Passengers in West Clare are set to benefit from improved bus services along the Wild Atlantic Way with the enhancement of Route 350 between Galway to Ennis via the Cliffs of Moher and the introduction of a new Route 351 between the Cliffs of Moher to Galway City, via Fanore.
These service developments are intended to
From Sunday, 27th July, Bus Éireann will enhance its Route 350 service, offering
Notably, Route 350 will now operate along the N67 between Ballyvaughan and Lisdoonvarna.
On the same day, a new service, Route 351, will commence operations, providing additional connectivity in the region.
Route 351, operated by TFI Local Link Limerick Clare, will provide
The route is designed to facilitate onward travel connections,
Both services will be accessible through the TFI Live app, allowing for real-time journey planning. TFI Leap Card payments will be accepted, and Free Travel Passes will be valid on applicable services.
According to John Nott, Head of Public Transport Service Planning at the National Transport Authority:
“These service improvements directly reflect the needs of the communities and visitors along the Wild Atlantic Way. By strengthening connectivity and reliability, we’re making sustainable travel a more appealing and accessible choice for everyone in the region. We also want to sincerely thank all who participated in the consultation earlier this year—your feedback was invaluable in shaping a service that truly meets local and visitor needs.”
“Bus Éireann is delighted to introduce these enhanced services in West Clare & South Galway, increasing transport options for passengers in the region,” said Brian Connolly, Bus Éireann Senior Regional Manager, West. “These improvements will positively impact passengers travelling for work, leisure, health and education. Demand for our services is high and we have seen considerable growth in recent years, delivering over 111.6 million passenger journeys last year. Bus Éireann continues to enhance connectivity across the country, delivering an affordable, reliable and sustainable bus service for communities throughout Ireland, helping to make life better.”
Speaking on the new service, TFI Local Link Limerick Clare General Manager Anne Gaughan, said: “We are absolutely delighted to introduce the new 351 services, complementing Bus Éireann’s 350 route and greatly enhancing connectivity across the region. This partnership represents another positive step forward in delivering integrated and accessible public transport for our rural communities. The new 351 will improve travel options for both locals and visitors, enabling better access to essential services, employment opportunities, and tourism destinations. We look forward to working closely with the national Transport Authority to ensure the continued success of this service.”
These enhancements follow a public consultation held in January 2025 and are part of the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan, a national initiative developed and funded by the National Transport Authority. The plan is aligned with the objectives of Project Ireland 2040 and the Climate Action Plan and is designed to strengthen rural public transport as part of the Transport for Ireland (TFI) network.
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