amongst the younger segment of the population to leave rural areas to pursue employment and education opportunities in towns and cities.
The existing Rural Transport Programme, TFI Local Link, brings essential connectivity across the country. It provides access to everyday services, leisure facilities, education and tourist destinations to both Irish residents and visitors from abroad. Connecting Ireland will significantly leverage the benefits already brought by the Rural Transport Programme.
Some examples of recent success include...
Route 363, Tallow to Dungarvan is the most used route in the entire Local Link network. Connecting Tallow, Lismore and Cappoquin to Dungarvan the service carried over 67,000 passengers in 2019. The route continues to grow in popularity with usage recovering following the relaxation of Covid restrictions on public transport this year.
Routes C1, C2 and C3 all operate in and out of Cavan town linking outlying villages and smaller towns to key destinations within the town. This includes buses serving Cavan Institute, Cavan General Hospital, the town centre and the interurban bus station. By providing good public transport connections to and around Cavan Town, we help it to fulfil its function as the county’s economic driver. In 2019 the route network carried a combined 77,000 passengers.
BusConnects is our programme to greatly improve bus services in Irish cities. In addition to cities, the NTA is planning to develop local town bus networks in some of the large towns across the country, for example, Drogheda, Navan, Kilkenny City, Carlow Town, and others. The Authority takes the opportunity wherever demand is identified and funding is provided to improve the public transport service in such towns.
Now, with Connecting Ireland's focus on developing rural and interurban services, the Authority has a complete suite of plans to ensure that there is an integrated public transport network to better link towns and cities together and to provide local connectivity for rural areas opening up access to the wider public transport network.
While the Connecting Ireland service improvements will be led by the NTA, local authorities play a key role in authorising new bus stopping places, providing roadside turning and regulatory facilities, improving access to rail and interurban station forecourts, prioritising access by bus to town and village centres and working with us to promote and market the use of public transport. This is just a few examples of what it takes to make public transport work and it will take a concerted effort by many agencies to work toward the objective of positioning public transport as the transport mode of choice.
To measure the connectivity provided by the existing public transport network we used a simple approach.
Effective public transport must provide adequate connections between places people want to go. To measure connectivity, we devised a settlement typology of six different types itemised below. We placed every settlement, as defined by the Central Statistics Office in Census 2016, into a category in the typology, based on the range of services on offer in each type of place. This provides a clear way to understand at what level connections are provided by current public transport services, and where gaps may exist. The settlement types we identified are:
The sixth category we have termed 'dispersed development' which includes all other housing situated outside established settlements for example small clusters of housing and one off houses in the countryside. We analysed the public transport network to see if it provided good connections to where people want to go.
Just because a bus route passes through a place does not necessarily mean it provides a good level of service. The travelling public has many different requirements. While it is next to impossible to meet every single requirement, we devised a method to ensure that a much higher proportion of total need can be met by defining connectivity and by measuring changes in that under different service scenarios.
A member of the public may ask the following questions:
A member of the public may ask: How long does it take to get there?
A member of the public may ask the following questions:
A member of the public may ask the following questions:
We estimated acceptable journey times for trips between different types of settlement. The broad assumption here is the more a place has to offer the more time you are willing to spend travelling there and the more time you would want to spend there before making a return journey.
Note that the times shown above include interchange waiting time based on one interchange per trip or 2 per return journey.
Analysis is based on the 2019 Public Transport Network.
The current TFI public transport network provides a good level of spatial coverage outside of the cities. 41% of the population live within 400 metres of a route or service that allows a minimum of at least 3 return trips every weekday allowing people to get somewhere by public transport at different times of the day for a range of reasons, and not just for work and education purposes.
However some 26% (1,215,436) of the population are either not served at all, or are served by a limited level of public transport service. This means in some cases that a commute to work or education by public transport is simply not possible. The objective of Connecting Ireland is to reduce the incidence of this by connecting more people to more places more often.
Our analysis has helped us to pinpoint what types of settlement are well connected and where the gaps are. Local Centres and County Towns are well connected to Cities and Regional Centres. In the future, these settlements will have an obvious function as transport hubs which will be better integrated with routes that serve smaller settlements.
The results for villages are more mixed with 2 in 5 villages not connected to their nearby bigger town. Our analysis also shows that across counties there is some variety in the levels of connectivity. Some of this can be explained by the local geography but in some cases the disparity in service is due to missing elements in the public transport network.
Ireland has a dispersed settlement pattern. Some 30% of the Irish population live outside established towns and villages in one off houses or 'ribbon' development along main roads radiating out from towns. This means just 44% people live within 15 minute walk of a bus stop in rural areas (Source: National Household Travel Survey 2017). This dispersed settlement pattern means conventional fixed-route services will not work as well as other types of more flexible transport services. We will need innovative solutions to meet the needs of people who live in places that are too remote for regular services to serve them.
Lack of weekend, evening and mid-day services within the existing network can lead to a mismatch between service coverage and customer demand. Poorly aligned timetables can result in lack of co-ordination with the work and school day as well as limiting access to connecting services. Service enhancements proposed under Connecting Ireland aim to tackle such issues.
The transport sector is one of the largest contributors to Ireland's carbon emissions. Our reliance on the car to get around is the key reason for this. 7 out of every 10 trips undertaken in Ireland is by car, to make matters worse, half of short trips under 2km in length are made by car. We need to change our habitual travel behaviour, leave the car at home more often and commute by alternative means. Without a change in the right direction we will continue to experience traffic congestion on journeys to, from and within our towns and cities and all the associated damaging impacts on our rapidly changing climate.
COVID-19 has impacted all aspects of Irish society. It has presented an unprecedented challenge to public transport. During different phases of the pandemic, capacity of all services were effectively halved for long periods to adhere to guidance on social distancing. Despite this, public transport played an important role to ensure essential workers in particular continued to get to work.
In some areas, the service was re-purposed to transport food and supplies to remote parts of the community, to reduce the need for people, particularly vulnerable people, to travel.
While we can't predict the future, we know societal changes are underway. There are fundamental changes predicted to the pattern of attendance at work, which in turn may stimulate relocation decisions for some. Demand for transport is linked to economic activity, and as Ireland's economy recovers, we must make sure public transport is front and centre in our investment decisions to ensure that the recovery is sustainable.
To supplement our own analysis, a series of workshops were held with Local Authorities and national agencies. The workshops were held online or 'virtually' because of restrictions imposed by the pandemic. The focus of these workshops was to gain a better understanding of the factors influencing demand for travel at a local, regional and national level. These took place during late 2020 and early 2021. In total, 45 sessions were held over the period. Some of the key themes that emerged from this workshops are listed below...
Settlements have different functions and these drive the level of demand for travel to and from them. Some towns are 'destinations' with local, regional and national catchments and are more 'self-sustaining' such as Clifden or Killlarney. Others are more dormitory in nature, for example Dunmore East or Dunboyne, with residents reliant on travel to other 'destination' towns to access a greater range of services. Understanding these functions and how they are planned to change in the future is an essential component in public transport network design.
Making connections between public transport services is difficult or not possible due to the poor integration of timetables. This limits the range of services accessible to someone using public transport. In other cases arrival and departure times of services are not convenient, a bus service might arrive into a large town too late for those working a typical 9 to 5 working day. Alternatively the bus might arrive too early or leave too late for someone wanting to make a trip into town to meet friends or go shopping in the middle of the day. These factors can limit the usefulness and attractiveness of public transport.
Work and education trips account for approximately half of all trips made on a daily basis. Public transport must be available for other trip purposes such as shopping, socialising or accessing local services such as healthcare. Public transport also has an increasingly important role to play in supporting local tourism. It can open up opportunities to travel the country more widely and help retain the economic benefits of tourism in local areas compared to traditional day trip coach tours.
The quality of rail services is important to a county's mobility, in particular attracting travellers, especially long distance travellers, to switch from car. The current rail network could be greater utilised to provide an attractive public transport alternative. This could include earlier morning and later departures into cities and key towns and re-opening disused stations and building new ones on existing lines. Better integration with bus services to distribute rail users within towns is also required as rail stations are often not located adjacent to where people want to go within a town.
A collaborative, partnership approach to public transport network planning is a principle underpinning Connecting Ireland. The extensive engagement undertaken to inform the plan has generated valuable discourse and demonstrated the value of a collaborative approach. As the country moves on from the pandemic, new transport patterns and trends will emerge. These could include the shift to more remote working hubs, increased importance of local tourism and re-imaging of urban spaces to prioritise people over car traffic. Early sharing of information on these developments will be important to ensure public transport enhancements can be planned in advance and rolled out when needed.
We will apply a range of principles and standards to develop the network, including:
The above principles will help guide improvements to fixed route bus services. In sparsely populated, dispersed settlements fixed routes will not be an appropriate solution and we will therefore need to tailor our approach. This can be achieved in several ways including expansion of the DRT network and utilising innovative approaches to improve public transport connectivity in these areas. The overall aim is to connect outlying areas with their nearest town at times of the day and week that are useful to most residents.
We have included the example of the Iveragh Peninsula in Co Kerry to explain how we have analysed the network and propose to improve it during our Connecting Ireland programme of work.
The 'before' map helps to show the connections the current network provides. It shows how well connected the key town of Killarney is. Rail and bus links the town to a wide area including Kenmare and Cahersiveen. It also shows where the networks gaps are. For example the villages of Portmagee and Sneem on the Ring of Kerry are not connected by regular public transport services. Similarly there are a string of villages to the north east of Killarney which do not have a regular service. This means people who live here or wish to visit here have no option to travel there by public transport.
The map shows the following main routes:
The map is for illustrative purposes only, actual service enhancements may differ. The main proposed changes are outlined below.
To address these gaps Connecting Ireland proposes an overhaul of the existing network. Proposed improvements we are seeking your feedback on include:
Connecting Ireland proposes a series of new public transport routes and improvements to existing ones. We have developed these proposals together as part of an integrated plan for a better public transport network across the country. We want to get your views on the design principles that we have applied in our plan and we will be running a public consultation on Connecting Ireland beginning late 2021.
In the appendix to this report you will find our proposals presented on a county by county basis. This material along with other supporting information can be found on our website here you will also find a link to our online survey which will allow you to comment on our proposals.
On the following pages you will find more information on the Connecting Ireland proposals. For ease of reference we have presented these on a county by county basis. For each county you will find a map showing the existing public transport network. These existing network maps show all fixed route, regular scheduled services that run at least every weekday all year round through the county. You will also find a proposed public transport map. This shows how Connecting Ireland proposes to improve public transport in the county. To accompany this map we have also included a table which provides detailed information about each of our proposals.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Portlaoise with Wexford | Athy, Carlow, Balon, Kildavin, Bunclody, Enniscorthy and other places en route | This is a new corridor, parts of this corridor are currently served by route 73 and route 376. A better integration of these routes is proposed with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 13 | Dublin with Waterford | Carlow, Leighlinbridge, Muine Bheag, Thomastown and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 4, X4, 600 and 736 a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose more frequent all-stop services on this corridor and better integration of the existing services. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services is proposed. |
| 14 | Dublin with Clonmel | Kilkenny, Callan, Leighlinbridge, and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 600 and 717. We propose more frequent services on this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours between Clonmel and Kilkenny. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 874 | Carlow with Knockananna | Kernanstown, Tullow, Baltinglass, Hacketstown and other places en route | We propose to extend route 874 from Hacketstown to Knockananna, with an increase in frequency. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 880 | Carlow with Naas | Castledermot, Ballitore, Kilcullen and other places en route | We propose to alter route 880 to serve Narraghmore and Calverstown. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 881 | Kilkenny with Graiguenamanagh | Goresbridge, Borris and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency of route 881 from Kilkenny to Graiguenamanagh. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 884 | Carlow with Sallins | Baltinglass, Blessington, Naas and other places en route | We propose to extend route 884 from Ballymore Eustace to Carlow. Minimum service of 4 return trips on weekdays and 3 return trips at weekends. |
| A62 | Carlow with New Ross | Leighlinbridge, Muine Bheag, Borris, Graiguenamanagh and other places en route | We propose a new route from Carlow to New Ross via Graiguenamanagh. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A67 | Carlow with Gorey | Fennagh, Bunclody, Clonegal, Killinerin, Myshall, Tinryland and other places en route | We propose a new route from Carlow to Gorey via Bunclody and Carnew. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A82 | Abbeyleix with Carlow | Ballinakill, The Swan, Clogh and other places en route | We propose a new route from Abbeyleix to Carlow. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 132 | Bunclody with Dublin | Tullow, Baltinglass, Blessington, Tallaght |
| 368 | Tullow with New Ross | Ballon, Bunclody, Enniscorthy and other places en route |
| 800 | Carlow with Arklow | Rathtoe, Tullow, Shillelagh and other places en route |
| 873 | Carlow with Kilkenny | Leignlinbridge, Muine Bheag, Paulstown and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Waterford | Carlow, Muine Bheag, Kilkenny and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | Athlone with Belfast | Longford, Edgeworthstown, Ballinagh, Cavan, Cootehill, Monaghan and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 24, 65, 70, 175, 270, 271 and 466. We propose more frequent services on this corridor and the integration of routes along the corridor to provide a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 26 | Ballina with Enniskillen | Enniscrone, Sligo, Manorhamilton, Blacklion and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by route 458. We propose to maintain the current level of service with a frequency of 2 hours. |
| 30 | Cavan with Dundalk | Bailieborough, Kingscourt, Carrickmacross and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by route 166. We propose more frequent services on this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 31 | Dublin with Donegal Town | Virginia, Cavan, Butlersbridge, Belturbet, Enniskillen and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 30, X30 and 109X. We propose to maintain the existing level of service and better integrate existing routes along the corridor to provide a minimum service frequency of 1 hour between Dublin and Cavan and 2 hours between Dublin and Donegal Town. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 108 | Kells with Cootehill | Mullagh, Bailieborough and other places en route | We propose to extend route 108 to from Bailieborough to Cootehill. Minimum service frequency of 4 return trips a day. |
| 187 | Kells with Cavan | Oldcastle, Virginia, Ballyjamesduff, Mount Nugent, Kilnaleck, Crosskeys and other places en route | We propose to reconfigure route 187 and extend it to Cavan Town. Minimum service of 4 return trips Monday to Friday and 3 return trips on Saturday and Sunday. |
| 564 | Carrick-on-Shannon with Enniskillen | Dromod, Mohill, Ballinamore, Corlough, Swanlinbar and other places en route | We propose to extend route 564 from Ballinamore to Enniskillen via Swanlinbar. Minimum service frequency of 5 return trips Monday to Saturday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 566 | Dowra with Sligo | Drumkeeran, Dromahair and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency on route 566. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| 572 | Sligo with Cavan | Riverstown, Drumshanbo, Ballinamore, Killeshandra and other places en route | We propose to integrate routes 572 and 929 to create a new route between Sligo, Drumshanbo and Cavan Town. Minimum service frequency of 4 return trips Monday to Saturday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 865 | Longford with Cavan | Granard, Aughnacliffe, Lough Gowna, Ballinagh and other places en route | We propose to extend route 865 from Granard to Cavan Town via Aughnacliffe and Lough Gowna. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day, additional evening services on Friday and Saturday. |
| 930 | Cavan with Enniskillen | Butlersbridge, Belturbet, Ballyconnell, Swanlinbar and other places en route | We propose to integrate routes 930 and 192 to create a new route between Enniskillen and Cavan Town via Swanlinbar and Ballyconnell, and to increase the frequency. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| 975 | Longford with Cavan | Drumlish, Arva and other places en route | We propose to alter route 975 to serve Melview. Minimum service frequency of 5 return trips Monday to Saturday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 111A | Mullingar with Cavan | Delvin, Granard, Ballinagh and other places en route | We propose to extend route 111A from Delvin to Mullingar. Minimum service frequency of 4 return trips Monday to Friday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 166A | Cavan with Carrickmacross | Cootehill, Shercock and other places en route | We propose a new route between Cavan and Carrickmacross via Cootehill and Shercock. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 107 | Kells with Navan | Kingscourt, Kilmainhamwood, Nobber and other places en route |
| 176 | Cavan with Monaghan | Ballyhaise, Clones, Newbliss, Threemilehouse and other places en route |
| 179 | Dublin with Cootehill | Navan, Nobber, Kingscourt and other places en route |
| C1 | Ballyhaise with Cavan | Butlersbridge and other places en route |
| C2 | Cavan with Ballinagh | Other places en route |
| C3 | Redhills with Cavan | Ballyhaise and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Galway with Cork | Oranmore, Ennis, Shannon, Limerick, Mallow and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 51, 251 and 300. We propose to provide additional services and a better integration of routes along this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 30 minutes. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 313 | Ballycannon with Limerick | Other places en route | We propose an increase in frequency of route 313 from Ballycannon to Limerick. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 333 | Ennis with Kilkee | Corofin, Ennistymon, Miltown Malbay and other places en route | We propose an increase in frequency of route 333 from Kilkee to Ennis. Minimum service of 4 return trips Monday to Saturday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 334 | Ennis with Milltown Malbay | Kilmaley and other places en route | We propose a new route from Ennis to Miltown Malbay via Kilmaley. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 337 | Ennis with Kilrush | Kiladysert, Killimer and other places en route | We propose an increase in frequency of route 337 from Ennis to Kilrush. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 345 | Scariff with Limerick | Killaloe, O’Briensbridge-Montpelier, Ardnacrusha and other places en route | We propose an increase in frequency of route 345 from Scarriff to Limerick. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 547 | Ballinasloe with Ennis | Portumna, Whitegate, Scariff, Feakle and other places en route | We propose an extension of route 547 from Portumna to Ennis via Whitegate, Scarriff and Feakle. Minimum service of 4 return trips a day. |
| 343A | Shannon with Limerick | Sixmilebridge, Cratloe and other places en route | We propose a new route from Shannon to Limerick via Sixmilebridge, replacing a variant of route 343. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A41 | Ennis with Dromineer | Kilmurry, O’Briensbridge-Montpelier, Killaloe, Ballina, Nenagh and other places en route | We propose a new route from Ennis to Dromineer via Broadford, Killaloe, Silvermines and Nenagh. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 335 | Ennis with Kilrush | Lissycasey, Kilmihil, Quilty, Doonbeg, Kilkee and other places en route |
| 336 | Ennis with Doonbeg | Lissycasey, Kilmihil, Kilrush, Kilkee and other places en route |
| 339 | Kilrush with Kilrush | Kilkee, Doonaha, Carrigaholt, Loop Head, Kilkee and other places en route |
| 343 | Limerick with Ennis | Bunratty, Shannon, Newmarket-on- Fergus and other places en route |
| 350 | Galway with Ennis | Oranmore, Ballyvaughan, Lisdoonvarna, Ennistymon, Inagh and other places en route |
| 343X | Limerick with Ennis | Newmarket-on-Fergus and other places en route |
| Train | Limerick with Galway | Sixmilebridge, Ennis, Gort, Athenry, Oranmore and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tralee with Cork | Farranfore, Killarney, Macroom and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by route 40. We propose more frequent services on this corridor. Minimim service frequency of 30 minutes. |
| 2 | Skibbereen with Cork | Clonakilty, Bandon and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 230 and 237. We propose more frequent services on this corridor and better integration of existing services. Minimum service frequency of 60 minutes. |
| 2A | Killarney with Skibbereen | Kenmare, Glengarriff, Bantry and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Parts of this corridor are currently served by routes 236 and 270. We propose the integration of these routes with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 6 | Cork with Waterford | Midleton, Youghal, Dungarvan and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 40, 260, 362 and 600. We propose more frequent services on this corridor and better integration of existing services. Minimum service frequency of 30 minutes. |
| 7 | Cork with Dublin | Fermoy, Mitchelstown, Cahir, Cashel and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 245X, 707 and 704X, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose a better integration of all existing services and more frequent all-stop services. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 8 | Galway with Cork | Oranmore, Ennis, Shannon, Limerick, Mallow and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 51 and 251. We propose more frequent services and better integration of existing services. Minimum service frequency of 30 minutes. |
| 9 | Mallow with Dungarvan | Fermoy, Tallow, Lismore and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Parts of this corridor are currently served by routes 363 and 364. We propose the integration of these routes with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 235 | Cork with Rylane | Tower, Courtbrack and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency of existing route 235 from Cork to Rylane. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 242 | Midleton with Mogeely / Ladysbridge | Castlemartyr and other places en route | We propose a new route from Midleton to Mogeely and Ladysbridge, replacing existing variants of route 260. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 248 | Cork with Glenville | Carrignavar, Whitechurch, Glenville and other places en route | We propose to improve the frequency on route 248. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day |
| 253 | Dunmanway with Kinsale | Clonakilty, Courtmacsharry, Kilbrittain, Ballinspittle and other places en route | We propose to extend route 253 from Clonakilty to Dunmanway. Minimum service of 5 return trips Monday to Saturday and 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 257 | Killarney with Kinsale | Millstreet, Macroom, Bandon and other places en route | We propose to extend route 257 from Macroom to Kinsale. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 328 | Limerick with Mitchelstown | Caherconlish, Ballylanders, Galbally and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency of existing route 328 from Limerick to Mitchelstown. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 521 | Newcastle West with Limerick Junction | Dromcolliher, Charleville, Kilmallock, Ballylanders, Tipperary and other places en route | We propose to extend route 521 from Charleville to Limerick Junction via Kilmallock and Tipperary. Minimum service of 6 return trips Monday to Saturday and 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 236A | Dursey with Kilcrohane | Castletownbere, Glengarriff, Bantry, Durrus and other places en route | We propose a new route from Dursey Sound to Kilcrohane, replacing an existing variant of route 236. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 237A | Mizen with Castletown-shend | Goleen, Schull, Ballydehob, Skibbereen and other places en route | We propose a new route from Mizen Head to Castletownshend, replacing existing variant of route 237. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 237B | Baltimore with Union Hall | Skibbereen and other places en route | We propose a new route from Baltimore to Union Hall, replacing an existing variant of route 237. Minimum level of service of 5 return trips Monday to Friday, 3 return trips on Saturday and Sunday. | 240A | Midleton with Ballycotton | Cloyne, Shanagarry and other places en route | We propose a new route from Midleton to Ballycotton, replacing existing route 240. Minimum service of 4 return trips Monday to Saturday and 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 240B | Midleton with Trabolgan | Saleen, Aghada, Whitegate and other places en route | We propose a new route from Midleton to Whitegate and Trabolgan, replacing an existing route 241. Minimum service of 9 return trips Monday to Saturday and 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 243A | Grenagh with Mallow | Bweeng, Dromohane and other places en route | We propose a new route from Grenagh to Mallow via Bweeng, replacing an existing variant of route 243. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 243B | Mallow with Charleville | Doneraile, Buttevant, Churchtown, Freemount, Domina and other places en route | We propose a new route from Mallow to Charleville via Doneraile and Freemount, replacing an existing variant of route 243. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A51 | Killarney with Mallow | Kilcummin, Rathmore, Boherbue, Kanturk and other places en route | We propose a new route from Killarney to Mallow via Rathmore and Kanturk. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A84 | Mallow with Mitchelstown | Shanballymore, Kildorrery and other places en route | We propose a new route from Mallow to Mitchelstown. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 226 | Cork with Kinsale | Cork Airport, Riverstick, Belgooly and other places en route |
