From Monday, 29 September, TFI Local Link Mayo will enhance Route 460 a/b between Castlebar and Achill Island.
This enhanced 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 (TFI) Network.
New Routes 460a and 460b will replace and provide an extension to the current Route 978 service which connects Béal an Mhuirthead and Castlebar.
Route 460a will operate five daily return services between Gob an Choire and Castlebar, providing a brand new connection to Achill Island from Castlebar and surrounding areas.
Route 460b will operate three daily return services between Béal an Mhuirthead and Castlebar, which will replace the current service offered by Route 978. The routes combined will provide eight daily return services between Mulranny, Newport and Castlebar, 7 days a week.
The new routes will provide peak-time and evening services and will offer connectivity to regional bus services, Castlebar Station, Mayo Hospital and to the villages and areas of Bun na hAbhna, Bangor Erris, Ballycroy, Poll Raithní, Mulranny and Newport.
Speaking ahead of the launch, TFI Local Link Mayo Manager Sarah Togher, said:
“We are delighted to see continue investment in public transport services in county Mayo, this service is more than just a bus – it’s a vital connection that enables rural communities in Bangor Erris and Achill to live, work, and thrive. The service tackles isolation, supports local businesses, and ensures everyone has access to essential services including education and health services. TFI Local Link is an inclusive transport network working to keep our villages connected.”
For route and timetable information, visit www.locallinkmayo.ie
To learn more about the five year Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan
