Attention passengers! Due to the Maam Cross Big Fair on Tuesday, 31 October 2023, there will be a road closure on Route 431 Claremorris to Carraroe. This will affect our bus service on that day. Our Route 431 Claremorris to Carraroe will be able to do the morning run at 6:07am Claremorris to Maum Village only!, and return evening run at 17:45 from Claremorris to Maam Cross and back at 19:20 from Maam Cross to Claremorris. We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this temporary change. Please plan your journey accordingly and stay safe. Thank you for choosing TFI Local Link Galway! #TFILocalLinkGalway #Route431 #MaamCrossBigFair #RoadClosure #PlanYourJourney

Important Notice for TFI Local Link Galway Customers! Due to the Ballinasloe International October Fair & Festival 2023, some of our services will be affected on certain dates. Please note the following changes: On Sunday 1st October, Monday 2nd October and Saturday 7th October, our services 546 Castlerea to Ballinasloe, 547 Portumna to Ballinasloe and 548 Loughrea to Ballinasloe will go as far as Train Station in Ballinasloe. They will not enter the town centre on these dates. On the other days of the festival, please keep an eye out for updates on our website and social media channels. We will try to provide the best service possible, but there may be some delays or diversions due to traffic and road closures. We apologise for any inconvenience caused by these changes and we thank you for your understanding and cooperation. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at: Phone: 091 842 384 Email: galway@locallink.ie Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm We hope you enjoy the festival and stay safe!

Public transportation plays a crucial role in reducing traffic congestion, improving air quality, and mitigating climate change. TFI Local Link, Ireland’s rural transport service, is at the forefront of sustainable transportation initiatives, offering a greener alternative to private vehicles. 1. Reduced Traffic Congestion By encouraging people to use TFI Local Link services, we can significantly reduce traffic congestion on our roads. With fewer cars on the streets, commuting becomes faster and more efficient for everyone. Additionally, reduced congestion leads to shorter travel times and less frustration for passengers. 2. Improved Air Quality Private vehicles are a significant source of air pollution, emitting harmful pollutants such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter. By opting for TFI Local Link services instead, we can collectively reduce our carbon footprint and improve air quality in our communities. This shift towards sustainable transportation helps create cleaner and healthier environments for everyone. 3. Lower Emissions TFI Local Link services operate with a focus on sustainability, utilizing modern vehicles that adhere to strict emission standards. By choosing public transportation over private cars, individuals can significantly reduce their carbon emissions. This reduction in greenhouse gas emissions contributes to the global effort to combat climate change and protect our planet for future generations. 4. Promoting Sustainable Lifestyles Using TFI Local Link services promotes sustainable lifestyles by encouraging individuals to adopt greener transportation habits. By making public transportation more accessible and convenient, TFI Local Link helps create a culture of sustainability within communities. This shift towards sustainable transportation not only benefits the environment but also fosters a sense of community and shared responsibility. 5. Supporting Rural Development TFI Local Link services play a vital role in connecting rural communities, ensuring that residents have access to essential services and amenities. By supporting these services, individuals contribute to the economic development of rural areas while reducing their reliance on private vehicles. This support helps create vibrant and sustainable rural communities that thrive in harmony with their natural surroundings. 6. Introducing Fully Electric Buses TFI Local Link is proud to announce the introduction of its first fully electric buses! These state-of-the-art vehicles are powered by clean energy sources and produce zero tailpipe emissions. By incorporating electric buses into the fleet, TFI Local Link further reduces its environmental impact and sets an example for other transportation providers. By choosing TFI Local Link services, individuals can actively participate in building a more sustainable future. Together, we can reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality, and protect our environment for generations to come. Join the movement towards sustainable transportation with TFI Local Link! References: TFI Local Link - Transport for Ireland Please note that the information provided in this blog post is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.

Are you a student or a young adult who wants to travel more and spend less? If so, you might be interested in the TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card, a smart card that gives you up to 50% off fares on public transport services across Ireland. Whether you need to get to college, work, or just have some fun, this card can help you save money and time. What is the TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card? The TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card is a special type of Leap Card that is designed for students and young adults aged 16 to 24. It allows you to pay for your public transport journeys using a prepaid balance or a travel credit that you can top up online or at any Leap Card agent. You can use it on buses operated by TFI Local Link, and trains, trams, and ferries operated by other TFI service providers. What are the benefits of the TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card? The main benefit of the TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card is that it offers you discounted fares on public transport services. Depending on the service and the distance, you can get up to 50% off the regular adult fare. For example, a single bus journey in Galway city costs €2.40 with cash, but only €1.68 with the TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card. That’s a saving of €0.72 per trip! Another benefit of the TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card is that it is convenient and secure. You don’t have to worry about carrying cash or exact change, or buying tickets every time you travel. You just need to touch your card on the validator when you board and exit the vehicle, and the correct fare will be deducted from your balance. If you lose your card, you can report it online or by phone and get a replacement card with your remaining balance. How to get your TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card? Getting your TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card is easy and fast. You just need to follow these steps: Apply online at https://student.leapcard.ie/New-Card# You will need to upload a photo of your passport or driving licence to prove your age. Your card will be posted to your nominated home address. Once your application is approved, you will receive a confirmation email with a collection code. If you are a third level student (16-18 or 24+), you will need to show your student ID at the nearest Student Leap Card agent to collect your card. To collect your TFI Student Leap Card, visit one of our Student Leap Card agents. Visit: https://about.leapcard.ie/about/where-to-buy Please remember to bring your student card and one other valid form of ID with you when collecting your card. Top up your card online or at any Leap Card agent with the amount you want to spend on public transport. Enjoy travelling cheaper and smarter with the TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card! Don’t miss this opportunity! If you are a student or a young adult who wants to make the most of your time and money in Ireland, don’t miss this opportunity to get your TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card today! It’s a great way to travel around the country, explore new places, and have fun with your friends. For more information about TFI Local Link Galway, visit www.locallinkgalway.ie or contact us at 091 842 384. We’re always happy to help! 😊