| 229 | Cork with Bantry | Drimoleague, Dunmanway, Bandon and other places en route |
| 231, 286 | Cork with Ardgroom | Glengariff, Castletownbere, Eyeries and other places en route |
| 233 | Cork with Macroom | Kilumney, Cloghduv, Crookstown and other places en route |
| 236 | Cork with GlengariffBandon, Dunmanway, Drimoleague, Bantry and other places en route | |
| 239 | Cork with Lislevane | Bandon, Timoleague, Courtmacsharry and other places en route |
| 243 | Cork with Newmarket | Mallow, Kanturk and other places en route |
| 245 | Clonmel with Cork | Clogheen, Mitchelstown, Fermoy, Rathcormac and other places en route |
| 254 | Bandon with Bandon | Innishannon, Kinsale, Ballinspittle, Kilbrittain and other places en route |
| 520 | Ballyorgan with Doneraile | Kilmallock, Charleville and other places en route |
| 245C | Mitchelstown with Fermoy | Kildorrery, Glanworth and other places en route |
| Train | Cork with Dublin | Mallow, Charleville, Limerick Junction, Thurles, Portlaoise and other places en route |
| Train | Cork with Midleton/Cobh | Little Island, Glounthaune, Carrigtwohill / Fota and other places en route |
| Train | Cork with Tralee | Mallow, Millstreet, Rathmore, Killarney, Farranfore and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | Dublin with Donegal Town | Virginia, Cavan, Belturbet, Enniskillen, Ballyshannon and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 30 and X30. We propose to maintain the existing level of service and better integrate routes along the corridor to provide a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 34 | Sligo with Derry / Londonderry | Bundoran, Ballyshannon, Donegal, Ballybofey, Letterkenny and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 64, 480 and 964. We propose more frequent services on this corridor and a better integration of existing services. A minimum service frequency of 1 hour is proposed. |
| 36A | Dublin with Letterkenny | Dublin Airport, Monaghan, Omagh, Strabane, Lifford and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 32 and 932. We propose to maintain the existing level of service and better integrate routes along the corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 293 | Donegal with Glencolmcille | Mountcharles, Killybegs, Kilcar, Carrick and other places en route | We propose to integrate routes 293 and 490 between Glencolmcille and Donegal Town. Minimum service of 7 return trips Monday to Saturday, 4 return trips on Sunday. |
| 487 | Letterkenny with Strabane | Drumkeen, Convoy, Ballindrait, Lifford and other places en route | We propose to alter route 487 to serve Ballindrait. Minimum service of 6 return trips Monday to Saturday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 567 | Ballyshannon with Carrick-on-Shannon | Bundoran, Kinlough, Manorhamilton, Drumkeeran, Drumshanbo, Leitrim and other places en route | We propose to intregrate routes 567, 567A, 983 and 983A to create a continuous route between Carrick-on-Shannon, Drumshanbo, Manorhamilton and Ballyshannon. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day along the full route, additional services between Carrick-on-Shannon and Drumshanbo and between Kinlough and Ballyshannon. |
| 953 | Letterkenny with Greencastle | Bridgend, Muff, Quigley’s Point, Moville and other places en route | We propose to extend route 953 from Moville to Greencastle. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 956 | Derry / Londonderry with Buncrana | Bridgend, Burnfoot, Fahan and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency of existing route 956 from Buncrana to Derry / Londonderry. Minimum service frequency of 1 hour is proposed. |
| 992 | Dungloe with Crolly | Burtonport, Donegal Airport, Annagry and other places en route | We propose to extend route 992 to serve Ranafast and increase its frequency. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 194 | Bundoran with Enniskillen | Ballyshannon, Belleek, Pettigo and other places en route |
| 271 | Burtonport with Letterkenny | Dungloe, Loughanure, Crolly and other places en route |
| 288 | Ballybofey with Derry / Londonderry | Killygordon, Castlefin, Lifford, St. Johnston and other places en route |
| 290 | Ballybofey with Letterkenny | Killygordon, Castlefin, Raphoe and other places en route |
| 292 | Donegal with Ballyshannon | Laghey, Ballintra, Rossnowlagh and other places en route |
| 300 | Fanad with Letterkenny | Portsalon, Carrowkeel, Rathmullan, Ramelton and other places en route |
| 480 | Derry / Londonderry with Sligo | Letterkenny, Ballybofey / Stranorlar, Donegal Town, Ballyshannon, Bundoran and other places en route |
| 491 | Letterkenny with Ballybofey | Drumkeen and other places en route |
| 492 | Donegal with Dungloe | Killybegs, Ardara, Glenties and other places en route |
| 494 | Strabane with Ballybofey | Lifford, Castlefin, Killygordon and other places en route |
| 931 | Annagry with Belfast | Bunbeg, Falcarragh, Dunfanaghy, Letterkenny, Derry / Londonderry and other places en route |
| 932 | Annagry with Dublin | Crolly, Letterkenny, Ardee and other places en route |
| 933 | Moville with Dublin | Buncrana, Derry / Londonderry, Monaghan, Ardee and other places en route |
| 951 | Carndonagh with Letterkenny | Ballyliffin, Buncrana, Burnfoot, Bridgend and other places en route |
| 952 | Moville with Derry / Londonderry | Gleneely, Culdaff, Malin Town, Carndonagh, Quigleys Point and other places en route |
| 954 | Carndonag with Malin Head | Malin Town and other places en route |
| 955 | Buncrana with Carndonagh | Clonmany, Ballyliffin and other places en route |
| 957 | Greencastle with Derry / Londonderry | Moville, Quigleys Point, Muff and other places en route |
| 961 | Crolly with Letterkenny | Annagry, Keadue, Burtonport, Dungloe and other places en route |
| 964 | Crolly with Galway | Letterkenny, Donegal, Sligo, Claremorris and other places en route |
| 965 | Meenlaragh with Letterkenny | Falcarragh, Dunfanaghy, Creeslough, Kilmacrennan and other places en route |
| 966 | Falcarragh with Dungloe | Gortahork, Brinlack, Bunbeg, Crolly, Loughnaure and other places en route |
| 974 | Glen with Letterkenny | Downings, Carrigart, Milford, Ramelton and other places en route |
| 982 | Sligo with Ballyshannon | Cliffoney, Mullaghmore, Bundoran and other places en route |
| 988 | Cloghan with Letterkenny | Stranorlar, Convoy and other places en route |
| 989 | Carrigans with Letterkenny | St. Johnston, Dromore and other places en route |
| 993 | Carrigart with Downings | Downings, Dooey, Glebe and other places en route |
| 994 | Portnoo with Donegal | Kilcooney, Ardara, Ardaghey and other places en route |
| 1426 | Stranorlar with Derry / Londonderry | Convoy, Raphoe, St. Johnston and other places en route |
| 1a | Derry / Londonderry | Muff Troy Park, Heathfield, Culmore Road and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Cork with Dublin | Mitchelstown, Cahir, Cashel and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 245X, 707 and 704X, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose a better integration of all existing services and more frequent all-stop services. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 11 | Wexford with Dublin | Enniscorthy, Gorey, Arklow, Wicklow and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 2, 133, 133B, 133X, 740 and 740A. We propose a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 30 minutes is proposed between Wexford and Dublin and between Wicklow and Dublin. |
| 13 | Dublin with Waterford | Carlow, Muine Bheag, Thomastown and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 4, X4, 600 and 736 a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose more frequent all-stop services on this corridor and better integration of the existing services. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services is proposed. |
| 14 | Dublin with Clonmel | Kilkenny, Callan and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 600 and 717. We propose more frequent services on this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours between Clonmel and Kilkenny. |
| 17 | Limerick with Dublin | Nenagh, Roscrea, Portlaoise and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 300, 712X and 735, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose a better integration of all existing services and more frequent all-stop services. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 23 | Galway with Dublin | Oranmore, Loughrea, Ballinasloe, Athlone and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 660, 706X, 720, 760, 761 and 763, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 27A | Ballina with Dublin | Foxford, Charlestown, Longford, Mullingar and other places en route | The 27A/27B corridor is currently served by routes 22 and 23. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Ballina and Dublin and between Sligo and Dublin. In our proposal, routes 27A and 27B combine to provide an hourly frequency between Longford and Dublin. |
| 27B | Sligo with Dublin | Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Longford, Mullingar and other places en route | The 27A/27B corridor is currently served by routes 22 and 23. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Ballina and Dublin and between Sligo and Dublin. In our proposal, routes 27A and 27B combine to provide an hourly frequency between Longford and Dublin. |
| 31 | Donegal Town with Dublin | Ballyshannon, Enniskillen, Cavan, Kells, Navan and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 30, X30, 109X and NX. We propose to maintain the existing level of service and better integrate routes along the corridor to provide a minimum service frequency of 2 hours between Donegal and Dublin, 60 minutes between Cavan and Dublin and 30 minutes between Navan and Dublin. |
| 36A | Dublin with Letterkenny | Ardee, Monaghan, Omagh, Strabane and other places en route | The 36A/36B corridor is currently served by routes X3, 32, 180, 932 and 933, 980A. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Letterkenny and Dublin and between Derry / Londonderry and Dublin. In our proposal routes 36A and 36B will combine to provide a 60 minute frequency between Strabane and Dublin. |
| 36B | Dublin with Derry / Londonderry | Ardee, Monaghan, Omagh, Strabane and other places en route | The 36A/36B corridor is currently served by routes X3, 32, 180, 932 and 933, 980A. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Letterkenny and Dublin and between Derry / Londonderry and Dublin. In our proposal routes 36A and 36B will combine to provide a 60 minute frequency between Strabane and Dublin. |
| 39 | Belfast with Dublin | Newry, Dundalk, Drogheda and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes X1, X2A, X5, 100X, 400, 705X and 900 to 904, all of which are express services. We propose to better integrate routes along the corridor. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 192 | Balbriggan with Swords | Stamullen, Oldtown and other places en route | We propose a new route between Balbriggan and Swords, part of which is served by route 192. Minimum service frequency of 4 return trips Monday to Friday, 6 return trips on Saturday, 5 return trips on Sunday. |
| 195 | Ashbourne with Balbriggan | Oldtown, Ballyboghil, Naul and other places en route | We propose to amend route 195 to serve Ballymadun. Minimum service frequency of 6 return trips Monday to Saturday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 33, 33A, 33X | Dublin with Balbriggan | Dublin Airport, Swords, Lusk, Rush, Skerries and other places en route |
| 101, 101X | Dublin with Drogheda | Dublin Airport, Swords, Balbriggan, Julianstown and other places en route |
| 191 | Stamullen with Dublin | Gormanstown, Balbriggan, Balrothery and other places en route |
| 197 | Swords with Ashbourne | Rowlestown and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Galway with Cork | Oranmore, Ennis, Shannon, Limerick, Mallow and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 51, 251 and 434. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 30 minutes. |
| 20 | Galway with Letterfrack | Moycullen, Rosscahill, Oughterard, Maam Cross, Clifden and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 419 and 923. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 1 hour between Galway and Clifden. |
| 21 | Castlebar with Galway | Westport, Ballinrobe, Headford, Corrandulla, Cloonboo and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by route 456. We propose more frequent services on this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 22A | Ballina with Galway | Castlebar, Milltown, Tuam, Annaghdown, Claregalway and other places en route | The 22A/22B corridor is currently served by routes 52, 64, 430 and 964. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 1 hour is proposed between Balina and Galway and between Sligo and Galway. In our proposal routes 22A and 22B will combine to provide a 22B Sligo Galway 30 minute frequency between Tuam and Galway. |
| 22B | Sligo with Galway | Tobercurry, Ireland West Airport Knock, Ballyhaunis / Claremorris, Tuam and other places en route | The 22A/22B corridor is currently served by routes 52, 64, 430 and 964. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 1 hour is proposed between Balina and Galway and between Sligo and Galway. In our proposal routes 22A and 22B will combine to provide a 22B Sligo Galway 30 minute frequency between Tuam and Galway. |
| 23 | Galway with Dublin | Oranmore, Loughrea, Ballinasloe, Athlone and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 660, 706X, 720, 760, 761 and 763, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 40 | Galway with Longford | Claregalway, Moylough, Mountbellew, Roscommon, Lanesborough and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 425, 433 and 467. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 423 | Westport with Clifden | Leenane, Kylemore, Letterfrack and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency on route 423 from Clifton to Westport. Minimum service of 5 return trips a day. |
| 424 | Galway with Maam Cross | Barna, Furbogh, Spiddal, Rossaveal, Carraroe and other places en route | We propose to extend some services on route 424 from Carraroe to Maam Cross with a minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 440 | Athlone with Westport | Roscommon, Castlerea, Ireland West Airport Knock, Charlestown, Castlebar and other places en route | We propose to alter route 440 to serve Turlough. Minimum service of 4 return trips Monday to Saturday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 547 | Ballinasloe with Ennis | Portumna, Whitegate, Scariff, Feakle and other places en route | We propose to extend route 547 from Portumna to Ennis via Whitegate, Scarriff and Feakle. Minimum service of 4 return trips a day. |
| 934 | Gort with Loughrea | Peterswell, Castledaly, Kilchreest and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency of route 934 from Gort to Loughrea. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 1583 | Galway with Nenagh | Oranmore, Loughrea, Portumna, Borrisokane and other places en route | We propose a new route from Galway to Nenagh via Loughrea, Portumna and Borrisokane, replacing existing route 1583. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 419A | Clifden with Roundstone | Ballyconneely and other places en route | We propose a new route between Clifden and Roundstone. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 425A | Galway with Mountbellew | Monivea and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency of route 425A from Galway to Mountbellew via Monivea. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A78 | Athlone with Roscommon | Ballyforan, Ballygar, Athleague and other places en route | We propose a new route from Athlone to Roscommon via Ballygar. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A79 | Ballinasloe with Castlerea | Ahascragh, Mountbellew, Moylough, Glenamaddy and other places en route | We propose a new route from Ballinasloe to Castlerea via Moylough. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 350 | Galway with Ennis | Oranmore, Ballyvaughan, Lisdoonvarna, Ennistymon, Inagh and other places en route |
| 404 | Galway with Oranmore | Other places en route |
| 414 | Barna with Galway | Other places en route |
| 417 | Galway with Ballinastack | Castlegar, Claregalway, Corofin and other places en route |
| 418 | Athenry with Galway | Other places en route |
