A public consultation has opened in proposed bus service enhancements between Cavan and Longford.
The consultation runs until Sunday, December 7th, and invites feedback from residents and commuters.
The new seven-day-a-week service would connect Longford and Cavan via Cloondara, Tarmonbarry, Roosky, Dromod, Mohill, Carrigallen, Killeshandra, and Crossdoney.
The National Transport Authority says it's designed to restore and enhance public transport access for these areas, following a license amendment to Expressway Route 23.
The service will operate a minimum of three to four services per day in each direction, including morning and evening peak-time journeys.
Improved integration with regional and local transport is a key feature of the proposal, with enhanced connections to bus and train services at Longford and Dromod Train Stations, and Cavan Bus Station.
In addition to improving daily travel for residents, the proposed route is aimed at supporting tourism in Ireland's Hidden Heartlands by creating a new local connection within the region.
The new services will connect with the TFI Go app, enabling journey planning and cashless payments are available through the Leap Card Scheme.
Free Travel Passes will also be valid on the route.
The NTA is encouraging communities along the corridor to share their thoughts.
Stakeholders can review proposals and submit feedback on the National Transport Authority Consultation Portal.
The NTA says it aims to implement the proposed service enhancements in 2026, subject to securing additional funding and resources.
