Translink announces summer timetable changes and July Holiday travel updates

Translink is reminding passengers that summer timetables have come into effect from Tuesday 1st July, in line with the school holidays.

The changes apply to Ulsterbus, Goldliner, Metro/Glider and Foyle Metro services, with customers advised to check updated schedules before travelling.

In addition, Translink has confirmed special service arrangements for the upcoming July Bank Holiday weekend, affecting both bus and train services on Saturday 12th July and Monday 14th July.

For local bus services, Metro, Glider, Ulsterbus, and Goldliner will operate weekend or holiday schedules, and travellers should confirm details for their specific route ahead of time.

Train services will also be affected:

• Enterprise cross-border service will operate a normal timetable on Saturday 12th July, and a Saturday timetable on Monday 14th July.

• NI Railways will run regular schedules on Saturday 12th July, with a revised weekday timetable in place from Monday 14th to Friday 18th July.

Due to road closures and traffic restrictions in Belfast on Saturday 12th July, some Metro/Glider, Ulsterbus, and Goldliner services will see temporary changes to routes and bus stops. Translink urges all passengers to check for updates in advance at www.translink.co.uk/service-updates.

Affordable Travel Options for Summer Adventures

Alongside timetable changes, Translink is also highlighting its range of value-for-money tickets available this summer.

David Cowan, Translink’s Director of Commercial Operations, said:

“We have a range of great value tickets on offer this summer. Families can take advantage of the Family and Friends ticket for just £24, offering unlimited day travel on all Translink services within Northern Ireland for up to two adults and four children. For those wanting to explore Belfast, the Metro & Glider Family ticket is available for only £10, providing unlimited day travel on all Metro and Glider services.

“Individual travellers can enjoy the freedom of the Bus Rambler ticket, priced at £10 per adult, which allows unlimited day travel on all Ulsterbus, Goldliner, Metro, and Glider services within Northern Ireland after 9.15am. For those planning a more extensive journey, the iLink Travel Card offers unlimited bus and train day travel across the entire region for £19, with discounts available for children and yLink card holders.”

Plan Ahead Before You Travel

To avoid disruption and ensure a smooth journey, Translink encourages passengers to plan ahead using the following services:

• Journey Planner app

• Website: www.translink.co.uk

• Contact Centre: 02890 666630

David Cowan concluded:

“We are advising passengers to check the timetable for their journey in advance on the Translink website, by using the Journey Planner app, or by phoning our Contact Centre on 02890 666630.”