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Translink Northern Ireland — public transport guide

Journey planning and timetables for Metro, Glider, Ulsterbus, Goldline and NI Railways, including relevant cross-border services.

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Journey planning and timetables for Metro, Glider, Ulsterbus, Goldline and NI Railways, including relevant cross-border services.

Paying and tapping your card

Metro supports tap-on contactless with daily capping. On NI Railways, contactless pays for a ticket at offices, machines or the conductor; it is not a network-wide tap-in/out railway system.

How to buy a ticket

Use Translink's ticket tools or mLink app where offered. Buy a Glider ticket before boarding, using the halt's ticket machine or a valid app ticket.

Finding the right fare

Check the linked operator for the fare on your chosen route and date. Compare single, return and day-ticket options where available; booking, baggage and reservation conditions can differ.

Take this with you

  • Check your last journey home, service updates and the exact boarding stop before travelling. Timetables can change at short notice.

Check the official details

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Opening hours, access and booking terms can change. Confirm with the venue before travelling.

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