Mallon confirms additional public transport services for Halloween in Derry

Date published: 26 October 2021

Infrastructure Minister, Nichola Mallon has confirmed additional public transport services will be available for people travelling to and from the Halloween festivities in Derry.

On Sunday 31 October extra late-night bus, coach and rail services will be available for people travelling to and from the festivities. Additional shuttle buses will also be operating between 5.00 pm and 10.00 pm between 29 and 31 October between the North West Transport Hub and Foyle Street Bus Centre to facilitate people using the Walking Trail.

Minister Mallon said:

“Derry is renowned for its Halloween celebrations with a range of events and activities culminating in the amazing fireworks display at 9.00 pm on Halloween night.

“I want to ensure that we play our part in making the City’s Halloween festivities a success by providing additional public transport services for people attending the events. We have worked with Translink and the Council to develop the timetable and service plans for the Halloween Fireworks display and the wider programme of events.  

“The city will be incredibly busy over the weekend and on Sunday in particular so I would encourage people to use public transport where possible or to walk or cycle if the journey is short. For those people driving to the city, I would urge you to follow any restrictions in place and park legally and responsibly at all times. 

“I want to wish the local Council, the people of Derry and beyond every success for what I am sure will be a fantastic event.”  

Translink Group Chief Executive Chris Conway said: 

“We are delighted to once again be working with Derry City and Strabane District Council. Alongside the great range of special bus and train offers and services there will be a spooky installation inside the North West Transport Hub as part of the Council’s Halloween walking trail.

“We are looking forward to supporting this popular spooky spectacle by connecting people and communities and helping make this vibrant celebration a stand-out event for the region.

“We encourage passengers to plan their journey by visiting Translink or use the journey planner”, he concluded.

Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council Alderman Graham Warke said: 

“I am delighted that additional public transport services are being provided for those travelling to our world-famous Halloween celebrations this weekend.

“It promises to be a fantastic weekend for all the family and the additional transport services will make it more accessible for the public wishing to be part of the celebrations. I would strongly encourage the public to use public transport as much as possible and help reduce traffic congestion and help make the event a more enjoyable and safer experience for everyone.”

Notes to editors: 

  1. Additional Service Details

Rail

On Sunday 31 October 2021, NI Railways will operate an additional rail service after the fireworks to accommodate visitors leaving the walled city.

  • Departing Derry~Londonderry (North West Transport Hub) at 21:45 to Coleraine

Bus

Additional late-night bus and coach services will operate on 31 October:

  • 22.00 - 212 service going to Castledawson
  • 21.45 - 98 service going to Strabane
  • 21.45 - 145 service going to Greysteel, Eglinton via Strathfoyle
  • 21:45 - Cityside bus A serving - Slievemore, Skeoge and Culmore
  • 21:45 - Cityside bus B serving – Creggan, Hazelbank, Ballymagroarty
  • 21:45 - Waterside bus serving – Kilfennan, Gobnasacle, Curryneirin

Additional shuttle buses are operating between 5.00 pm and 10.00 pm between 29 and 31 October between the North West Transport Hub and Foyle Street Bus Centre to facilitate people using the Walking Trail.

  1. Fares

Choose from the following money-saving options:

  • Foyle Metro Day tickets - allows unlimited travel on Foyle Metro - Adult costs £2.80 and Child costs £1.40.
  • Translink Family and Friends ticket. It will allow unlimited travel on ALL Translink services for up to 2 adults and 4 children. This includes Ulsterbus, Goldliner, NIRailways, Metro and Glider. It costs £22. Can be purchased from any main station or driver onboard. Available Monday to Friday after 09.30 and all-day Saturday and Sunday. 
  • Sunday Bus Rambler. The rambler will cover unlimited day travel on ALL Translink bus services, including Ulsterbus, Goldline, Metro and Glider. It costs £9 for an adult, and £4.75 for a child. Available after 09.15 am on a Sunday. These tickets can be purchased from main bus stations or from the driver onboard. 
  • Ulsterbus Day Returns are currently 1/3rd off after 09.30 am
  • Sunday Rail Day Tracker. Unlimited rail travel on a Sunday. It costs £8 for an adult, and £4 for a child. 
  • All NI Railways day return fares are 1/3rd off after 09.30 am. 
  • Finally, students with a yLink or 24+ Railway Card can make use of their passes at any time to travel on our services. It allows a 1/3rd off Translink bus and rail travel in Northern Ireland (Please note there is no further discount allowed on our promotional fares). 
  1. All media queries should be directed to the Department for Infrastructure Press Office at: press.office@infrastructure-ni.gov.uk. Out of hours please contact the duty press officer on 028 9037 8110.
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