BIKES GO FREE ON TRAIN & BUS!
PUBLIC TRANSPORT - click Map
Translink is the group that provides all public transport
in Northern Ireland.
Unlike a lot of public transporters, Translink actively encourage you
to take your bike on the public network to integrate your journey. The
network is fairly extensive with good cross border links. Fares are relatively
reasonable and it can provide a cost effective way of getting to Belfast
and beyond quickly.
Two main Bus stations:
Oxford Street and Europa both are located in the city centre.
Two main Train stations:
once again Europa and Central close to Oxford street bus station.
From these stations the rest of the country opens up. Whether heading off for a day trips or long weekend Translink will make every effort to carry your bike. The rail network in Northern Ireland is almost extinct with the majority of the network having closed in the 1960's. Trains still run to the North Coast - Derry and Portrush and south to Portadown, Lurgan and Newry. Translink is a good way of getting you and your bike to the Causeway Coast or for travelling on towards the hills in Donegal or south towards Dublin and the midlands.
Click MAP top right for details.
LINKS
BUS
Quote:
"Translink is one of the few United Kingdom bus operators to carry bicycles on Express Coach Services. Bicycles accompanying passengers may be carried in the luggage boot of Goldline Express Coaches at the driver's discretion, provided space is available, and onboard trains. It is regretted that bicycles cannot be carried before 09.30 am. Unaccompanied bicycles may be carried as parcels and arrangements should be made with your local Parcellink Office. It is regretted that tandems cannot be carried on Translink services."
Booking:
It is recommended that you phone ahead of your travel
date to advise Translink staff of your intention to travel with a bike.
In general, a maximum of two bicycles can be carried on Goldline Express
coaches and a maximum of four bicycles on a train. Regrettably bicycles
cannot be carried on non-Goldliner coaches and seasonal rambler services.
If there are more than two in a party intending to travel with bicycles,
it is essential that Translink is informed of your requirements prior
to your date of travel to accommodate your needs. It is very difficult
to accommodate Touring Groups, especially from outside Northern Ireland,
if advance arrangements are not made.
Whilst every effort will be made to carry your bicycle on a departing
coach or train, cyclists should arrive at the bus / rail station in plenty
of time and should be aware that services on Friday and Sunday evenings
may be particularly busy.
TRAIN
Fares for the Carriage of Bicycles
The cross-border 'Enterprise' service has a single journey fee of £5
per bike, storage is in the guard's van.
NO CHARGE on Ulsterbus & N I Railways
Will I receive any assistance?
If you require assistance in the loading and unloading of your bike it
is advised that you telephone ahead of your desired date of travel to
make Translink staff aware of your needs. Please note customers may be
asked to fold handle bars and cover sharp edges where possible.
Telephone:
028 90 66 66 30
for both Bus and Train enquiries.
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