As part of the latest phase of the National Transport Authority’s nationwide programme, TFI Local Link RRS services in Wexford will now accept contactless payment onboard services. Payments using debit or credit cards, as well as digital wallets such as Apple Pay and Google Pay will now be accepted allowing for easier and more convenient journeys.

The Wexford rollout follows a highly successful pilot scheme in Cavan and Monaghan, alongside recent expansions into Louth, Meath, Fingal, Limerick, Clare, Carlow, Kilkenny, Wicklow, Longford, Westmeath, and Roscommon. Building on the success of contactless payment elsewhere on the network, this rollout reflects the NTA’s commitment to making public transport easier to use through modern and convenient ticketing options for rural and regional communities.

Contactless payment is currently available for single-journey fares. Daily and weekly fare products remain available through the Leap website and the TFI Leap Top-Up App. TFI Leap cards, cash payments and Free Travel Cards continue to be accepted across all eligible TFI Local Link services.

The initiative forms part of the NTA’s continued plan to update public transport fare systems nationwide, which strives to promote accessibility and improve the passenger experience for those in rural and regional communities.

Edmund Betagh, TFI Local Link Programme Manager at the NTA, said: “The introduction of contactless payment on TFI Local Link Wexford RRS services marks another important step in making public transport more accessible and convenient for passengers. The strong uptake seen in other areas where contactless payment has been introduced reflects passengers’ preference for simple, fast and secure ways to pay for their journeys. As we continue to expand contactless payment across the TFI Local Link network, our focus remains on enhancing the customer experience and making public transport an even more attractive option for communities throughout Ireland.”

Mark Kinsella, General Manager at TFI Local Link Wexford, added:

“We’re pleased to introduce contactless payment on TFI Local Link Wexford RRS services offering greater flexibility and choice when paying for their journey. Feedback from areas where contactless payment has already been rolled out has been largely positive, highlighting the value of simple and convenient payment options. The introduction of onboard contactless payments options will make it even easier for customers to access local public transport services while supporting our ongoing commitment to improving connectivity and serving communities across County Wexford.”

From Monday 5th October 2026, our 06:45 service from Wexford to Rosslare will depart 15 minutes earlier at 06:30.

This change is necessary due to morning congestion at Rosslare Europort and will help:

Passengers travelling on the 08:15 Stena Line ferry to Fishguard to arrive with sufficient time for boarding.

Allow adequate time for passengers to board the 07:25 service from Rosslare Harbour to Wexford Town, helping those travelling for work, school and onward connections arrive on time.

We appreciate your understanding and ask passengers to please take note of the new 06:30 departure time from Wexford from Monday 5th October.

Please share this information to help us spread the word.

Changes to cash fare options on selected TFI Local Link services are due to come into effect on 17^th August 2026.

Under planned changes, several fare products including Adult Return, Adult 7-Day, Young Adult Single, Young Adult Return, Young Adult 7-Day, Child 7-Day and Child Return will no longer be available to purchase with cash. However, customers can continue to purchase both Adult Single and Child Single fares with cash.

Customers who currently use these fare options are encouraged to avail of alternative payment methods including TFI Leap Cards, the TFI Go app and coming soon to Wexford…contactless payment!

TFI Leap Cards, including Young Adult and Student Leap Cards, offer a convenient way to pay and can provide better value for passengers. Availing of digital payment options can also help create a quicker, smoother and more seamless travel experience.

These changes form part of ongoing efforts to reduce cash handling on services while continuing to offer core cash fare options to customers.

For more information on fares and payment options, visit https://www.transportforireland.ie/tfi-local-link/

The Bannow and Rathangan Show celebrates its 75^th show on the 9^th  July at Killag, Duncormick, Co. Wexford. The show started in Littlegraigue in 1949 and moved to Killag in 1980, the present home of the show, with the motto of  ‘A Fun Day Out for All the Family’.

The show will have a wonderful array of Trade Stands highlighting local businesses. There is also children’s entertainment, food demonstrations, a fashion show, live music, horses, ponies, cattle, sheep, dog show, sheepdog trials, vintage, and lots more. TFI Local Link Wexford are delighted to attend again this year where we are very much looking forward to meeting up with passengers and friends on the day.

And it couldn’t be easier to get there with our Killag Shuttle. This bus is connecting with Route 388 and route 392 which means you can get on in Duncormick and Wellintonbridge coming from Wexford town, New Ross and all the stops along that route. Check out our times on the timetable drop down menu on the home page. Also we will distribute information to those services which you can pick up during the week.

Hope to see you there!

At TFI Local Link Wexford, we are incredibly proud to have been nominated in the Community Impact category, recognising our commitment to connecting communities and improving accessibility for people right across County Wexford.

