The National Transport Authority (NTA), in partnership with Bus Éireann, is pleased to announce an extended 105X Dublin to Fairyhouse Road via Ratoath service.

Enhanced 105X Service between Ratoath and M3 Parkway Park & Ride from 1st November

From the 1st of November 2026, commuters on Route 105X will benefit from improved connectivity between Ratoath and M3 Parkway Park & Ride.

New departures 06:45 from Ratoath, and 19:15 from M3 Parkway Park and Ride

Connecting Ireland logo (smaller)The extended service being introduced include a 06:45 departure from Ratoath to M3 Parkway Park and Ride and a 19:15 departure from M3 Parkway Park and Ride to Ratoath.

To improve journey times and provide a more rapid, reliable service, Route 105X will now operate via the M3 motorway.

As a result, the following stops will no longer be served by the 105X:

  • Bullstown
  • Newtown Commons
  • Coolquay
  • Ward Cross
  • Broughan
  • Kilshane
  • Kildonan
  • Kilshane Cross

The 103 will continue to serve these stops.

Bus Route 105X with improved public transport connections

Speaking on the additional services on route 105X; John Nott, Head of Public Transport Services Planning at the National Transport Authority, said:

“We are pleased to roll out these amendments to Route 105X. The revised timetable will provide commuters in Ratoath and the surrounding areas with improved public transport connections, including greater access to rail services via M3 Parkway Park & Ride. These changes will offer more travel options and support growing demand for sustainable transport in the area.”

More Information

Further information on the 105x route is available here.