Explore Clare by Bus: Routes, Destinations, and Providers

With over 70 locations served by bus, this A-Z guide and map reveal the many towns and villages waiting to be explored in every corner of Clare. Each destination is listed in the table with route numbers, colour-coded by the bus service provider—TFI Local Link, Bus Éireann, Expressway, and the Big Green Bus—so you can easily find the right routes.

Use the contact details and links to check timetables directly with each service, and let Clare’s extensive bus network take you to the hidden gems and vibrant communities scattered across the county.

The Map of the Towns and Villages


 The A-Z of Towns & Bus Routes

Find your town and see which bus routes service it; the routes are colour-coded by the bus service provider for easy reference. Then, further below, see the list of service providers with links to their websites for up-to-date timetables.


Contact Details for Providers of Scheduled Bus Services in County Clare

Please note that the provider colour codes correspond to the route colours in the table above.

TFI Local Link Limerick Clare

Providing essential public transport for both locals and visitors, TFI Local Link Limerick Clare offers reliable bus services that connect towns and villages across County Clare. Their routes ensure convenient access to key destinations and link passengers to larger transport networks. Check their website for the latest information on the blue routes in the table above.
Website link: www.locallinklc.ie
Phone: 065 671 9101

Bus Éireann

Bus Éireann operates a wide range of routes across County Clare, offering locals and visitors convenient access to major towns and villages. As Ireland’s national bus company for over 90 years, Bus Éireann connects communities across the country. Check their website for the latest information on the orange routes in the table above.
Website link: www.buseireann.ie
Phone: 0818 294 015

Expressway

Expressway, a premium service by Bus Éireann, provides direct routes across Ireland, including stops in Ennis and Shannon Airport. Check their website for the latest information on the red routes in the table above.
Website link: www.expressway.ie
Phone: 0818 151 515

Dublin Coach – The Big Green Bus

The Big Green Bus by Dublin Coach offers a comfortable M7 Express service between Ennis and Dublin, with a convenient stop in Bunratty. Check their website for the latest information on the green routes in the table above.
Website link: www.dublincoach.ie
Phone: 01 465 9972


Useful Apps

  • The TFI Live App provides real-time departure information and journey planning across the Transport for Ireland (TFI) network, ensuring you’re always up to date with your travel options.
  • The TFI GO App allows you to purchase tickets for various bus services throughout Ireland directly from your phone, making travel even more convenient.

Both apps are available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play.