Since beginning operations in 2015, our focus has always been on supporting local communities through safe, reliable and affordable public transport services. Every day, we see first-hand the positive impact accessible transport can have on people’s lives — whether it is helping someone get to work, attend a medical appointment, meet friends and family, go shopping or simply remain connected within their community.

As part of the national TFI Local Link network operating on behalf of the National Transport Authority, we work with 11 local bus operators across County Wexford to deliver a combination of Regular Rural Services and Demand Responsive Transport services designed around the needs of local people.

Being nominated for a Community Impact award is a huge honour for our entire team and for the communities we proudly serve.

At the heart of everything we do is community. Our services are about much more than transport — they are about helping people maintain independence, reduce isolation and access opportunities that might otherwise be out of reach.

We are especially proud of the role our services play in supporting rural communities throughout Wexford. For many passengers — particularly older people, young people, those without access to a car, and people living in more isolated areas — Local Link services provide an essential lifeline.

Our Regular Rural Services operate on scheduled routes connecting towns and villages across the county several days each week, offering affordable and dependable transport for commuters, students and residents.

Alongside these services, our Demand Responsive Transport network provides a flexible pre-booked service for passengers living in more rural locations, with many routes offering convenient door-to-door collection where possible.

We are also proud to accept the Free Travel Pass on all services and remain committed to making accessibility and inclusion a priority for every passenger.

Beyond transport itself, we know our services make a real social impact by helping combat loneliness and isolation while also supporting local businesses and rural economies throughout County Wexford.

One of the most rewarding parts of our work is hearing directly from passengers who describe the service as a lifeline that helps them stay active, independent and connected within their communities.

As communities continue to grow and evolve, we remain focused on adapting and expanding our services to meet changing local needs while improving rural connectivity and integration with wider public transport networks.

This nomination means a great deal to us because it reflects the trust and support we receive from communities throughout County Wexford.

We would like to sincerely thank our passengers, local operators, community partners and dedicated staff who support the service every single day. This recognition belongs to all of them.

We remain committed to delivering accessible, dependable and community-focused transport services that continue to make a genuine difference in people’s lives.

For more information on our services, routes and timetables visit TFI Local Link Wexford.

St Patrick’s Day 2026

Well how fast did that come about ‘eh?

This St. Patrick’s day why not leave the car at home and hop on the bus to your St. Patrick’s Day destination. However, before you go take a moment to look at our couple of alterations / diversions in place to accommodate a parade in your area. Please note that on all public holiday’s services operate to Sunday times (where applicable) on your timetable.

All timetables can be viewed on our website www.locallinkwexford.ie OR call us in the office on 053 901 1828 from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday (office closed on Public Holiday) for your transport information.

Happy St Patrick’s Day!!

Route 359 New Ross to Enniscorthy via Rathnure

From 13:30 to 17:30 the 359 service will turn off at Milehouse via the Still and come in to town via the R744 St John’s Road. During Road closures we will be unable to service The Lyre, Milehouse Road, Bellefield Road, Marconi Park, Gort na Greine, Ross Road, St Patricks Street, and Cathedral Street on the 13:45 service from New Ross; and the same plus Weafer street on the 15:10 service from Esmonde Road.

Route 368 New Ross to Enniscorthy via Davidstown

From 13:30 to 17:30 the 368 will continue on the R744 on it’s approach to town rather than turning for Milehouse. On the 15:10 from New Ross we will be unable to serve The Lyre, Bellefield and the Duffry. On the 14:00 and 16:45 from Enniscorthy we will be unable to serve Weafer street, Bellefield and the Lyre.

Route 369 Enniscorthy to Bunclody / Tullow

On the 10:30 service from Enniscorthy we will come down from Carrig Ban and turn right at the village ending the service just past Applegreen. The next service will start as normal in Market Square at 12:00

Route 384 Wexford to Enniscorthy

The 384 will continue on the R744 on it’s approach to town travelling along John Street instead of Munster Hill and Parnell street. From Wexford on the 12:30 and 15:00 we will be unable to serve Munster Hill and Parnell Road. On the 13:45 and 16:10 from Enniscorthy we will be unable to serve Weafer Street, Parnell road and Munster Hill.

Route 387 Wexford to Rosslare Strand & Harbour

All services from 09:00 to 13:00 from Rosslare will use the relief ring road on the approach to town. During the road closure, we will be unable to service Drinagh, Kerlogue, Trinity Street all Quays Stops. Bus will turn left at hospital and come in to Redmond Square via Carcur / Redmond Road.

Route 388 Duncormick to Wexford

During the parade in Carrig On Bannow we will be unable to service the village at 13:31 / 15:01 travelling from Wexford and at 14:08 and 15:38 travelling from Duncormick

Route 389 Riverchapel to Gorey

On the 11:30 service from Gorey we will be unable to services stops at the Hospital, Main street and Esmonde street. Instead after the Train station the bus will take the route past the Hatch lab and join up with the Courtown Road via the R732 Raheenagurren.

