TFI Local Link Kerry has announced the expansion of Route 283 taking in Currow, Currans, Kerry Airport, Farranfore, Firies, Ballyfinnane, Farmers Bridge and Tralee, commencing on the coming Monday, December 12th. 2022.
The enhanced route will offer peak-time services for commuters to Tralee, and offers greater connectivity to regional bus and rail services from both Tralee and Farranfore as well as increased connections to Kerry Airport.
The enhanced route will offer peak-time services for commuters to Tralee, and offers greater connectivity to regional bus and rail services from both Tralee and Farranfore as well as increased connections to Kerry Airport.
Castleisland is well connected too to its neighbouring villages with an extensive time-table – which includes door-to-door collections and drop-offs when and where feasible.
Sunday Service Included
The reconfiguration of Route 283 from Currow – Firies – Tralee, will see increased connectivity in the area with four return trips Monday to Thursday, five trips each way on Friday and Saturday, and three return trips on Sundays.
Previously, the service only offered two return trips Monday to Saturday and no Sunday service.
There are stops in Tralee at University Hospital Kerry, MTU South and North Campus, Kerry College Clash, Monavalley and Denny Street as well as Casement Bus Station.
Newly enhanced Route 283 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, as part of the TFI Network.
Transformation of Local Network
Anne Graham, CEO of the National Transport Authority (NTA) said that the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan has been developed by the NTA to increase public transport connectivity for all, particularly those who live outside of major cities.
“With the launch of this enhanced route it will transform the local network offering more frequent services connecting people with work, business and leisure activities in the area,” she added.
Some Exciting Developments
Alan O’Connell, General Manager TFI Local Link Kerry said that they would encourage passengers to make the most of the public transport system.
“Public transport is not only an environmentally friendly option but also socially inclusive and can be a cheaper way to travel,” he said – and added:
“TFI Local Link Kerry is currently working with the National Transport Authority designing new bus routes under the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan. It is a very positive time to be involved in public transport.
“There are some exciting developments on the horizon for the county through the Connecting Ireland Plan.
Impact of Transport Infrastructure
“I can safely say that these new routes will be transformative and will provide access for people to employment, education, training, healthcare, shopping, recreation and tourist facilities.
“The design of a sustainable transport infrastructure has a fundamental impact on the health and well-being of people in the community, ” said Mr. O’Connell in conclusion.
For further information please call the TFI Local Link Kerry office on 066 71 47002. See: www.locallinkkerry.ie or visit TFI Local Link Kerry social media platforms.
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