TFI Local Link Galway, the rural transport service provider, would like to inform the users of Route 432 Carraroe to Clifden that there will be two changes affecting the service starting from Monday, 28th August 2023. The first change is in Costelloe, where the bus stop will be moved from the current location at Raidió na Gaeltachta Cross to the new location at Casla Chemist. The change is due to the safety of the passengers and staff, as the current location poses a traffic hazard and a visibility issue. The second change is in Rosmuc, Kilkieran and Carna, where the schedule of the service will have some minor adjustments to improve the efficiency and reliability of the service. The updated timetable will be found on the TFI Local Link Galway website at: https://www.locallinkgalway.ie/dynamic-timetables/route-432---carraroe-to-clifden TFI Local Link Galway apologises for any difficulties these changes may cause to the regular users of the service and asks for their understanding and cooperation. For any questions or feedback about the changes, you can contact them by phone at 091 842384 or by email at galway@locallink.ie

Are you ready for an exciting opportunity to win a fantastic prize? TFI Local Link Galway is thrilled to announce our latest giveaway! We're giving away a TFI Leap Card worth €20 to one lucky winner. With this amazing prize, you'll have the chance to explore Galway and its surroundings, all while enjoying the convenience of local transportation. Participating in our giveaway is simple. Just follow these easy steps: Like our Facebook page: Head over to our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/locallinkgalway and give us a like. Stay updated with our latest news, services, and future giveaways by becoming a part of our online community. Like the giveaway post: Look for the dedicated giveaway post on our Facebook page. Show your support by liking the post and let us know you're interested in winning the TFI Leap Card. Tag three friends: Spread the excitement by tagging three of your friends in the comments of the giveaway post. Encourage them to participate as well, so they too can have a chance to win this fantastic prize. By completing these three steps, you'll automatically be entered into our giveaway. It's that easy! But wait, there's more! If you're interested in learning more about the services offered by TFI Local Link Galway, we're here to help. Our dedicated team is available to assist you from Monday to Friday, between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm. Simply give us a call at 091 842384, and we'll provide you with all the information you need. Whether you're a local resident or planning a visit to Galway, TFI Local Link Galway is your go-to transportation service. We offer reliable, convenient, and affordable options to help you navigate the area and discover its hidden gems. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to win a TFI Leap Card worth €20! Take part in our giveaway today by liking our Facebook Page, sharing the giveaway post, and tagging three friends. Remember, the more friends you tag, the higher your chances of winning. Good luck to all participants! Stay tuned to our Facebook Page for updates, and be sure to keep an eye out for future giveaways and exciting news from TFI Local Link Galway. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/locallinkgalway

TFI Local Link Galway would like to invite you to enter our competition below. TELL US HOW TFI LOCAL LINK BENEFITS YOU? Are you a regular traveller on the TFI Local Link Galway bus service? Do you want a chance to win a free TFI Leap Card? Look no further! We have an exciting competition just for you. Share your story and get a chance to win this amazing opportunity to experience the convenience and benefits of the TFI Local Link Galway services. Read on to find out how you can participate and potentially be the lucky winner! To enter the competition, all you need to do is visit our website at https://www.locallinkgalway.ie/leapcardcompetition. Once you're there, follow these simple steps: Upload a photo (of yourself) with the TFI Local Link Bus: Capture a memorable moment of you on one of our buses. Whether it's a scenic view or a happy journey, we want to see your experiences with TFI Local Link Galway. Share your story: In a few words, tell us how the TFI Local Link Galway services have benefited you. Has it made your daily commute more convenient? Connected you with friends and family? We'd love to hear how TFI Local Link Galway has positively impacted your life. Don't forget to review the terms and conditions before submitting your entry. They can be found at https://www.locallinkgalway.ie/lcctc. Familiarise yourself with the rules to ensure your entry is eligible for consideration. Why TFI Local Link Galway? TFI Local Link Galway is committed to providing reliable and efficient bus services to the residents of Galway. With a strong focus on community connections, we strive to enhance the quality of life for passengers by offering convenient transportation options. From rural areas to urban centres, we ensure that everyone can access essential services, educational institutions, and social activities. Take this opportunity to share your story and win a free TFI Leap Card. Visit our website at https://www.locallinkgalway.ie/leapcardcompetition, upload your photo, and tell us how TFI Local Link Galway has made a difference in your life. Don't miss your chance to experience the convenience and benefits of our services. Join us in promoting community connections, accessibility, and sustainability with TFI Local Link Galway. Good luck!