Route 392 Wellingtonbridge to New Ross

As far as we are aware, there should be no diversion for the 392 but you may experience delays during parade times

Route 399 Hook Area to New Ross

On the 13:00 service from New Ross the 399 may need to make a Temporary stop at Ashgrove instead of Fethard on Sea and then onward on the R734 to Hookless village.

From March 1^st only valid, in-date FTP cards will be accepted on-board Transport for Ireland services. This is part of an initiative by the Department of Social Protection who are encouraging people to renew their Public Services Card.

Renew or apply at MyWelfare.ie or at your local Intero or PSC centre.

Allow 10 days for delivery.

Here in the Local Link office we have been trying to keep our Christmas excitement on the low down till December but following Santa’s Visit to Wexford Town to switch on the lights we burst out the tinsel, put the Christmas Jumpers on and started working on our Christmas bus schedules.

The Christmas schedule will be in the Wexford People Papers suppliment for the next three issues starting Wednesday 26th November; so you can cut out and keep handy. But of course you can also find them here on our website and on our social pages too.

So get yourself a mince pie and check out the times for Christmas week!

This Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September we have a number of diversions in place.

1: Route 399 Hook to New Ross: On Saturday 14th we will be unable to services stops at Poulfur, Saltmills and Tintern for the duration of the race in this stage.

2: Route 2204 Hook to Wexford – pre book service: On Saturday 14th we will be unable to service areas of Poulfur, Gorteens and Saltmills.

3: Route 4785 Ramsgrange to Wexford PM – pre book service: On Saturday 14th we will be unable to pick up at Saltmills and Tintern.

4: Route 392 Wellingtonbridge to New Ross: We will be unable to service Ballycullane for the duration of the races

5: Route 388 Duncormick to Wexford: On Sunday 15th we will be unable to service Duncormick for the duration of the race stage in this area

6: Route 387 Wexford to Rosslare: The Annual Pikeman Triathlon is on in Rosslare Strand from 7am to 12 noon, we will be unable to access any stops at Rosslare Strand bar Grange Cove. Tagoat will be services on the main road at the Bus Eireann stops.

Once races are over it will be business as usual.

Thank you & have a great weekend!

Around 263,000 children aged 5 to 8 are now eligible for free travel on all TFI services

The National Transport Authority (NTA) has today launched the new Child 5–8 Leap Card, giving children aged 5 to 8 free access to public transport across the TFI network. Around 263,000 children across Ireland are now eligible for this expanded travel scheme, which they can use right up to their 9^th birthdays.

Families may apply for Child 5-8 Card from today

Families will be able to apply for the card from today, via the online portal at leapcard.ie

The card covers all TFI public transport services – bus, train and tram

This new TFI Leap Card marks a significant expansion of Ireland’s free travel policy for children. While those under 5 already travel free without a card, children aged 5 to 8 using the new TFI Leap Card will now avail of the same benefit. The card covers all TFI public transport services, including Dublin Bus, Bus Éireann, Go-Ahead Ireland, TFI Local Link, Iarnród Éireann, and LUAS.

Easier for families to plan affordable journeys

The new 5-8 Child Leap Card will make it easier for families to plan affordable journeys, and encourages a shift to more sustainable, connected travel across the TFI network.

Reducing transport costs for families

This initiative, first announced in Budget 2025, is a key step in supporting families by reducing transport costs and promoting early adoption of sustainable travel habits. It also reflects the NTA’s commitment to making public transport more accessible, inclusive, and affordable.

Supporting parents and guardians in their everyday routines

Speaking on the initiative, Minister Darragh O’Brien said: “This initiative delivers on the  clear commitment in the Programme for Government to make public transport more affordable and accessible for families. This practical and meaningful step supports parents and guardians in their everyday routines and contributes to our broader goals of reducing emissions, improving connectivity, and creating a more sustainable transport network for the future.”

The Child 5–8 Leap Card makes public transport a real and attractive option for families

Interim CEO to the NTA, Hugh Creegan, added: “The introduction of the Child 5–8 Leap Card is another important milestone in our work to make public transport a real and attractive option for families.

“Children can use this card right up until their 9th birthday, making it a valuable support for households during those early years. We are proud to support a change that not only benefits families today but also build the foundation for a more sustainable transport culture into the future.”

Further information

For more information on the application process
and the Child 5-8 Leap Card,
please visit Child (5-8) TFI Leap Card – Leap Card

From June 16th 2025 there will be a fare increase on the following services:

Route 359 New Ross to Enniscorthy via Rathnure

Route 368 New Ross to Enniscorthy via Davidstown

Route 384 Wexford to Enniscorthy

Route 387 Wexford to Rosslare

Route 388 Duncormick to Wexford

These fare increases are to pull fares in line with other fare structures around the country.

