Laois bus service to end due to 'declining passenger numbers'

A bus service in Laois will cease operation at the end of the month due to 'declining passenger numbers'.

The Route 816 Portarlington Connector travels between Portarlington – Monasterevin – Kildare. 

The Big Green Bus, operated by Dublin Coach, provides 16 services Monday to Sunday on the Route. .

The company said: "As a result of declining passenger numbers, Route 816 continues to be uneconomic to operate.

"It is with regret that we wish to confirm we will be discontinuing this service effective from November 30th 2024."