Have you used services on: Route 431 Claremorris to Carraroe Route 432 Clifden to Carraroe Route 546 Castlerea to Ballinasloe recently? Take this survey and share your thoughts by Friday, June 9 2023! The survey is part of a master's degree in Rural Futures Planning and Innovation at the University of Galway gauging public perception of rural transportation services provided in Western Ireland. Participation is voluntary and anonymous. If you choose to participate in the study, it will take approximately five minutes of your time. Please click here to submit your response by midnight on Friday, June 9, 2023.

Plan your travels wisely for the upcoming Bank Holiday on Monday, June 5th, 2023! Here's the schedule for various routes: ✅ Route 432: Carraroe to Clifden - Operating as usual ✅ Route 438: Tuam to Galway - Operating as usual ✅ Route 546: Castlerea to Ballinasloe - Operating as usual ⚠️ Route 431: Claremorris to Carraroe - Operating on Sunday/Bank Holiday timetable. 📢 Important: All other services will NOT be operating on Monday, June 5th, 2023. Make sure to plan your trips accordingly and enjoy your Bank Holiday! If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to us. #BankHolidayMonday #TravelSchedule #PlanAhead #TFI #Locallinkgalway

Dear Customers, Ahead of the Route 438 Galway to Tuam launch date, we would like to inform you that, as a result of scheduling conflicts, it has become necessary to make amendments to the timetable for Route 438 Galway to Tuam. We have updated our website with the most up-to-date timetable for your convenience. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you for your understanding. Route 438 Timetable: https://www.locallinkgalway.ie/dynamic-timetables/route-438-tuam-to-galway

TFI Local Link Galway is launching a new bus route which will improve connectivity between Tuam and Galway from 22nd of May 2023. This new route is part of the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan which is a major national public transport initiative developed and funded by the National Transport Authority (NTA) as part of the Transport for Ireland Network. Route 438 will operate 3 return services a day, 7 days a week. The route will be serviced by an electric fully accessible vehicle which will deliver a cleaner, quieter and more comfortable journey for passengers. The route from Galway to Tuam will offer enhanced connectivity to villages and areas such as Belclare, Caherlistrane, Headford, Aucloggeen, Cor an Dola, Eanach Dhúin, Cluain Bú, Baile an Dúlaigh and Mionlach. It will also provide a new connection between Tuam and Headford, a new link from Cor an Dola into Galway City passing by Lough Corrib and will offer a peak-time service for commuters. The route will also improve connectivity to University Hospital Galway, the University of Galway (NUIG) and Galway Cathedral. Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan said: “Route 438 will connect several communities in East Galway with health, education and social services in Galway City. It is one of several routes in Galway being rolled out this year under the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan which aims to significantly increase transport connectivity for people living in rural Ireland. Nationally, we are delivering a new or enhanced bus route every week. This is the greatest investment in rural transport we have seen in decades, providing people with new, more frequent bus choices, and connecting communities to key services as well as onward national rail and bus transport.” Anne Graham, CEO of the NTA said: “This is the second of five phases under the Connecting Ireland programme and it’s already proving a huge success. Last year 38 new and enhanced bus services were launched by Connecting Ireland, with 67 new and enhanced routes planned for 2023, which will offer greater connectivity between towns and villages across the country. The new 438 service from Tuam to Galway will have a significant positive impact on the local community as it will improve access to essential hospital services, the University and other local amenities. The NTA is committed to further enhancing Connecting Ireland bus services across the country.” Speaking ahead of the launch, TFI Local Link Galway Manager, Joe Greally said: “This is a welcome addition to the TFI Local Link Galway network. We are very excited to be able to announce this vital service after many months of consultation and planning. We are sure that this new service will enhance the lives of the travelling public and give a viable alternative to private transport within this region. TFI Local Link public transport services are an important component of daily life linking people with jobs, education, healthcare, shopping and recreation/tourist facilities. The design of a sustainable transport infrastructure has a fundamental impact on the health and wellbeing of people in the community.” Notes: For route information, call (091) 842 384 or visit www.locallinkgalway.ie Timetable Fares To learn more about the five year Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan visit: www.nationaltransport.ie/connecting-ireland/

In response to the growing demand for this service, we are pleased to inform that from Wednesday 19th October 2022 the Route 431 timetable will change. The bus will be starting in Claremorris from the Train Station at 6:07am heading to Maam Cross. There will be few changes to the bus stops: Hollymount : at KJ Fahey's (previously at Finerty's Pub) Cornamona : at Coláiste Naomh Feichín (previously at Midway Stores) Costelloe : at Casla Chemist (previously at Raidió Gaeltachta Cross) Please like and share to spread the news! Please keep an eye on our website & social media channels for further updates. Our Facebook: @locallinkgalway Most up to date Route 431 Claremorris to Carraroe timetable: Click Here