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Getting around

See Appendix A for contact information for public transport operators.

Trains

In the Irish Republic, booked bicycles are carried free on nearly all inter-city rail services (with some peak-time restrictions) although there is limited space (usually three or four cycles). Cycle reservations should be made at the same time as buying passenger tickets on the Irish Rail website (www.irishrail.ie). For the latest information follow the ‘Travel Information’ then ‘Bicycle Information’ links from the Irish Rail home page.

In Northern Ireland, public transport comes under the Translink banner. On trains, cycles are carried free on all services after 9.30am.

Buses

In the Republic, Bus Éireann will carry bicycles in the bus luggage compartment if there is space. If you are leaving from a bus station, buy a ticket before boarding, as well as a separate ticket for the bike. In rural areas, during the day and during the week, many services are nearly empty. If there is just one or two of you, a bus hop is a practical way of extending your range, and the network is comprehensive.