Need for new bus route in South Leitrim

Carrigallen needs a daily bus route, MD meeting was told. | None

placeholder image — Carrigallen needs a daily bus route, MD meeting was told. | None

The need for an enhanced bus route in areas of South Leitrim was highlighted at this week's Ballinamore Municipal District meeting

Cllr Róisín Kenny (SF) submitted a motion, calling for a daily bus service for these areas.

“In December 2025, the National Transport Authority opened a consultation process around a proposed new bus route from Longford via Roosky and Carrigallen to Cavan.

“They stated that they planned to the implement the new route during 2026. I ask that Leitrim County Council write to the NTA asking for an update on this planned route, if there is a date that they expect the service to start and if not, what is the reason for the delay,” the motion stated.

“There is currently no daily bus route serving Carrigallen, Aughavas or Cloone areas and it is a service that is badly needed,” the motion added.

Cllr Kenny told the meeting that, “my colleagues in Cavan County Council have been contacted about the need for this service. I contacted the NTA, but nobody got back to me.”

She went on to add that this bus service could help students.

“Students sitting the Leaving Cert shortly could have the option of going to Cavan College of Further Education if this bus route was available,” she commented.

“I would ask the council to get an official reply,” Cllr Kenny added.

The idea of the new bus route was supported by Cllr Paddy O'Rourke (FF).

“60 years, a bus service was available on this route,” he explained.

“Buses are already running in areas with less passengers,” Cllr O'Rourke added.