Staggered fare structures are complicates and a very large file format so it is not possible for us to put the full information on line. We will update out Min/Max schedule when the fares are applied on the 16th. But is you want to check your fare please don’t hesitate to call us in the office on 053 901 1828 and we can check it out for you.

From the 27^th of March, TFI Local Link Wexford will enhance bus services between Wexford and Enniscorthy.

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.

Route 384 will be improved with an additional evening return service between Wexford and Enniscorthy, as well as between Wexford and Wilton. These additional services will operate from Thursday to Saturday, as well as on Sundays preceding Public Holiday Mondays.

As a result, the service will operate five daily return trips from Monday to Wednesday, six daily return trips from Thursday to Saturday and on Sundays before Public Holidays, and four daily return trips on Sundays and Public Holidays.

The enhanced will continue to offer peak-time services and improved connectivity to Redmond Square and regional bus and rails services and for the villages and areas of Glynn, Killurin, Ballyhogue, Bree, Wilton and Tomnalosset.

Speaking ahead of the launch TFI Local Link Wexford General Manager MaryB O’ Leary said: “The addition of late evening services has been eagerly awaited by those living in villages along the route.  I expect they will be used by people of all ages to access social and cultural activities.”

To learn more about the five year Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan visit: www.nationaltransport.ie/connecting-ireland/

TFI Local Link Wexford are working with the National Transport Authority to introduce a town bus service in Enniscorthy. To progress the implementation of a designated town bus service, TFI Local Link Wexford, with the assistance of the Conundrum Project, have prepared a questionnaire to provide information on the public transport requirements of Enniscorthy’s residents.

TFI Local Link Wexford currently manage four seven-day services that  serve  a number of areas within Enniscorthy and the town stops are showing usage by those living in the town  despite the lack of actual bus stops. This highlights the appetite for public transport in the town. The TFI Local Link Wexford team and Wexford Co. Council Roads and Active Travel teams are working with the NTA to have bus stops installed.

MaryB O’Leary, General Manager, TFI Local Link Wexford: “In order for us to collate as much information as possible to design with the NTA the best possible town bus service for Enniscorthy we ask people to complete the survey.  This is an opportunity for Enniscorthy residents to shape a town service for their town. The results of the survey will be Collated and shared with the NTA so we can begin to plan and work towards a seven-day town service.

We have no implementation date for the town service, that will be determined by the NTA and subject to funding but we will do all we can to expedite the introduction of the service.”

TFI Local Link Wexford is a member of the Enniscorthy Interagency Group who work with a wide range of stakeholders in the town to improve the lives of those living in the town and also work with the Conundrum Project, a research team based at University College Dublin and Trinity College Dublin, in collaboration with their partner TASC. Conundrum launched a strategy based on the out- come of workshops, focus groups and interviews with local communities and other stakeholders in Enniscorthy since November 2023. The strategy recorded the challenges and opportunities related to mobility experienced by different stakeholders in Enniscorthy. It presented multiple solutions and recommended actions for achieving sustainable mobility futures in Enniscorthy. It is a strategy by the community, for the community, to help shape real change. One of those recommendations was a designated town bus service.

“A town bus service for Enniscorthy is more than just transport – it’s a vital lifeline for communities.  It will connect residents to jobs, healthcare, education, social activities, shops and businesses, helping the town thrive. Whether you use the bus regularly or only occasionally, your feedback is crucial in shaping its future. I would encourage people to take a few minutes to complete the survey and ensure any new bus service meets the needs of everyone in the town”. Ann Marie Laffin, Sláintecare Healthy Communities Local Development Officer, Wexford CoCo.

The Climate Action team of Wexford Co. Council are one of the stakeholders on the Interagency Group. Frank Burke, Climate Action Coordinator Wexford Co. Council: “As part of the Wexford County Council Climate Action Plan 2024 – 2029, a register of opportunities was identified for Enniscorthy, as it is our selected Decarbonisation Zone within the County of Wexford. This register is a portfolio of potential actions, projects, technologies, and interventions. It is strategic and focused on changes that could lead to large-scale emission reduction. One of the opportunities identified relates to Transport and more specifically reducing carbon emissions in Enniscorthy due to increased Active Travel.

 Enniscorthy Decarbonisation Zone requires a reduction in our emissions by 51% by 2030 and the addition of an Enniscorthy Town Bus Service would contribute significantly to meeting this target. In addition, it would allow the people of Enniscorthy to reduce their dependence on cars and reduce traffic in the town and would have the added benefit of improving air quality. The provision of a Town Bus Service in Enniscorthy is a key action of the Decarbonisation Zone actions (DZBET4).”

 Please take a few minutes to complete the survey by clicking on the following link: https://forms.gle/ZNzkdhVHiThYjRrX6

OR scanning the QR code below: