Bus Éireann a sure thing for Galway Racegoers

Anyone travelling to the Galway Races this year will be delighted to know that Bus Éireann is providing a Special Shuttle Service to and from the races throughout the Festival to help make the experience as hassle-free as possible.

The convenient service, which operates to and from Eyre Square to Ballybrit Racecourse, starts on Monday, July 25th and operates through to Sunday, July 31st.

Buses will depart as required from Eyre Square West from 3pm on Monday July 25th, Tuesday July 26th, and Friday July 29th, and will return after the races.

On Wednesday the 27th, Thursday the 28th and Saturday the 30th buses will depart from Eyre Square West from 11:00am as required and will return after the races. On Sunday 31st of July services will operate from the East side of Eyre Square.

Adult tickets for the Bus Éireann Special Shuttle Service are priced at €6 single and €9 return. No reservations are necessary.

“Our shuttle service is extremely popular as it allows customers to relax, enjoy the journey and forget about the hassle and cost of parking. The Galway Races is one of the biggest events we cater for. It’s hard work for our drivers and staff on the ground to ensure everything runs smoothly but with the racegoers creating such a great atmosphere, it’s always a pleasure,” said Brian Connolly, Regional Manager, West, Bus Éireann.

Wednesday, 20th July, 2011