| 422 | Castlebar with Headford | Ballintubber, Ballinrobe, Cong, Glencorrib and other places en route |
| 427 | Dunmore with Galway | Tuam, Cloonmore, Moneen, Claregalway, Castlegar and other places en route |
| 428 | Milltown with Galway | Tuam, Cloonmore, Corofin, Claregalway, Castlegar and other places en route |
| 548 | Ballinasloe with Loughrea | Kilconnell, Cappatagle, Kilreekil and other places en route |
| 847 | Portumna with Dublin | Birr, Tullamore, Kilbeggan, Enfield, Maynooth and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Galway | Tullamore, Athlone, Ballinasloe and other places en route |
| Train | Galway with Limerick | Oranmore, Athenry, Gort, Ennis, Sixmilebridge and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tralee with Cork | Farranfore, Killarney, Macroom and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by route 40. We propose more frequent services on this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 30 minutes. |
| 2A | Killarney with Skibbereen | Kenmare, Glengariff, Bantry and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Parts of this corridor are currently served by routes 236 and 270. We propose the integration of these routes with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 3A | Limerick with Killarney | Adare, Newcastle West, Abbeyfeale, Listowel and other places en route | The 3A/3B corridor is currently served by routes 13, 14 and 300. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 1 hour is proposed between Limerick and Tralee and between Limerick and Killarney. In our proposal, routes 3A and 3B will combine to provide a 30 minutefrequency between Limerick and Abbeyfeale. |
| 3B | Limerick with Tralee | Adare, Newcastle West, Abbeyfeale, Castleisland, Farranfore and other places en route | The 3A/3B corridor is currently served by routes 13, 14 and 300. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 1 hour is proposed between Limerick and Tralee and between Limerick and Killarney. In our proposal, routes 3A and 3B will combine to provide a 30 minutefrequency between Limerick and Abbeyfeale. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 257 | Killarney with Kinsale | Millstreet, Macroom, Bandon and other places en route | We propose to extend route 257 from Macroom to Kinsale. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 273 | Tralee with Castlegregory | Other places en route | We propose a new route from Castlegregory to Tralee. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 274 | Tarbert with Killorglin | Ballybunion, Ballyheigue, Tralee, Castlemaine, Milltown and other places en route | We propose to integrate routes 274 and 279 to create a new route from Ballybunion to Killorglin via Ballyheigue and Tralee. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day along the full route with additional services between Tralee and Killorglin to match the frequency of the existing route. |
| 278 | Fenit with Kerry Airport | Spa, Tralee, Castleisland and other places en route | We propose to integrate routes 271 and 278 to create a new route from Fenit to Kerry Airport via Tralee and Castleisland. Minimum service of 4 return trips Monday to Saturday and 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 280 | Killarney with Killarney | Killorglin, Caherciveen, Waterville, Sneem, Kenmare and other places en route | We propose a new two-way Ring of Kerry loop, replacing existing routes 279A and 285. Minimum service of 5 return trips a day. |
| 283 | Tralee with Currans | Fieries, Farranfore, Kerry Airport and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency of route 283 from Currans to Tralee. Minimum service of 4 return trips a day. |
| 314 | Limerick with Ballybunion | Mungret, Askeaton, Foynes, Tarbert, Listowel and other places en route | We propose to extend route 314 from Foynes to Ballybunion via Tarbert and Listowel. Minimum service of 6 return trips a day. |
| 287A | Caherciveen with Knightstown | Portmagee and other places en route | We propose an increase in frequency of route 287A from Caherciveen to Knightstown. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A51 | Killarney with Mallow | Kilcummin, Rathmore, Boherbue, Kanturk and other places en route | We propose a new route from Killarney to Mallow via Rathmore and Kanturk. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A87 | Abbeyfeale with Newcastle West | Brosna, Mountcollins, Toornafulla and other places en route | We propose a new route from Abbeyfeale to Newcastle West via Mountcollins. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| B17 | Tarbert with Croom | Glin, Athea, Ardagh, Newcastle West, Ballingarry and other places en route | We propose a new route from Tarbert to Croom via Athea and Newcastle West. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 272 | Tralee with Ballybunion | Abbeydorney, Lixnaw, Listowel, Lisselton and other places en route |
| 275 | Tralee with Dingle | Annascaul and other places en route |
| 277 | Dingle with Dunquin | Ventry, Ballyferriter and other places en route |
| Train | Tralee with Dublin / Cork | Farranfore, Killarney, Rathmore, Mallow and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Cork with Dublin | Mitchelstown, Cahir, Cashel and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 245X, 707 and 704X, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose a better integration of all existing services and more frequent all-stop services. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 12 | Portlaoise with Wexford | Stradbally, Athy, Carlow, Ballon, Bunclody, Enniscorthy and other places en route | This is a new corridor, parts of this corridor are currently served by routes 73 and 376. We propose the better integration of these routes with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 13 | Dublin with Waterford | Carlow, Muine Bheag, Thomastown and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 4, X4, 600 and 736 a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose more frequent all-stop services on this corridor and better integration of the existing services. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services is proposed. |
| 14 | Dublin with Clonmel | Kilkenny, Callan and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by route 600 and 717. We propose more frequent services on this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours between Clonmel and Kilkenny. |
| 17 | Limerick with Dublin | Nenagh, Roscrea, Portlaoise and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 300, 712X and 735, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose a better integration of all existing services and more frequent all-stop services. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 23 | Galway with Dublin | Oranmore, Loughrea, Ballinasloe, Athlone and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 660, 706X, 720, 760, 761 and 763, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 27A | Ballina with Dublin | Foxford, Charlestown, Longford, Mullingar and other places en route | The 27A/27B corridor is currently served by routes 22 and 23. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Ballina and Dublin and between Sligo and Dublin. In our proposal, routes 27A and 27B combine to provide an hourly frequency between Longford and Dublin. |
| 27B | Sligo with Dublin | Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Longford, Mullingar and other places en route | The 27A/27B corridor is currently served by routes 22 and 23. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Ballina and Dublin and between Sligo and Dublin. In our proposal, routes 27A and 27B combine to provide an hourly frequency between Longford and Dublin. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 183 | Sallins with Arklow | Naas, Blessington, Wicklow, Rathdrum and other places en route | We propose a new route from Sallins to Arklow via Naas, Blessington, Glendalough, Wicklow and Rathdrum, replacing routes 183 and 133L. Minimum service frequency of 4 return trips Monday to Saturday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| A31 | Mullingar with Portlaoise | Kinnegad, Edenderry, Mountmellick and other places en route | We propose a new route from Portlaoise to Mullingar via Mountmellick, Portarlington, Edenderry and Kinnegad. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| A33 | Newbridge with Naas | Milltown, Kilmeague, Prosperous, Caragh and other places en route | We propose a new route from Newbridge to Naas via Kilmeague, Allenwood and Caragh. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| 880 | Carlow with Naas | Castledermot, Calverstown, Kilcullen and other places en route | We propose to alter route 880 to serve Narraghmore and Calverstown. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 884 | Sallins with Carlow | Blessington, Ballymore Eustace, Baltinglass and other places en route | We propose a new route from Carlow to Sallins via Castledermot, Baltinglass, Blessington and Naas. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 65 | Dublin with Ballyknockan / Ballymore Eustace | Tallaght, Blessington and other places en route |
| 115 | Mullingar with Dublin | Kinnegad, Enfield, Kilcock, Maynooth and other places en route |
| 120 | Edenderry with Dublin | Clane and other places en route |
| 120C | Tullamore with Enfield | Edenderry and other places en route |
| 120X | Edenderry with Dublin | Clane and other places en route |
| 125 | Newbridge with Dublin | Naas, Johnstown and other places en route |
| 126 | Rathangan with Dublin | Kildare, Newbridge, Naas and other places en route |
| 129 | Newbridge with Kilcullen | Athgarvan and other places en route |
| 130 | Athy with Dublin | Kilmead, Kilcullen, Twomilehouse, Naas and other places en route |
| 139 | Blanchardstown with Naas | Ongar, Leixlip, Maynooth, Clane, Sallins and other places en route |
| 717 | Clonmel with Dublin | Callan, Kilkenny, Naas and other places en route |
| 726 | Portlaoise with Dublin | Monasterevin, Kildare, Newbridge, Naas and other places en route |
| 737 | Naas with Dublin | Other places en route |
| 816 | Portarlington with Kildare | Monasterevin and other places en route |
| 817 | Kilkenny with Dublin | Castlecomer, Ballylinan, Athy, Naas and other places en route |
| 820 | Edenderry with Enfield | Carbury and other places en route |
| 826 | Monasterevin with Naas | Kildare, Newbridge and other places en route |
| 842 | Center Parcs with Dublin | Edgeworthstown, Rathowen, Ballinalack, Mullingar and other places en route |
| 846 | Clane with Naas | Sallins and other places en route |
| 883 | Athy with Newbridge | Kildangan, Walterstown, Kildare Village, Kildare and other places en route |
| 115C | Mullingar with Kilcock | Ballivor, Summerhill and other places en route |
| 120B, 120F | Newbridge with Dublin | Milltown, Clane, Straffan and other places en route |
| 126X | Dublin with Rathangan | Newbridge, Curragh, Milltown and other places en route |
| 845, 847 | Portumna / Birr with Dublin | Tullamore, Kinnegad, Enfield, Maynooth and other places en route |
| RN02 | Rathangan with Newbridge | Kildare and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Waterford | Newbridge, Kilkenny and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Galway | Kildare, Monasterevin, Tullamore and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Portlaoise | Newbridge, Kildare, Monasterevin and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Westport / Ballina | Tullamore, Athlone, Roscommon and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Limerick with Waterford | Tipperary, Cahir, Clonmel, Piltown and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 55, 347 and 355. We propose to provide additional services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 1 hour is proposed. |
| 7 | Cork with Dublin | Mitchelstown, Cahir, Cashel and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 245X, 707 and 704X, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose a better integration of all existing services and more frequent all-stop services. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 10 | Waterford with Rosslare Harbour | New Ross, Wexford and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes X4, 40, 340 and 372. We propose increased services on this corridor and a better integration of routes. A minimum service frequency of 1 hour is proposed between Waterford and Wexford and 2 hours between Wexford and Rosslare. |
| 13 | Dublin with Waterford | Carlow, Muine Bheag, Thomastown and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 4, X4, 600 and 736 a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose more frequent all-stop services on this corridor and better integration of the existing services. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services is proposed. |
| 14 | Dublin with Clonmel | Kilkenny, Callan, Kilsheelan and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 600 and 717. We propose more frequent services on this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours between Clonmel and Kilkenny. |
| 15 | Athlone with Kilkenny | Tullamore, Portlaoise, Durrow and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 73, 818 and 830. We propose increased services and a better integration of routes along this corridor to provide a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 42 | Limerick with Kilkenny | Thurles, Twomileborris, Urlingford and other places en route | This is a new corridor, parts of this corridor are currently served by routes 391 and 871. We propose a better integration of these routes with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 393 | Thurles with Clonmel | Urlingford, Fethard, Lisronagh and other places en route | We propose an increase in frequency of route 393 from Thurles to Clonmel via Fethard. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 812 | Thurles with Urlingford | Templetuohy, Johnstown and other places en route | We propose an increase in frequency of route 812 from Urlingford to Thurles. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 881 | Kilkenny with Graiguenamanagh | Gowran, Goresbridge, Borris and other places en route | We propose an increase in frequency of existing route 881 from Kilkenny to Graiguenamanagh. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 882 | Kilkenny with New Ross | Bennettsbridge, Thomastown, Inistiogue and other places en route | We propose an increase in frequency of existing route 882 from Kilkenny to New Ross. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A60 | Kilkenny with Waterford | Kells, Carrick-on-Suir, Portlaw and other places en route | We propose a new route from Kilkenny to Waterford via Kilmoganny, Piltown and Portlaw. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A62 | Carlow with New Ross | Leighlinbridge, Muine Bheag, Graiguenamanagh and other places en route | We propose a new route from Carlow to New Ross via Graiguenamanagh. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A82 | Abbeyleix with Carlow | Ballinakill, The Swan, Clogh and other places en route | We propose a new route from Abbeyleix to Carlow. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A89 | Cashel with Callan | Rosegreen, Fethard, Mullinahone and other places en route | We propose a new route from Cashel to Callan via Fethard. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A90 | Kilkenny with Waterford | Knocktopher, Ballyhale, Mullinavat and other places en route | We propose a new route from Kilkenny to Waterford via Knocktopher. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 370 | Waterford with Wexford | New Ross, Duncannon and other places en route |
| 617 | Waterford with Slieverue | Other places en route |
| 717 | Clonmel with Dublin | Kilkenny, Athy, Naas and other places en route |
| 817 | Kilkenny with Dublin | Castlecomer, Athy, Kilcullen, Naas and other places en route |
| 817C, 817E | Carrick-on-Suir with Callan | Grangemockler and other places en route |
| 828 | Cashel with Portlaoise | Horse & Jockey, Urlingford, Durrow, Abbeyleix and other places en route |
| 838 | Kilkenny with Mountmellick | Ballyragget, Castlecomer, Portlaoise and other places en route |
| 858 | Thurles with Portlaoise | Urlingford, Durrow, Abbeyleix and other places en route |
| 873 | Carlow with Kilkenny | Leighlinbridge, Muine Bheag, Paulstown and other places en route |
| 890 | Castlecomer with Kilkenny | Other places en route |
| 891 | Castlecomer with Kilkenny | Ballyragget and other places on route |
| Train | Dublin with Waterford | Newbridge, Kilkenny, Thomastown and other places en route |
| Train | Waterford with Limerick Junction | Carrick-on-Suir, Clonmel, Cahir, Tipperary and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Cork with Dublin | Mitchelstown, Cahir, Cashel and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 245X, 707 and 704X, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose a better integration of all existing services and more frequent all-stop services. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 12 | Portlaoise with Wexford | Stradbally, Athy , Carlow, Ballon, Bunclody, Enniscorthy and other places en route | This is a new corridor, parts of this corridor are currently served by routes 73 and 376. We propose the better integration of these routes with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 15 | Athlone with Kilkenny | Tullamore, Mountmellick, Portlaoise, Abbeyleix, Durrow and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 73, 818 and 830. We propose increased services and the better integration of routes along this corridor to provide a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 17 | Limerick with Dublin | Nenagh, Roscrea, Portlaoise and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 300, 712X and 735, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose a better integration of all existing services and more frequent all-stop services. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| A30 | Birr with Portlaoise | Kinnitty, Clonaslee, Mountmellick and other places en route | We propose a new route from Birr to Portlaoise via Kinnitty, Clonaslee and Mountmellick. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A31 | Mullingar with Portlaoise | Kinnegad, Edenderry, Portarlington, Mountmellick and other places en route | We propose a new route from Portlaoise to Mullingar via Mountmellick, Portarlington, Edenderry and Kinnegad. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A82 | Abbeyleix with Carlow | Ballinakill, The Swan, Clogh and other places en route | We propose a new route from Abbeyleix to Carlow. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 717 | Clonmel with Dublin | Kilkenny, Castlecomer, Athy, Kilcullen, Naas and other places en route |
| 726 | Porlaoise with Dublin Airport | Monasterevin, Kildare, Newbridge, Naas and other places en route |
| 816 | Portarlington with Kildare | Village Monasterevin and other places en route |
| 817 | Kilkenny with Dublin | Athy, Kilcullen, Naas and other places en route |
| 828 | Cashel with Portlaoise | Horse & Jockey, Littleton, Urlingford, Durrow, Abbeyleix and other places en route |
| 829 | Mountmellick / Portlaoise with Tullamore | Emo, Portarlington, Clonygowan and other places en route |
| 831 | Portlaoise with Borris-in-Ossory | Abbeyleix, Ballinakill, Ballacolla, Rathdowney and other places en route |
| 832 | Errill with Portlaoise | Borris-in-Ossory, Mountrath and other places en route |
| 834 | Roscrea with Portlaoise | Borris-in-Ossory, Castletown, Mountrath and other places en route |
| 838 | Kilkenny with Mountmellick | Castlecomer, Stradbally, Portlaoise and other places en route |
| 839 | Borris-in-Ossory with Mount Lucas | Castletown, Mountrath, Portlaoise, Mountmellick and other places en route |
| 858 | Thurles with Portlaoise | Urlingford, Johnstown, Durrow, Abbeyleix and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Cork | Portlaoise, Thurles, Limerick Junction, Mallow and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Galway / Westport | Portarlington, Tullamore, Athlone and other places en route |
| Train | Ballybrophy with Limerick | Serving: Roscrea, Nenagh and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Portlaoise | Newbridge, Kildare, Monasterevin, Portarlington and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Ballina with Enniskillen | Enniscrone, Sligo, Manorhamilton and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by route 458. We propose maintaining the existing level of service and providing a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 27B | Sligo with Dublin | Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Longford, Mullingar and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by route 23. We propose increased services on this corridor to provide a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 34 | Sligo with Derry / Londonderry | Bundoran, Ballyshannon, Donegal, Ballybofey, Letterkenny and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 64, 480 and 964. We propose increased services and the integration of routes along the corridor to provide a minimum service frequency of 1 hour. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 462 | Manorhamilton with Sligo | Dromahair, Ballygawley, Collooney and other places en route | We propose to extend route 462 from Dromahair to Manorhamilton, with an increase in frequency. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| 564 | Carrick-on-Shannon with Enniskillen | Dromod, Mohill, Ballinamore, Swanlinbar and other places en route | We propose to extend route 564 from Ballinamore to Enniskillen via Swanlinbar. Minimum service frequency of 5 return trips Monday to Saturday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 566 | Dowra with Sligo | Drumkeeran, Dromahair and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency on route 566. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| 567 | Ballyshannon with Carrick-on-Shannon | Bundoran, Kinlough, Manorhamilton, Drumshanbo, Leitrim and other places en route | We propose to integrate routes 567, 567A, 983 and 983A to create a new route between Carrick-on-Shannon, Drumshanbo, Manorhamilton and Ballyshannon. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day along full route, additional services between Carrick-on-Shannon and Drumshanbo and between Kinlough and Ballyshannon. |
| 572 | Sligo with Cavan | Riverstown, Drumshanbo, Ballinamore, Killeshandra and other places en route | We propose to integrate routes 572 and 929 to create a new route between Sligo, Drumshanbo and Cavan Town. Minimum service frequency of 4 return trips Monday to Saturday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 573 | Drumshanbo with Carrigallen | Keshcarrigan, Ballinamore and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency on route 573. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 449 | Drumshanbo with Sligo | Carrick-on-Shannon, Boyle, Collooney and other places en route |
| 480 | Derry / Londonderry with Sligo | Letterkenny, Donegal Town, Ballyshannon, Bundoran and other places en route |
| 571 | Arigna with Boyle | Drumshanbo, Keadue and other places en route |
| 982 | Sligo with Ballyshannon | Cliffoney, Mullaghmore, Bundoran and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Sligo | Maynooth, Mullingar, Longford, Carrick-on-Shannon, Boyle and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3A | Limerick with Killarney | Adare, Newcastle West, Abbeyfeale, Listowel and other places en route | The 3A/3B corridor is currently served by routes 13, 14 and 300. We propose increased services and the integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 1 hour between Limerick and Tralee and between Limerick and Killarney is proposed. Under the current proposal, routes 3A and 3B will combine to provide a 30 minute frequency between Limerick and Abbeyfeale. |
| 3B | Limerick with Tralee | Adare, Newcastle West, Abbeyfeale, Castleisland, Farranfore and other places en route | The 3A/3B corridor is currently served by routes 13, 14 and 300. We propose increased services and the integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 1 hour between Limerick and Tralee and between Limerick and Killarney is proposed. Under the current proposal, routes 3A and 3B will combine to provide a 30 minute frequency between Limerick and Abbeyfeale. |
| 5 | Limerick with Waterford | Oola, Tipperary, Cahir, Clonmel, Carrickon-Suir and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 55, 347 and 355. We propose increased services and the integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 1 hour is proposed. |
| 8 | Galway with Cork | Oranmore, Ennis, Shannon, Limerick, Mallow and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 51, 251 and 300. We propose increased services and better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 30 minutes is proposed. |
| 17 | Limerick with Dublin | Nenagh, Roscrea, Portlaoise and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 300, 712X and 735, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose a better integration of all existing services and more frequent all-stop services. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 42 | Limerick with Kilkenny | Newport, Thurles, Urlingford, Freshford and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Parts of this corridor are currently served by routes 391 and 871. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 313 | Ballycannon with Limerick | Other places en route | We propose an increase in frequency of existing route 313 from Ballycannon to Limerick. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 314 | Limerick with Ballybunion | Mungret, Askeaton, Foynes, Tarbert, Listowel and other places en route | We propose extension of route 314 from Foynes to Ballybunion via Tarbert and Listowel, with an increase in frequency. Minimum service of 6 return trips a day. |
| 328 | Limerick with Mitchelstown | Caherconlish, Ballylanders and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency of route 328 from Limerick to Mitchelstown. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 332 | Limerick with Cashel | Newport, Cappamore, Cappawhite, Dundrum and other places en route | We propose an extension of route 332 from Dundrum to Cashel, with an increase in frequency. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 345 | Scarriff with Limerick | Killaloe, O’Briensbridge-Montpelier, Ardnacrusha and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency of route 345 from Scarriff to Limerick. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 521 | Newcastle West with Limerick Junction | Charleville, Kilmallock, Ballylanders, Tipperary and other places en route | We propose an extension of route 521 from Charleville to Limerick Junction via Kilmallock and Tipperary. Minimum service of 6 return trips Monday to Saturday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 343A | Shannon with Limerick | Sixmilebridge, Cratloe and other places en route | We propose a new route from Shannon to Limerick via Sixmilebridge, replacing an existing variant of route 343. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A87 | Abbeyfeale with Newcastle West | Brosna, Mountcollins, Toornafulla and other places en route | We propose a new route from Abbeyfeale to Newcastle West via Mountcollins. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| B17 | Tarbert with Croom | Glin, Athea, Ardagh, Newcastle West, Ballingarry and other places en route | We propose a new route from Tarbert to Croom via Athea and Newcastle West. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 309 | Kilduff with Limerick | Kilteely, Pallasgreen and other places en route |
| 323 | Limerick with Nenagh | Castleconnell, Ballina, Portroe, Newtown and other places en route |
| 329 | Limerick with Kilfinane | Ballyneety, Grange, Bruff, Kilmallock and other places en route |
| 343 | Limerick with Ennis | Bunratty, Shannon, Newmarket-on-Fergus and other places en route |
| 520 | Ballyorgan with Doneraile | Kilmallock, Charleville and other places en route |
| 593 | Newcastle West with Newcastle West | Glin, Foynes, Askeaton and other places en route |
| 343X | Limerick with Ennis | Newmarket-on-Fergus and other places en route |
| Train | Limerick with Galway | Sixmilebridge, Ennis, Gort, Athenry, Oranmore and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Ennis | Portlaoise, Thurles, Limerick Junction, Limerick and other places en route |
| Train | Ballybrophy with Limerick | Roscrea, Nenagh, Castleconnell and other places en route |
| Train | Limerick with Waterford | Limerick Junction, Cahir, Clonmel, Carrick-on-Suir and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | Athlone with Belfast | Longford, Edgeworthstown, Cavan, Monaghan and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 24, 65, 70, 175, 270, 271 and 466. We propose more frequent services on this corridor and the integration of routes along the corridor to provide a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 27A | Ballina with Dublin | Foxford, Charlestown, Longford, Mullingar and other places en route | The 27A/27B corridor is currently served by routes 22 and 23. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Ballina and Dublin and between Sligo and Dublin. In our proposal, routes 27A and 27B combine to provide an hourly frequency between Longford and Dublin. |
| 27B | Sligo with Dublin | Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Longford, Mullingar and other places en route | The 27A/27B corridor is currently served by routes 22 and 23. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Ballina and Dublin and between Sligo and Dublin. In our proposal, routes 27A and 27B combine to provide an hourly frequency between Longford and Dublin. |
| 40 | Galway with Longford | Claregalway, Mountbellew, Roscommon, Lanesborough and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 425, 433 and 467. We propose increased services along this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 111A | Mullingar with Cavan | Delvin, Granard, Ballinagh and other places en route | We propose to extend route 111A from Delvin to Mullingar. Minimum service of 4 return trips Monday to Friday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 865 | Longford with Cavan | Granard, Aughnacliffe, Lough Gowna and other places en route | We propose to extend route 865 from Granard to Cavan Town via Aughnacliffe and Lough Gowna. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day, additional evening services on Friday and Saturday. |
| 975 | Longford with Cavan | Drumlish, Arva and other places en route | We propose to alter route 975 to serve Melview. Minimum service of 5 return trips Monday to Saturday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| A10 | Edgeworthstown with Mullingar | Legan, Ballynacargy, Ballinalack, Multyfarnham and other places en route | We propose a new route from Edgeworthstown to Mullingar via Legan, Ballynacargy and Multyfarnham. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 842 | Center Parcs with Dublin | Ballymahon, Edgeworthstown, Ballinalack, Mullingar and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Sligo | Maynooth, Mullingar, Longford, Carrick-on-Shannon, Boyle and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | Athlone with Drogheda | Mullingar, Navan, Slane and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Parts of this corridor are currently served by routes 70 and 190. We propose the integration of these routes with a minimum service frequency of 60 minutes. |
| 30 | Cavan with Dundalk | Bailieborough, Kingscourt, Carrickmacross, Inniskeen and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by route 166. We propose more frequent services on this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 33 | Enniskillen with Dundalk | Clones, Smithborough, Monaghan, Castleblaney and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Parts of this corridor are currently served by routes 65, 95, 162, 180, 270 and 271. We propose the integration of these routes with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 36A | Letterkenny with Dublin | Strabane, Omagh, Monaghan, Ardee and other places en route | The 36A/36B corridor is currently served by routes X3, 32, 180, 932, 933 and 980A. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Letterkenny and Dublin and between Derry /Londonderry and Dublin. In our proposal routes 36A and 36B will combine to provide a 60 minute frequency between Strabane and Dublin. |
| 36B | Derry / Londonderry with Dublin | Strabane, Omagh, Monaghan, Ardee and other places en route | The 36A/36B corridor is currently served by routes X3, 32, 180, 932, 933 and 980A. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Letterkenny and Dublin and between Derry /Londonderry and Dublin. In our proposal routes 36A and 36B will combine to provide a 60 minute frequency between Strabane and Dublin. |
| 39 | Belfast with Dublin | Newry, Dundalk, Drogheda and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes X1, X2A, X5, 100X, 400, 705X and 900 to 904, all of which are express services. We propose to better integrate routes along the corridor. |
