IRISH commuters are set for a major boost as two new 24-hour bus routes launched this week.
The E1 and E2 services kicked off yesterday, January 27, as part of the BusConnects Network Redesign in Dublin.
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They began phase 6a of the new bus route design, which will include 13 new routes.
The scheme is being overseen by the National Transport Authority (NTA), who are in charge of public transport across the country.
And the bus plan will be delivered from a partnership between NTA, Dublin Bus and Go-Ahead Ireland.
Routes E1 and E2 will run 24-hour services, bringing a massive boost to commuters who work late nights or early mornings.
And it’s sure to be a big hit among partygoers who are out late.
The two new journeys are on the new E-spine routes that are part of the overall plan.
They will travel from north of Ballymun through Dublin city centre, to Dún Laoghaire and the Bray/ Ballywaltrim areas south of the city.
The E-spine routes and especially E1 and E2 will provide better access to some of the capital’s biggest colleges.
UCD, DCU, and Trinity College will be more accessible on the new bus route.
And hospitals such as the Rotunda and the Mater, as well as Loughlinstown, will be more accessible.
The introduction of routes E1 and E2 will bring the number of 24 hour bus services under TFI to 12.
The scheme aims to make it easier for people to use public transport over cars, and help to improve social interaction.
Bosses said the new plans are in line with the recommendations of the Government’s Night-Time Economy Taskforce.
The taskforce hopes to improve public life and provide good public transport solutions at night.
Phase 6a will serve the major commuter belt areas of Dublin Airport, north Dublin, the city centre, south Dublin, Dun Laoghaire and north Wicklow.
The changes are likely to bring about a seven per cent increase in bus services in these areas.
Overall, the phase will bring with it 13 new bus routes.
A new route, 19, will run from Dublin Airport into the city centre through Ballymun and Drumcondra.
And just days ago, new routes L1, L2, L3, L12, L14, L15, L26 and L27 became operational.
The new routes serve in particular the areas of south Dublin and north Wicklow.
Interim CEO of the National Transport Authority, Hugh Creegan said: “Today’s launch reflects our commitment to creating a more connected, accessible and reliable public transport system, ensuring our passengers have more choices and flexibility in their daily travel.
“Expanding our round-the-clock services and enhancing our connectivity is essential to support Ireland’s growing population with sustainable, efficient transport options.”
Major new routes will be running soon[/caption]
