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Hop aboard with Translink to explore Derry City and Strabane this Easter

10 April 2025

As the Easter holidays draw near, Translink is inviting the public to embrace spring by discovering the wealth of attractions and scenic destinations across the North West.

From family adventures and fun-filled outings with friends to peaceful solo escapes, public transport provides a stress-free, affordable, and convenient way to make the most of the season.

Translink’s ‘Days Out’ webpage provides trip inspiration and all the information you’ll need to explore Northern Ireland’s breath-taking scenery and lively culture. The Family and Friends ticket is available for just £24 and provides unlimited day travel on all Translink services throughout Northern Ireland for up to two adults and four children.

Individual travellers can enjoy the flexibility of the Bus Rambler ticket for just £10, allowing unlimited day travel on all Ulsterbus, Goldliner and Foyle Metro services within Northern Ireland after 09:15am. This ticket is usually reserved for Sunday’s only but is available every day from 12th April – 27th April. For those planning a day out by rail, they can enjoy 25% off day returns after 9.30 every day on NI Railways.  Meanwhile for more extensive journeys, the iLink Travel Card offers unlimited bus and train day travel across the region, with 50% discounts available for children and yLink card holders.

Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Lilian Seenoi Barr, said:
"Easter is a great time to get out and enjoy what the Derry and Strabane Council area has to offer. There's so much to see and do, with history, family fun, or just a change of scenery. Walk along Derry's famous 400-year-old Walls, immerse yourself in one of our award-winning museums, or visit the Derry Girls Experience. You can explore the beauty of the Sperrins, take in some local history and heritage, or browse independent shops and artisan makers in Strabane town centre. With so much happening across Derry and Strabane, public transport with Translink makes it all easy. This Easter break, why not leave the car behind and choose a greener alternative for your journey?”

Sarah Simpson, Area Manager at Translink, added: “With our great value fares, easy contactless payment options and extensive services, we want to make Easter days out both affordable and accessible for everyone. This Easter, hop on board one of our services for a cost-effective, convenient, and more environmentally friendly way to travel over the Easter break.”

Easter explorers are also encouraged to consider park-and-ride facilities, with over 10,000 spaces available, across 60 locations, making excursions even more convenient, eliminating the hassle and cost of taking the car.

Passengers are reminded that some rail line closures will be in place on Easter Saturday, 19th April, and Easter Sunday, 20th April, so check Translink's Journey Planner app for the latest travel updates before setting off.

For more information about fare offers, timetables, special routes, and fun day trip ideas, visit https://url.uk.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Z74OC2vxMikONk1tnfnc5AI2K?domain=translink.co.uk or download the Translink Journey Planner app to plan your Easter adventure.