| 41 | Mullingar with Dundalk | Clonmellon, Kells, Carlanstown, Ardee and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Part of this corridor is currently served by route 167. We propose the integration of this route with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 163 | Athboy with Drogheda | Navan, Donore and other places en route | We propose a new route from Athboy to Drogheda via Navan and Duleek. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| 168 | Newry with Drogheda | Carlingford, Jenkinstown, Dundalk, Dromiskin, Clogherhead and other places en route | We propose to integrate routes 168 and 161 to create a new coastal route between Drogheda, Dundalk and Newry. Minimum service frequency of 9 return trips Monday to Saturday, 4 return trips on Sunday. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | Dundalk with Drogheda | Castlebellingham, Dunleer and other places en route |
| 101 | Dublin with Drogheda | Dublin Airport, Balbriggan, Gormanston, Julianstown and other places en route |
| 105 | Drogheda with Blanchardstown | Duleek, Kentstown, Ashbourne, Ratoath, Dunboyne and other places en route |
| 160 | Dundalk with Newry | Ravensdale and other places en route |
| 182 | Drogheda with Monaghan | Collon, Ardee, Carrickmacross, Castleblayney and other places en route |
| 980 | Carrickmacross with Dublin | Ardee, Collon, Slane and other places en route |
| 101X | Drogheda with Dublin | Julianstown, Balbriggan and other places en route |
| 182A | Drogheda with Ardee | Tullyallen, Collon and other places en route |
| 910, 912 | Drogheda with Dublin | Bettystown, Laytown, Julianstown and other places en route |
| D1, D2 | Drogheda with Laytown | Mornington, Donacarney, Bettystown and other places en route |
| Train | Belfast with Dublin | Newry, Dundalk, Drogheda and other places en route |
| X4 | Derry / Londonderry with Dublin | Dungiven, Cookstown, Dungannon, Armagh, Dublin Airport and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Castlebar with Galway | Westport, Ballinrobe, Headford, Corrandulla, Cloonboo and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by route 456. We propose more frequent services on this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 22A | Ballina with Galway | Castlebar, Milltown, Tuam, Claregalway and other places en route | The 22A/22B corridor is currently served by routes 52, 64, 430 and 964. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 1 hour is proposed between Ballina and Galway and between Sligo and Galway. In our proposal routes 22A and 22B will combine to provide a 30 minute frequency between Tuam and Galway. |
| 22B | Sligo with Galway | Tobercurry, Ireland West Airport Knock, Ballyhaunis / Claremorris, Tuam and other places en route | The 22A/22B corridor is currently served by routes 52, 64, 430 and 964. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 1 hour is proposed between Ballina and Galway and between Sligo and Galway. In our proposal routes 22A and 22B will combine to provide a 30 minute frequency between Tuam and Galway. |
| 26 | Ballina with Enniskillen | Enniscrone, Dromore West, Sligo, Manorhamilton and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by route 458. We propose to maintain the existing level of service with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 27A | Ballina with Dublin | Foxford, Charlestown, Longford, Mullingar and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by route 22. We propose more frequent services on this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 423 | Westport with Clifden | Leenane, Kylemore, Letterfrack and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency on route 423 from Clifton to Westport. Minimum service of 5 return trips a day. |
| 440 | Athlone with Westport | Roscommon, Castlerea, Ireland West Airport Knock, Charlestown, Castlebar and other places en route | We propose to alter route 440 to serve Turlough. Minimum service of 4 return trips Monday to Saturday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 445 | Bunnyconnelan with Ballycastle | Ballina, Killala and other places en route | We propose a new route from Bunnyconnelan to Ballycastle, replacing existing infrequent routes 444 and 445. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 446 | Ballina with Blacksod | Crossmolina, Bangor Erris, Belmullet and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency on route 446 from Blacksod to Ballina. Minimum service of 4 return trips Monday to Friday, 3 return trips on Saturday and Sunday. |
| 454 | Ballina with Castlebar | Crossmolina, Lahardane and other places en route | We propose a new route from Ballina to Castlebar via Laherdane, replacing existing infrequent route 454. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 420 | Castlebar with Ballina | Pontoon and other places en route |
| 421 | Ballina with Claremorris | Foxford, Swinford, Kiltimagh, Knock and other places en route |
| 422 | Castlebar with Headford | Ballintubber, Ballinrobe, Cong and other places en route |
| 450 | Keel-Dooagh with Louisburgh | Achill Sound, Mulranny, Newport, Westport and other places en route |
| 497 | Glenamoy with Glenamoy | Ballinaboy, Glenturk and other places en route |
| 498 | Glenamoy with Castlebar | Knocknalower, Inver, Glenamoy, Bangor Erris and other places en route |
| 499 | Glenamoy with Ballina | Kilgalligan, Glenamoy, Ballycastle, Killala and other places en route |
| 922 | Swinford with Sligo | Charlestown, Tobercurry and other places en route |
| 978 | Belmullet with Castlebar | Geesala, Bangor Erris, Mulranny, Newport and other places en route |
| Train | Westport with Dublin | Castlebar, Roscommon, Athlone, Tullamore, Portarlington and other places en route |
| Train | Ballina with Dublin | Foxford, Manulla Junction and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | Galway with Dublin | Oranmore, Loughrea, Ballinasloe, Athlone and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 660, 706X, 720, 760, 761 and 763, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 27A | Ballina with Dublin | Foxford, Charlestown, Longford, Mullingar and other places en route | The 27A/27B corridor is currently served by routes 22 and 23. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Ballina and Dublin and between Sligo and Dublin. In our proposal, routes 27A and 27B combine to provide an hourly frequency between Longford and Dublin. |
| 27B | Sligo with Dublin | Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Longford, Mullingar and other places en route | The 27A/27B corridor is currently served by routes 22 and 23. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Ballina and Dublin and between Sligo and Dublin. In our proposal, routes 27A and 27B combine to provide an hourly frequency between Longford and Dublin. |
| 29 | Athlone with Drogheda | Mullingar, Navan, Slane and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Parts of this corridor are currently served by routes 70 and 190. We propose the integration of these routes with a minimum service frequency of 60 minutes. |
| 31 | Donegal Town with Dublin | Ballyshannon, Enniskillen, Cavan, Kells, Navan and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 30, X30, 109X and NX. We propose to maintain the existing level of service and better integrate routes along the corridor to provide a minimum service frequency of 2 hours between Donegal and Dublin, 60 minutes between Cavan and Dublin and 30 minutes between Navan and Dublin. |
| 36A | Letterkenny with Dublin | Strabane, Omagh, Monaghan, Ardee and other places en route | The 36A/36B corridor is currently served by routes X3, 32, 932 and 933. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Letterkenny and Dublin and between Derry/Londonderry and Dublin. In our proposal routes 36A and 36B will combine to provide a 60 minute frequency between Strabane and Dublin. |
| 36B | Derry / Londonderry with Dublin | Strabane, Omagh, Monaghan, Ardee and other places en route | The 36A/36B corridor is currently served by routes X3, 32, 932 and 933. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Letterkenny and Dublin and between Derry/Londonderry and Dublin. In our proposal routes 36A and 36B will combine to provide a 60 minute frequency between Strabane and Dublin. |
| 39 | Belfast with Dublin | Newry, Dundalk, Drogheda and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes X1, X2A, X5, 100X, 400, 705X and 900 to 904, all of which are express services. We propose to better integrate routes along the corridor. |
| 41 | Mullingar with Dundalk | Clonmellon, Kells, Carlanstown, Ardee and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Part of this corridor is currently served by route 167. We propose the integration of this route with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 108 | Kells with Cootehill | Moynalty, Mullagh, Bailieborough and other places en route | We propose to extend route 108 from Bailieborough to Cootehill. Minimum service of 4 return trips a day. |
| 163 | Athboy with Drogheda | Navan, Kentstown, Duleek, Donore and other places en route | We propose a new route from Athboy to Drogheda via Navan and Duleek. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 187 | Kells with Cavan | Crossakiel, Oldcastle, Virginia, Crosskeys and other places en route | We propose to reconfigure route 187 and extend it to Cavan Town. Minimum service of 4 return trips Monday to Friday and 3 return trips on Saturday and Sunday. |
| 192 | Balbriggan with Swords | Gormanston, Oldtown, Ballyboghil and other places en route | We propose to extend route 192 from Stamullen via Oldtown to Swords. Minimum service of 4 return trips Monday to Friday, 6 return trips on Saturday and 5 return trips on Sunday. |
| 195 | Ashbourne with Balbriggan | Garristown, Naul and other places en route | We propose to alter route 195 to serve Ballymadun. Minimum service of 6 return trips Monday to Saturday and 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 115D | Enfield with Navan | Longwood, Ballivor, Trim and other places en route | We propose a new route from Enfield to Navan, replacing existing route 115D and an existing variant of route 115C. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A31 | Mullingar with Portlaoise | Kinnegad, Portarlington and other places en route | We propose a new route from Portlaoise to Mullingar via Edenderry. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 101 | Dublin with Drogheda | Balbriggan, Julianstown and other places en route |
| 103 | Dublin with Tayto Park | Ashbourne, Ratoath and other places en route |
| 105 | Drogheda with Blanchardstown | Duleek, Ashbourne, Ratoath and other places en route |
| 107 | Kells with Navan | Kingscourt, Kilmainhamwood, Nobber and other places en route |
| 109 | Dublin with Kells | Dunshaughlin, Navan and other places en route |
| 111 | Dublin with Delvin | Trim, Athboy and other places en route |
| 115 | Mullingar with Dublin | Kinnegad, Clonard, Maynooth and other places en route |
| 179 | Cootehill with Dublin | Shercock, Kingscourt, Navan and other places en route |
| 191 | Stamullen with Dublin | Gormanston, Balbriggan and other places en route |
| 193 | Ashbourne with Dublin | Other places en route |
| 197 | Swords with Ashbourne | Rolestown and other places en route |
| 820 | Edenderry with Enfield | Carbury and other places en route |
| 842 | Center Parcs with Dublin | Ballymahon, Edgeworthstown, Mullingar and other places en route |
| 980 | Carrickmacross with Dublin | Ardee, Collon, Slane and other places en route |
| 101X | Drogheda with Dublin | Julianstown, Balbriggan and other places en route |
| 103X | Dublin with Duleek | Ashbourne and other places en route |
| 103X | Dublin with Navan | Ashbourne, Kentstown and other places en route |
| 105X | Ratoath with Dublin | Other places en route |
| 109A | Dublin Airport with Kells | Ashbourne, Dunshaughlin, Navan and other places en route |
| 109B | Dublin with Trim | Dunshaughlin, Kilmessan and other places en route |
| 111X | Dublin with Clonmellon | Trim, Athboy, Delvin and other places en route |
| 115C | Mullingar with Kilcock | Kilucan, Ballivor, Summerhill and other places en route |
| 120C | Tullamore with Enfield | Rhode, Edenderry and other places en route |
| 845, 847 | Birr with Dublin | Tullamore, Kinnegad, Enfield and other places en route |
| 910, 912 | Drogheda with Dublin | Bettystown, Julianstown and other places en route |
| D1, D2 | Drogheda with Laytown | Mornington, Donacarney, Bettystown and other places en route |
| Train | Dundalk with Dublin | Drogheda, Laytown, Balbriggan and other places en route |
| Train | M3 Parkway with Dublin | Dunboyne, Clonsilla and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Sligo | Mullingar, Longford, Carrick-on-Shannon and other places en route |
| X4 | Derry / Londonderry with Dublin | Cookstown, Dungannon, Armagh and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | Athlone with Belfast | Longford, Edgeworthstown, Cavan, Monaghan and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 24, 65, 70, 175, 270, 271 and 466. We propose more frequent services on this corridor and the integration of routes along the corridor to provide a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 30 | Cavan with Dundalk | Bailieborough, Kingscourt, Carrickmacross, Inniskeen and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by route 166. We propose more frequent services on this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 33 | Enniskillen with Dundalk | Clones, Smithborough, Monaghan, Castleblaney and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Parts of this corridor are currently served by routes 65, 95, 162, 180, 270 and 271. We propose the integration of these routes with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 36A | Letterkenny with Dublin | Strabane, Omagh, Monaghan, Ardee and other places en route | The 36A/36B corridor is currently served by routes X3, 32, 180, 932, 933 and 980A. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Letterkenny and Dublin and between Derry/Londonderry and Dublin. In our proposal routes 36A and 36B will combine to provide a 60 minute frequency between Strabane and Dublin. |
| 36B | Derry / Londonderry with Dublin | Strabane, Omagh, Monaghan, Ardee and other places en route | The 36A/36B corridor is currently served by routes X3, 32, 180, 932, 933 and 980A. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Letterkenny and Dublin and between Derry/Londonderry and Dublin. In our proposal routes 36A and 36B will combine to provide a 60 minute frequency between Strabane and Dublin. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 166A | Cavan with Carrickmacross | Cootehill, Shercock and other places en route | We propose a new route from Cavan to Carrickmacross via Cootehill and Shercock, to replace a current infrequent variant of route 166. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| A74 | Clones with Oram | Newbliss, Ballybay, Doohamlet, Castleblaney and other places en route | We propose a new route from Clones to Oram via Ballybay and Castleblayney. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| A75 | Carrickmacross with Castleblaney | Lough Egish Food Park and other places en route | We propose a new route from Carrickmacross to Castleblayney via Lough Egish Food Park. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| M3 | Mullan with Monaghan | Emyvale, Glaslough, Tyholland and other places en route | We propose a new route from Mullan, Emyvale and Glaslough to Monaghan. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 176 | Cavan with Monaghan | Ballyhaise, Scotshouse, Clones, Newbliss, Threemilehouse and other places en route |
| 182 | Drogheda with Monaghan | Collon, Ardee, Carrickmacross, Castleblaney, Annyalla, Clontibret and other places en route |
| 980 | Carrickmacross with Dublin | Ardee, Collon, Slane and other places en route |
| M1 | Knockatallon with Monaghan | Tydavnet, Scotstown, Ballinode and other places en route |
| M2 | Castleblaney with Monaghan | Doohamlet, Ballybay and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | Athlone with Kilkenny | Moate, Tullamore, Portlaoise, Abbeyleix and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 73, 818 and 830. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 16 | Athlone with Clonmel | Birr, Nenagh, Thurles, Cashel, Cahir and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Part of this corridor is currently served by route 72. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 17 | Limerick with Dublin | Nenagh, Roscrea, Portlaoise and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 300, 712X and 735, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose a better integration of all existing services and more frequent all-stop services. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 23 | Galway with Dublin | Oranmore, Loughrea, Ballinasloe, Athlone and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 660, 706X, 720, 760, 761 and 763, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 29 | Athlone with Drogheda | Mullingar, Trim, Navan and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Parts of this corridor are currently served by routes 70 and 190. We propose the integration of these routes with a minimum service frequency of 60 minutes. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 840 | Lough Boora with Clara | Pollagh, Ballycumber and other places en route | We propose to extend route 840 from Pollagh to Lough Boora, with an increase in frequency. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| 843 | Tullamore with Birr | Mucklagh, Kilcormac and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency on route 843. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| A13 | Athlone with Thurles | Shannonbridge, Banagher, Birr, Roscrea, Templemore and other places en route | We propose a new route from Athlone to Thurles via Shannonbridge, Banagher, Birr, Roscrea and Templemore. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| A30 | Birr with Portlaoise | Kinnitty, Clonaslee, Mountmellick and other places en route | We propose a new route from Birr to Portlaoise via Kinnitty, Clonaslee and Mountmellick. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| A31 | Mullingar with Portlaoise | Kinnegad, Edenderry, Portarlington, Mountmellick and other places en route | We propose a new route from Portlaoise to Mullingar via Mountmellick, Portarlington, Edenderry and Kinnegad. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 120 | Edenderry with Dublin | Allenwood, Prosperous, Clane, Celbridge and other places en route |
| 120C | Tullamore with Enfield | Daingean, Rhode, Edenderry and other places en route |
| 120X | Edenderry with Dublin | Allenwood, Prosperous, Clane and other places en route |
| 820 | Enfield with Edenderry | Carbury and other places en route |
| 829 | Mountmellick with Tullamore | Portlaoise, Emo, Killenard, Portarlington, Geashill and other places en route |
| 837 | Tullamore with Mullingar | Kilbeggan, Tyrellspass, Rochfortbridge and other places en route |
| 839 | Borris in Ossory with Mount Lucas | Mountrath, Portlaoise, Mountmellick, Portarlington, Walsh Island and other places en route |
| 854 | Roscrea with Nenagh | Shinrone, Cloughjordan, Moneygall, Toomevara and other places en route |
| 2347 | Tullamore with Tullamore | Daingean, Rhode, Edenderry, Walsh Island and other places en route |
| 845, 847 | Portumna with Dublin | Banagher, Birr, Tullamore, Enfield, Maynooth and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Galway | Tullamore, Athlone, Ballinasloe, Athenry, Oranmore and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Ballina / Westport | Tullamore, Athlone, Manulla Junction, Castlebar / Foxford and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22B | Sligo with Galway | Tobercurry, Ireland West Airport Knock, Ballyhaunis / Claremorris, Tuam and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 64 and 964. We propose more frequent services on this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 60 minutes. |
| 23 | Galway with Dublin | Oranmore, Loughrea, Ballinasloe, Athlone and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 660, 706X, 720, 760, 761 and 763, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 27A | Ballina with Dublin | Foxford, Charlestown, Longford, Mullingar and other places en route | The 27A/27B corridor is currently served by routes 22 and 23. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Ballina and Dublin and between Sligo and Dublin. In our proposal, routes 27A and 27B combine to provide an hourly frequency between Longford and Dublin. |
| 27B | Sligo with Dublin | Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Longford, Mullingar and other places en route | The 27A/27B corridor is currently served by routes 22 and 23. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Ballina and Dublin and between Sligo and Dublin. In our proposal, routes 27A and 27B combine to provide an hourly frequency between Longford and Dublin. |
| 40 | Galway with Longford | Claregalway, Moylough, Mountbellew, Roscommon, Lanesborough and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 425, 433 and 467. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 440 | Athlone with Westport | Roscommon, Castlerea, Ireland West Airport Knock, Charlestown, Castlebar and other places en route | We propose to alter route 440 to serve Turlough. Minimum service of 4 return trips Monday to Saturday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 572 | Sligo with Cavan | Ballygawley, Keadue, Drumshanbo, Killashandra and other places en route | We propose to integrate routes 572 and 929 to create a new route from Sligo to Cavan via Drumshanbo. Minimum service of 4 return trips Monday to Saturday and 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 977 | Sligo with Castlerea | Collooney, Ballymote, Gorteen, Ballaghderreen and other places en route | We propose to extend route 977 from Ballaghderreen to Castlerea. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A78 | Athlone with Roscommon | Ballyforan, Ballygar, Athleague and other places en route | We propose a new route from Athlone to Roscommon via Ballygar. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A79 | Ballinasloe with Castlerea | Ahascragh, Mountbellew, Moylough, Glenamaddy and other places en route | We propose a new route from Ballinasloe to Castlerea via Moylough. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 449 | Drumshanbo with Sligo | Carrick-on-Shannon, Boyle, Collooney and other places en route |
| 570 | Boyle with Roscommon | Elphin, Tulsk, Strokestown and other places en route |
| 571 | Arigna with Boyle | Drumshanbo, Keadue and other places en route |
| AIT02 | Roscommon with Athlone | Knockcroghery, Lecarrow and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Sligo | Maynooth, Mullingar, Longford, Carrick-on-Shannon, Boyle and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Ballina / Westport | Tullamore, Athlone, Manulla Junction, Castlebar / Foxford and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Galway | Tullamore, Athlone, Ballinasloe, Athenry, Oranmore and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22B | Sligo with Galway | Tobercurry, Ireland West Airport Knock, Ballyhaunis / Claremorris, Tuam and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 64 and 964. We propose more frequent services on this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 60 minutes. |
| 26 | Ballina with Enniskillen | Enniscrone, Dromore West, Sligo, Manorhamilton and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by route 458. We propose to maintain the existing level of service with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 27B | Sligo with Dublin | Collooney, Carrick-on-Shannon, Longford, Mullingar and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by route 23. We propose more frequent services on this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 34 | Sligo with Derry / Londonderry | Bundoran, Ballyshannon, Donegal, Ballybofey, Letterkenny and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 64, 480 and 964. We propose more frequent services on this corridor and a better integration of existing services. A minimum service frequency of 1 hour is proposed. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 462 | Manorhamilton with Sligo | Dromahair, Ballygawley, Collooney and other places en route | We propose to extend route 462 from Dromahair to Manorhamilton, with an increase in frequency. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| 474 | Maugherow with Coolaney | Carney, Ballincar, Sligo and other places en route | We propose to amalgamate routes 474 and 475 to create a new route from Maugherow to Coolaney via Sligo and Collooney. Minimum service frequency of 4 return trips Monday to Friday and 3 return trips on Saturday and Sunday. |
| 566 | Dowra with Sligo | Drumkeeran, Dromahair and other places en route | We propose a new route from Dowra to Sligo via Dromahair. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| 572 | Sligo with Cavan | Ballygawley, Keadue, Drumshanbo, Killashandra and other places en route | We propose to amalgamate routes 572 and 929 to create a new route from Sligo to Cavan via Drumshanbo. Minimum service frequency of 4 return trips Monday to Saturday and 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 977 | Sligo with Castlerea | Collooney, Ballymote, Gorteen, Ballaghdareen and other places en route | We propose to extend route 977 from Ballaghderreen to Castlerea. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 449 | Drumshanbo with Sligo | Carrick-on-Shannon, Boyle, Collooney and other places en route |
| 480 | Derry / Londonderry with Sligo | Letterkenny, Donegal Town, Ballyshannon, Bundoran and other places en route |
| 922 | Swinford with Sligo | Charlestown, Tobercurry and other places en route |
| 982 | Ballyshannon with Sligo | Bundoran, Mullaghmore, Grange and other places en route |
| 52 | Rosses Point with Strandhill | Sligo and other places en route |
| Train | Sligo with Dublin | Collooney, Ballymote, Longford, Mullingar, Maynooth and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Limerick with Waterford | Tipperary, Cahir, Clonmel and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 55, 347 and 355. We propose more frequent services on this corridor and better integration of existing services. Minimum service frequency of 60 minutes. |
| 7 | Cork with Dublin | Fermoy, Mitchelstown, Cahir, Cashel and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 245X, 707 and 704X, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose a better integration of all existing services and more frequent all-stop services. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 14 | Dublin with Clonmel | Kilkenny, Callan and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 600 and 717. We propose more frequent services on this corridor with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours between Clonmel and Kilkenny. |
| 16 | Athlone with Clonmel | Birr, Nenagh, Thurles, Cashel, Cahir and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Part of this corridor is currently served by route 72. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 17 | Limerick with Dublin | Nenagh, Roscrea, Portlaoise and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 300, 712X and 735, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose a better integration of all existing services and more frequent all-stop services. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 42 | Limerick with Kilkenny | Newport, Thurles, Urlingford, Freshford and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Parts of this corridor are currently served by routes 391 and 871. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 332 | Limerick with Cashel | Newport, Murroe, Cappamore and other places en route | We propose to extend route 332 from Dundrum to Cashel, with an increase in frequency. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 393 | Thurles with Clonmel | Twomileborris, Urlingford, Fethard, Lisronagh and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency of route 393 from Thurles to Clonmel via Fethard. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 394 | Thurles with Clonmel | Holycross, Boherlahan, Cashel and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency of route 394 from Thurles to Clonmel via Cashel. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 521 | Newcastle West with Limerick Junction | Dromcolliher, Charleville, Kilmallock, Ballylanders, Tipperary and other places en route | We propose to extend route 521 from Charleville to Limerick Junction via Kilmallock and Tipperary. Minimum service of 6 return trips Monday to Saturday and 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 812 | Thurles with Urlingford | Templetuohy, Johnstown and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency of route 812 from Urlingford to Thurles. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 855 | Limerick Junction with Limerick Junction | Tipperary, Cashel, Cahir, Tipperary and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency of route 855 between Tipperary and Cashel. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| 1583 | Galway with Nenagh | Loughrea, Portumna, Borrisokane and other places en route | We propose a new route from Galway to Nenagh via Loughrea, Portumna and Borrisokane, replacing existing route 1583. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A13 | Athlone with Thurles | Shannonbridge, Banagher, Birr, Roscrea, Templemore and other places en route | We propose a new route from Athlone to Thurles via Shannonbridge, Banagher, Birr, Roscrea and Templemore. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A41 | Ennis with Dromineer | Killaloe, Ballina, Silvermines, Nenagh and other places en route | We propose a new route from Ennis to Dromineer via Broadford, Killaloe, Silvermines and Nenagh. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A59 | Clonmel with Dungarvan | Ballymacarbry and other places en route | We propose a new route from Dungarvan to Clonmel. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A60 | Kilkenny with Waterford | Carrick-on-Suir, Piltown, Portlaw and other places en route | We propose a new route from Kilkenny to Waterford via Portlaw. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A89 | Cashel with Callan | Rosegreen, Fethard, Mullinahone and other places en route | We propose a new route from Cashel to Callan via Fethard. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 245 | Clonmel with Cork | Cahir, Clogheen, Mitchelstown, Fermoy and other places en route |
| 323 | Limerick with Nenagh | Castleconnell, Ballina, Portroe, Newtown and other places en route |
| 396 | Thurles with Clonmel | Horse & Jockey, Fethard, Lisronagh and other places en route |
| 828 | Cashel with Portlaoise | Horse & Jockey, Durrow, Abbeyleix and other places en route |
| 834 | Roscrea with Portlaoise | Borris-in-Ossory, Castletown, Mountrath and other places en route |
| 854 | Roscrea with Nenagh | Shinrone, Cloughjordan, Moneygall and other places en route |
| 858 | Thurles with Portlaoise | Twomileborris, Urlingford, Durrow, Abbeyleix and other places en route |
| 896 | The Commons with Tipperary | Ballingarry, Littleton, Horse & Jockey, Thurles and other places en route |
| 817C/E | Carrick-on-Suir with Callan | Grangemockler and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Cork | Portlaoise, Templemore, Thurles, Limerick Junction and other places en route |
| Train | Limerick with Ballybrophy | Castleconnell, Nenagh, Cloughjordan, Roscrea and other places en route |
| Train | Waterford with Limerick Junction | Carrick-on-Suir, Clonmel, Cahir, Tipperary and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Limerick with Waterford | Tipperary, Cahir, Clonmel, Mooncoin and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 55, 347 and 355. We propose more frequent services on this corridor and better integration of existing services. Minimum service frequency of 60 minutes. |
| 6 | Cork with Waterford | Midleton, Youghal, Dungarvan and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 40, 260, 362 and 600. We propose more frequent services on this corridor and better integration of existing services. Minimum service frequency of 30 minutes. |
| 9 | Mallow with Dungarvan | Fermoy, Lismore, Cappoquin and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Parts of this corridor are currently served by routes 363 and 364. We propose the integration of these routes with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 10 | Waterford with Rosslare Harbour | New Ross, Wexford and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes X4, 40, 340 and 372. We propose more frequent services on this corridor and better integration of existing services. Minimum service frequency of 1 hour between Waterford and Wexford and of 2 hours between Wexford and Rosslare. |
| 13 | Dublin with Waterford | Carlow, Muine Bheag, Thomastown and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 4, X4, 600 and 736, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose more frequent all-stop services on this corridor and better integration of the existing services. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services is proposed. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 361 | Youghal with Dungarvan | Ardmore, Ring and other places en route | We propose to extend route 361 from Ardmore to Youghal, to replace an existing variant of route 260. Minimum service of 7 return trips Monday to Saturday and 5 return trips on Sunday. |
| A57 | Lismore with Youghal | Villierstown, Aglish, Clashmore and other places en route | We propose a new route from Youghal to Lismore. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A59 | Clonmel with Dungarvan | Ballymacarbry and other places en route | We propose a new route from Dungarvan to Clonmel. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A60 | Kilkenny with Waterford | Carrick-on-Suir, Piltown, Portlaw and other places en route | We propose a new route from Kilkenny to Waterford via Portlaw. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A61 | Waterford with Cheekpoint | Other places en route | We propose a new route from Cheekpoint to Waterford. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A90 | Kilkenny with Waterford | Stoneyford, Knocktopher, Mullinavat and other places en route | We propose a new route from Kilkenny to Waterford via Knocktopher. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
| A91 | Waterford with Newbawn | Passage East/Crooke, Ballyhack and other places en route | We propose a new route from Newbawn to Waterford via the Passage East Ferry. Minimum service of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 367 | Tramore with Dungarvan | Dunhill, Kill, Stradbally and other places en route |
| 370 | Waterford with Rosslare Harbour | New Ross, Duncannon, Wexford, Rosslare Strand and other places en route |
| 608 | Waterford with Passage East | Other places en route |
| 609 | Waterford with Portlaw | Ballyduff, Kilmeaden and other places en route |
| 611 | Waterford with Dunmore East | Other places en route |
| 617 | Waterford with Slieverue | Other places en route |
| 736 | Tramore with Dublin | Waterford and other places en route |
| 360, 360A | Waterford with Tramore | Other places en route |
| 367A | Dungarvan with Waterford | Ballinroad, Stradbally, Bonmahon and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Waterford | Kildare, Carlow, Kilkenny, Thomastown and other places en route |
| Train | Waterford with Limerick Junction | Carrick-on-Suir, Clonmel, Cahir, Tipperary and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | Athlone with Kilkenny | Moate, Tullamore, Portlaoise, Abbeyleix and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 73, 818 and 830. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 16 | Athlone with Clonmel | Birr, Nenagh, Thurles, Cashel, Cahir and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Part of this corridor is currently served by route 72. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 23 | Galway with Dublin | Oranmore, Loughrea, Ballinasloe, Athlone and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 660, 706X, 720, 760, 761 and 763, a mix of express and all-stop services. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours on all-stop services. |
| 25 | Athlone with Belfast | Longford, Edgeworthstown, Cavan, Monaghan and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 24, 65, 70, 175, 270, 271 and 466. We propose more frequent services on this corridor and the integration of routes along the corridor to provide a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
| 27A | Ballina with Dublin | Foxford, Charlestown, Longford, Mullingar and other places en route | The 27A/27B corridor is currently served by routes 22 and 23. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Ballina and Dublin and between Sligo and Dublin. In our proposal, routes 27A and 27B combine to provide an hourly frequency between Longford and Dublin. |
| 27B | Sligo with Dublin | Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Longford, Mullingar and other places en route | The 27A/27B corridor is currently served by routes 22 and 23. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 2 hours is proposed between Ballina and Dublin and between Sligo and Dublin. In our proposal, routes 27A and 27B combine to provide an hourly frequency between Longford and Dublin. |
| 29 | Athlone with Drogheda | Mullingar, Trim, Navan and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Parts of this corridor are currently served by routes 70 and 190. We propose the integration of these routes with a minimum service frequency of 60 minutes. |
| 41 | Mullingar with Dundalk | Delvin, Kells, Ardee and other places en route | This is a new corridor. Part of this corridor is currently served by route 167. We propose more frequent services and a better integration of routes along this corridor. Minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 440 | Athlone with Westport | Roscommon, Castlerea, Ireland West Airport Knock, Charlestown, Castlebar and other places en route | We propose to alter route 440 to serve Turlough. Minimum service frequency of 4 return trips Monday to Saturday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 111A | Mullingar with Cavan | Delvin, Granard, Ballinagh and other places en route | We propose to extend route 111A from Delvin to Mullingar. Minimum service frequency of 4 return trips Monday to Friday, 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| A10 | Edgeworthstown with Mullingar | Legan, Ballynacargy, Ballinalack, Multyfarnham and other places en route | We propose a new route from Edgeworthstown to Mullingar via Legan, Ballynacargy and Multyfarnham. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| A13 | Athlone with Thurles | Shannonbridge, Banagher, Birr, Roscrea, Templemore and other places en route | We propose a new route from Athlone to Thurles via Shannonbridge, Banagher, Birr, Roscrea and Templemore. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| A31 | Mullingar with Portlaoise | Kinnegad, Edenderry, Portarlington, Mountmellick and other places en route | We propose a new route from Portlaoise to Mullingar via Mountmellick, Portarlington, Edenderry and Kinnegad. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| A78 | Athlone with Roscommon | Ballyforan, Ballygar, Athleague and other places en route | We propose a new route from Athlone to Roscommon via Ballygar. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| A81 | Athlone with Mullingar | Ballymore, Castletown Geoghegan and other places en route | We propose a new route from Athlone to Mullingar via Castletown Geoghegan. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 111 | Delvin with Dublin | Athboy, Trim and other places en route |
| 115 | Mullingar with Dublin | Kinnegad, Clonard, Enfield, Kilcock, Maynooth and other places en route |
| 837 | Tullamore with Mullingar | Kilbeggan, Tyrellspass, Rochfortbridge and other places en route |
| 842 | Center Parcs with Dublin | Ballymahon, Edgeworthstown, Ballinalack, Mullingar and other places en route |
| 111X | Clonmellon with Dublin | Delvin, Athboy and other places en route |
| 115C | Mullingar with Kilcock | Killucan, Ballivor, Summerhill and other places en route |
| 845, 847 | Portumna with Dublin | Banagher, Birr, Tullamore, Enfield, Maynooth and other places en route |
| AIT02 | Roscommon with Athlone | Knockcroghery, Lecarrow and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Sligo | Maynooth, Mullingar, Longford, Carrick-on-Shannon, Boyle and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Galway | Tullamore, Athlone, Ballinasloe, Athenry, Oranmore and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Ballina / Westport | Tullamore, Athlone, Manulla Junction, Castlebar / Foxford and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Waterford with Rosslare Harbour | New Ross, Wexford and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes X4, 40, 340 and 372. We propose more frequent services on this corridor and better integration of existing services. Minimum service frequency of 1 hour between Waterford and Wexford and of 2 hours between Wexford and Rosslare. |
| 11 | Wexford with Dublin | Enniscorthy, Gorey, Arklow, Wicklow and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 2, 133, 133B, 133X, 740 and 740A. We propose a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 30 minutes is proposed between Wexford and Dublin and between Wicklow and Dublin. |
| 12 | Portlaoise with Wexford | Athy, Carlow, Bunclody, Enniscorthy and other places en route | This is a new corridor, parts of this corridor are currently served by route 73 and route 376. A better integration of these routes is proposed with a minimum service frequency of 2 hours. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 369 | Bunclody with Wexford | Kilmyshall, Enniscorthy, Bree, Ballyhogue and other places en route | We propose to extend route 369 from Enniscorthy to Wexford via Ballyhogue, with an increase in frequency. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| 379 | Gorey with Wexford | Kilmuckridge, Blackwater, Castlebridge and other places en route | We propose a new route from Wexford to Gorey via Courtown, replacing existing infrequent route 379. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| 380 | Gorey with Wexford | Ballycanew, Ballyedmond, Ballymurn and other places en route | We propose a new route from Wexford to Gorey via Oulart. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| 388 | Wexford with Bridgetown | Wellingtonbridge, Clongeen, Taghmon and other places en route | We propose to extend route 388 from Carrig-on-Bannow to Bridgetown. Minimum service frequency of 4 return trips Monday to Saturday and 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 882 | Kilkenny with New Ross | Bennettsbridge, Thomastown, Inistiogue and other places en route | We propose to increase the frequency of existing route 882 from Kilkenny to New Ross. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| 370A | New Ross with Fethard | Campile, Ballyhack, Arthurstown, Duncannon and other places en route | We propose a new route from New Ross to Fethard, replacing an existing variant of route 370. Minimum service of 4 return trips Monday to Saturday and 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| A62 | Carlow with New Ross | Muine Bheag, Borris, Graiguenamanagh and other places en route | We propose a new route from Carlow to New Ross via Graiguenamanagh. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| A67 | Carlow with Gorey | Fennagh, Bunclody, Killinerin and other places en route | We propose a new route from Carlow to Gorey via Bunclody and Carnew. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| A91 | Waterford with Newbawn | Passage East/Crooke, Ballyhack and other places en route | We propose a new route from Newbawn to Waterford via the Passage East Ferry. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 132 | Bunclody with Dublin | Tullow, Baltinglass, Blessington and other places en route |
| 368 | Tullow with New Ross | Ballon, Kildavin, Bunclody, Enniscorthy and other places en route |
| 370 | Waterford with Rosslare Harbour | New Ross, Duncannon, Wexford, Rosslare Strand and other places en route |
| 387 | Wexford with Rosslare | Killinick, Rosslare Strand, Tagoat, Kilrane and other places en route |
| 389 | Riverchapel with Gorey | Courtown and other places en route |
| 390 | Wexford with Kilmore Quay | Johnstown Castle, Murntown, Bridgetown, Kilmore and other places en route |
| 872 | Wexford with Kilmuckridge | Castlebridge and other places en route |
| 875 | Blackwater with Wexford | Castlebridge and other places en route |
| 876 | Taghmon with Wexford | Barntown and other places en route |
| 877 | Wexford with Wexford | National Heritage Park, Castlebridge and other places en route |
| 878 | Wexford with Rosslare | Kerlogue Cross, Killinick and other places en route |
| 879 | Gorey with Gorey | Ballycanew, Riverchapel, Courtown, Ballymoney and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Rosslare | Gorey, Wexford and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.
The map shows the existing public transport network and identifies multiple routes that are further described on the following tables.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Wexford with Dublin | Enniscorthy, Gorey, Arklow, Wicklow and other places en route | This corridor is currently served by routes 2, 133, 133B, 133X, 740 and 740A. We propose a better integration of routes along this corridor. A minimum service frequency of 30 minutes is proposed between Wexford and Dublin and between Wicklow and Dublin. |
Regional Corridors generally operate along main roads, connecting cities and large towns and any settlements en route. Corridors can consist of several routes, some provided commercially and some by the State using financial support. Some run the full length of the corridor between places, and some, only on sections. Connecting Ireland will improve the level of service during the core day, evenings and on weekends on Regional Corridors. We will do this by liaising with existing service providers. New services may be added, or existing services improved.
| Route Proposal | Connecting | Serving* | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 183 | Sallins with Arklow | Naas, Blessington, Wicklow, Avoca and other places en route | We propose a new route from Sallins to Arklow via Naas, Blessington, Glendalough, Wicklow and Rathdrum. Minimum service frequency of 4 return trips Monday to Saturday and 3 return trips on Sunday. |
| 874 | Carlow with Knockananna | Kernanstown, Tullow, Baltinglass, Hacketstown and other places en route | We propose to extend route 874 from Hacketstown to Knockananna, with an increase in frequency. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
| 884 | Carlow with Sallins | Baltinglass, Blessington, Naas and other places en route | We propose to extend route 884 from Ballymore Eustace to Carlow. Minimum service frequency of 4 return trips on weekdays and 3 return trips at weekends. |
| A67 | Carlow with Gorey | Fennagh, Bunclody, Killinerin and other places en route | We propose a new route from Carlow to Gorey via Bunclody and Carnew. Minimum service frequency of 3 return trips a day. |
Local routes connect smaller towns and villages and their rural catchments with nearby larger towns. This will improve access to the range of services available in larger centres, at more useful times of the day and week, for those living in rural areas and smaller villages. It will also permit transfer to Regional Services to travel onwards, with timed reliable connections.
| Route | Connecting | Serving* |
|---|---|---|
| 65 | Dublin with Ballyknockan / Ballymore Eustace | Tallaght, Blessington and other places en route |
| 132 | Bunclody with Dublin | Tullow, Baltinglass, Blessington and other places en route |
| 181 | Glendalough with Dublin | Laragh, Roundwood, Bray and other places en route |
| 184 | Newtownmountkennedy with Bray | Kilpedder, Delgany, Greystones and other places en route |
| 84, 84X | Blackrock with Newcastle | Bray, Greystones, Kilcoole and other places en route |
| 800 | Carlow with Arklow | Tullow, Shillelagh, Tinahely, Aughrim and other places en route |
| Train | Dublin with Rosslare | Bray, Greystones, Gorey and other places en route |
No significant changes are planned to these routes. As the public transport network develops, and as more people travel more often and more widely by public transport, we will continue to review their usage and take steps to ensure their continued fitness-for-purpose.
*Serving: The map shows the main alignments of our planned routes and services. Most journeys will take that route. However, there may be a need to deviate from that route to provide connectivity to smaller settlements or areas located off the main alignment, but which also require a level of service. Distinctions may be drawn in the passenger information that we prepare, as support to the maps shown. Connecting Ireland proposes a step-change in public transport connectivity. The minimum level of service we have identified is a starting point in many cases. Where our analysis demonstrates a warrant for levels of service above the minimum, we will plan to provide that, where funding can be identified. Improvements may be delivered in stages as the project proceeds.↩
The map shows the existing as well as the regional corridor and local route proposals as outlined in the "Regional Corridor Proposals", "Local Route Proposals" and "Existing Routes" table in this section.