Aled Williams, Senior Manager South, Bus Éireann, with Joesphine O’ Driscoll, Wild Atlantic Way Manager, Fáilte Ireland, Erin Bottomley, Fáilte Ireland and Tim Murphy, Driver, Bus Éireann in Killarney, Co. Kerry. Image: Pauline Dennigan
Bus Éireann is inviting travellers to make the most of their summer adventures by choosing the bus as their preferred mode of transport along the mesmerising Wild Atlantic Way.
“As the summer holiday season reaches its peak, we want to make travel plans stress-free for our passengers,” stated Aled Williams, Senior Operations Manager, South at Bus Éireann. “Opting for bus travel along the Wild Atlantic Way offers an ideal journey experience. Passengers can unwind and enjoy the comfort of our services, leaving behind concerns about fuel expenses or parking. With Intercity connections to West Cork and Kerry available seven days a week, passengers can take advantage of our frequent services. Our passenger numbers have surged, marking a 20-30% increase compared to 2019. We are excited to link our customers to the Wild Atlantic Way and beyond.”
The partnership between Fáilte Ireland and Expressway has given rise to this initiative, as a part of Fáilte Ireland’s “Keep Discovering” domestic campaign. Josephine O’Driscoll, Wild Atlantic Way Manager at Fáilte Ireland, commented, “We are delighted to collaborate with Expressway to emphasise the accessibility and connectivity provided by the Expressway network for travel along the Wild Atlantic Way. The images showcased on this Expressway Route will remind people of the splendid opportunities available to explore through coach travel, uncovering the joy of home-based holidays. Fáilte Ireland’s ‘Keep Discovering’ campaign operates year-round, highlighting diverse destinations across Ireland.”
The TFI Go app enhances the travel experience for Bus Éireann PSO passengers, enabling them to purchase tickets directly from their smartphones. The digital ticket can be instantly used, eliminating the need for printing. A simple activation before each journey is all that’s required, and passengers can present their digital ticket to the driver while boarding. Utilising a TFI Leap Card on Bus Éireann PSO services provides customers with a noteworthy 30% discount on single adult fares. To learn more about TFI Leap fares and the application process for student or Young Adult Leap Cards, visit www.leapcard.ie.
Expressway Intercity services currently extend a 33% early bird discount for online ticket reservations made at least seven days before travel (subject to availability). Booking tickets online offers passengers guaranteed seating, priority boarding, and advanced email notifications regarding any changes to selected services. For additional details, please visit www.expressway.ie/routes-and-timetables. As summer unfolds, Bus Éireann stands ready to provide a seamless travel experience for explorers traversing the captivating Wild Atlantic Way and beyond.