Translink announce new bus operations for Derry amid NI Water works on Foyle Street

Translink have advised passengers of operational changes at Foyle Street Bus Station which will come into effect from Monday 12th August 2024. This involves a temporary modification to the station layout due to the road closure on Foyle Street to accommodate planned infrastructural works by NI Water.

The Foyle Metro zero emissions fleet that currently operates along Foyle Street itself will instead move inside the main depot. 

Foyle Street Car Park has been reconstructed to house additional stands, which will be utilised for Ulsterbus services that operate beyond the city and into the wider county areas. These additional stands will also be used for school services when the new term commences.

Goldliner services will continue to operate inside the main depot as normal. 

Signage will be visible at the station to help direct travellers to the appropriate stands, and additional Translink staff will be on hand to assist with any passenger or service queries. These bus and coach arrangements are expected to remain in place for approximately one year, while NI Water carry out their works along Foyle Street. 

Tony McDaid, Assistant Service Delivery Manager at Translink, said: “Our priority is to maintain service continuity for our valued passengers. Amid the closure on Foyle Street, we are pleased to introduce these temporary arrangements to ensure our bus and coach services continue to operate as timetabled. 

“We kindly advise all passengers to note these measures coming into effect from 12th August, however our dedicated staff will also be on hand to assist where necessary. Foyle Street Bus Station is a vital hub of sustainable, active and connected travel servicing thousands of passengers daily, as public transport continues to play a vital role in our social, economic and environmental well-being.” 

For more information visit www.translink.co.uk and follow @Translink_NI #BetterConnected.