News - Bus
Just 5 complaints made last year by passengers on major local bus routes
One passenger claimed a route 23 bus skipped their stop, resulting in the customer missing a flight.
Jul 20, 2023 13:58
Technical examination underway at scene of fatal Longford traffic incident
The road remains closed this morning and local diversions are in place.
Apr 7, 2023 07:53
Tullamore hosts launch of Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan
Minister Eamon Ryan says last year figures show that people respond positively to new routes.
Feb 17, 2023 13:14
Technical examination continuing at scene of fatal Westmeath bus crash
The crash occurred along the old Athlone to Moate road near Killogeenaghan and it's expected the road will remain closed until 3pm this afternoon.
Jan 5, 2023 13:05
Technical examination underway at scene of Westmeath bus crash
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses or any road users with dashcam footage to come forward.
Jan 5, 2023 07:43
Over 50 appeals lodged to School Transport Appeals Board this year
The appeals are in reference to decisions on the School Transport Scheme, which provides free school bus places to children.
Dec 23, 2022 13:35
Over 6,700 bus tickets issued to local students
Nationally over 121,500 tickets for mainstream school transport compared to 107,000 tickets for 2021/2022 academic year.
Sep 8, 2022 11:37
Elphin locals urged to support remaining bus services following route cancellation
The area is still served with a Local Link service.
Jul 19, 2022 13:47
Public transport fares to be reduced from today
The young adult must apply for a Leap Card to benefit.
May 9, 2022 07:28
Bus Eireann confirms two local services cancelled today due to staffing issues
Several people were left stranded in Longford as a result of the issue.
Mar 16, 2022 17:09
Special bus bringing people from Leitrim, Roscommon and Sligo for cancer treatment in Dublin
The bus was launched at the end of last year and it's hoped that more people from the region will use it and ensure that the service can continue
Mar 1, 2022 17:42
Athlone bus driver highlights impact of illegal parking
Motorists are causing serious health risks to commuters.
Dec 2, 2021 17:24
Ballinasloe group vows to hold more protests over cancelled bus route
People are struggling with the changes to the bus service which stopped operating in August.
Sep 8, 2021 13:13
Anger as concessionary student bus tickets withdrawn ahead of schools' return
Students and their parents are being told this week that they can't travel on school services'.
Aug 24, 2021 13:07Shannonside Newsletter
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