Rural routes timetable v4
Up-to-date schedules, seasonal variations and route notes for rural bus routes across Ireland. Designed for Leap card users and visitors planning journeys beyond the cities.
What this guide covers
- Daily and weekly timetables for key rural routes
- Service frequency, first/last bus times
- Fare categories and Leap card compatibility
Routes shown include seasonal adjustments — check the route notes below for Sunday and bank-holiday timetables. Use the filter to view weekday/weekend schedules.
Timetable overview
Select a view: weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays/holidays. Timings are indicative — arrive 5 minutes early at rural stops.
| Route | Origin → Destination | First | Peak frequency | Last | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-101 | Ardfinnan → Clonmel | 06:05 | Every 60 mins | 22:10 | School-day extra at 08:00 |
| R-202 | Ballinaclash → Enniscorthy | 05:50 | Every 90 mins | 20:30 | Interchange at Main St. |
| R-315 | Gort → Tuam | 08:30 | Every 120 mins | 18:00 | Limited Sunday service |
| R-330 | Ennistymon → Lahinch | 07:15 | Every 45 mins | 21:00 | Tourist peak in summer |
Route highlights & details
Tap a route to reveal stops, wheelchair access and bike policy.
Stops: Ardfinnan — Clogheen — Cashel — Clonmel
Accessibility: Most vehicles wheelchair-accessible; check the first service for ramp availability.
Notes: Extra school services Monday–Friday; fares: standard Leap card fares apply.
Cross-county link with interchange at Rathnew. Bike racks available on select services — check the schedule note.
Rural connector with reduced Sunday frequency. Plan connections carefully on weekend travel.
Fares & Leap card
Paying with Leap
Leap cards are accepted on most rural services. Use top-up points in town centres or via the official app.
Single fares
Single fares vary by distance — expect lower-cost short hops and higher rates for cross-county journeys. Tap on & tap off where available.
Concessions
Senior and student concessions apply subject to ID. See full eligibility on the Privacy & Legal pages.
Trip planner & local tips
Use this quick planner to estimate journey duration and connections. For multi-leg rural journeys, allow extra time for transfers.
