Slieve Bloom Coaches / Townlink

28/01/2025

Delighted to take handover and bring home the first of the new additions for 2025. We are continually investing in comfort and safety to give our passengers the best experience and comfort possible.

🚌 Finished off elegantly by graphics from Brendan Deevy in Portlaoise 🚌

♿️ Moving with the times and adding a wheelchair lift for anyone that might require it ♿️

27/01/2025

TOWNLINK DRIVER REQUIRED

Due to route extensions, we are currently looking to recruit a Townlink driver on a Monday to Friday and every second Saturday basis.

The shift will last for approximately 6 hours based from our depot in Tullamore or Mountmellick.

Attractive rate of pay for the successful candidate (will only be discussed at interview)

The successful candidate must have the below

•right to work in Ireland
•full cat D driving license
•fully CPC compliant
•have a valid PPS number at the time of applying
•able to follow a timetable

Please email [email protected] or call our office on 057(86)24416 (opt 2) and leave your details.

24/01/2025

All services resume tomorrow, Saturday as per normal timetable.

23/01/2025

🌀NO TOWNLINK SERVICE FRIDAY 24th🌀

Reminder that due to public & staff safety, we have decided to remain closed tomorrow. Our office will also be closed and be contactable by EMAIL ONLY - [email protected]

23/01/2025

TOWNLINK ROUTES

Hi all, due to the current RED weather warning that is forecasted for tomorrow, we have decided for the interest of staff and public safety, there will be NO townlinks in operation for Friday 24/01/25.

We apologise to everyone for any inconvenience that this may cause but safety comes first.

22/01/2025

Weekly pay €400-€450
Currently looking for 2 drivers for our school transport team in Laois. 15-18 hours per week. Must hold category D or D1 driving license, CPC card, be under 70 years of age and be able to obtain Garda vetting.

To apply:
Facebook message us,
📧 [email protected]
☎️ 05786 24416

18/01/2025

National Basketball ArenaBest of luck to Portlaoise Panthers Basketball Club today here in basketball arena. Thanks for choosing us as your trusted transport provider

12/01/2025

All our staff are thinking of Ashling’s Family and friends as We remember Ashling on her 3rd anniversary away from home.

🌹 Remembering Ashling on her 3rd Anniversary 🌹

Today we remember our beloved Ashling, who is so dearly missed each and every day, especially by her heartbroken family and wide circle of friends.

Always loved,
Never Forgotten,
Forever Missed.

12/01/2025

Well done to Portlaoise Panthers Basketball Club on the win in the men’s national cup in Cork. Looking forward to the final in the National Basketball Arena

We've all got that feeling Davin 💪💪💪 For the first time in our clubs history we will contest a Mens National Cup final 🙌🙌 well done to all the management and players. That was a battling performance tonight 💪💪 Tallaght here we come 🔥🔥

the final will be next weekend with fixtures to be announced early Monday

10/01/2025

**Job Advertisement: Coach Tour Driver – Full & Part-Time Positions Available**
**Location:** Ireland (Slieve Bloom Coach Tours)
**Company:** Slieve Bloom Coach Tours

Are you a passionate and experienced driver with a love for sharing Ireland’s stunning landscapes and rich heritage? Slieve Bloom Coach Tours is looking for dedicated full-time and part-time Coach Tour Drivers to join our growing team.

**About Us:**
Slieve Bloom Coach Tours offers memorable travel experiences across the beautiful Irish countryside, from scenic tours of the Slieve Bloom Mountains to historic landmarks and coastal routes. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional service, comfort, and a true sense of adventure to our guests.

**Role Overview:**
As a Coach Tour Driver, you will play a key role in delivering unforgettable travel experiences to our guests. You will drive our luxury coaches on various scenic and cultural routes, ensuring passenger safety, comfort, and satisfaction. You’ll also have the opportunity to engage with passengers and share your knowledge of Ireland’s history, culture, and local landmarks.

**Key Responsibilities:**
- Safely drive passengers on scheduled tours to popular destinations across Ireland.
- Ensure all passengers are comfortable, informed, and enjoy a memorable journey.
- Conduct pre-departure vehicle checks to ensure safety and comfort.
- Be professional, punctual, and courteous at all times.
- Maintain a clean and well-kept vehicle.
- Adhere to company policies and traffic regulations.

**Requirements:**
- Valid Irish driving license (D category) with a CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence).
- Previous experience as a coach driver or similar role is preferred but not essential.
- Excellent communication skills and a friendly, customer-focused attitude.
- Knowledge of Irish history and landmarks is an advantage, but not required
- Flexible, reliable, and able to work various schedules, including weekends and public holidays.
- A passion for travel, tourism, and sharing the beauty of Ireland with others.

**Why Join Us?**
- Competitive pay
- Flexible working hours – full-time and part-time positions available.
- A friendly, supportive team environment.
- The opportunity to be part of a well-established and growing company.

If you’re ready to be part of a dynamic team and help deliver unforgettable travel experiences to visitors from all over the world, we’d love to hear from you!

**To Apply:**
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and availability to [email protected] or contact us at 057 (86) 24416

Slieve Bloom Coach Tours is an equal opportunity employer. We look forward to hearing from you!

10/01/2025

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our amazing drivers, staff, customers, and the wonderful people of Laois, Offaly, Westmeath & Kilkenny. Your support during the recent snow and bad weather has been nothing short of incredible. A special thanks to LLaois PeopleLLaoisTodayLLeinster Express / Laois Live MMidlands 103 and all the media outlets for your consistent coverage and for sharing our posts and news updates daily. Your efforts helped keep everyone informed, safe, and connected during such challenging times. We truly appreciate each and every one of you for your dedication, collaboration, and community spirit. Together, we've weathered the storm! 🌨️💙

10/01/2025

TOWNLINK UPDATE for 11/01/2025

All services back to normal as per timetable with the exception of route 838 Portlaoise - Kilkenny as road conditions still very bad in that area.

From Monday ALL Townlink Services will be operating as normal.

10/01/2025

TFI Local Link Laois Offaly Route 806 extra services

EXTRA SERVICES ON 806 PORTARLINGTON TO MONASTERVIN 🚍🚍🚍🚍

We are delighted to announce that from Monday 13th January the 806 Portarlington to Monasterevin service will run to a full timetable ✔️✔️

The extra times included in this timetable are ⏰⬇

06:15 Portarlington to Monasterevin
07:10 Monasterevin to Portarlington
20:15 Portarlington to Monasterevin
21:05 Monasterevin to Portarlington

TFI - Transport for Ireland Slieve Bloom Coaches / Townlink Portarlington Community Centre Love Portarlington POP - People of Port Monasterevin Notice Board Portarlington Further Education and Training Centre Portarlington Post Office

09/01/2025

Service Update 09/01/2025 @ 14:30

Please see a list of services operating for Friday 10/01/2025
829 Portlaoise - Tullamore via Portarlington – FULL SERVICE
830 Portlaoise – Tullamore VIA Mountmellick NORMAL SERVICE RESUMES
831 Portlaoise - Borris in Ossory via Rathdowney 09:20AM START IN PORTLAOISE WILL NOT BE SERVICING BALLINAKILL
832 Portlaoise - Errill NORMAL SERVICE
837 Tullamore - Mullingar NORMAL SERVICE
838 Portlaoise – Kilkenny NO SERVICE

All subject to change. Please keep an eye on our page for further updates

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08/01/2025

❄️❄️🥶🥶IMPORTANT TOWNLINK UPDATE FOR Thursday 09/01/25🥶🥶❄️❄️
Updated 16:00 Wednesday
Due to the bad forecast that is forecasted tonight our plans have changed regarding our services for tomorrow. We expect all services to run as normal on FRIDAY. Subject to change.

829 Portlaoise - Tullamore via Portarlington NO SERVICE

830 Portlaoise - Tullamore SERVICE STARTING 08:25 in Mountmellick towards Portlaoise

831 Portlaoise - Borris in Ossory via Rathdowney - NO SERVICE

832 Portlaoise - Errill - STARTING 09:35 in Mountrath towards Portlaoise. - not servicing Errill. Rathdowney graveyard last stop

837 Tullamore - Mullingar SERVICE STARTING 09:55 @ Tullamore train station. First bus from Mullingar 11:30

838 Portlaoise - Kilkenny NO SERVICE

This can be subject to change depending on conditions in the morning.

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07/01/2025

❄️❄️🥶🥶IMPORTANT TOWNLINK UPDATE FOR WEDNESDAY 08/01/25🥶🥶❄️❄️

Update 21:30

Due to the extremely bad forecast that is forecasted tonight our plans have changed regarding our services for tomorrow.

Portlaoise - Tullamore via Portarlington NO SERVICE

830 Portlaoise - Tullamore SERVICE STARTING 08:25 in Mountmellick towards portlaosie

831 Portlaoise - Borris in Ossory via Rathdowney - NO SERVICE

832 Portlaoise - Errill - STARTING 09:35 in Mountrath - not servicing Errill. Rathdowney graveyard last stop

837 Tullamore - Mullingar SERVICE STARTING 09:55 tullamore train station

838 Portlaoise - Kilkenny NO SERVICE

This can be subject to change depending on conditions in the morning.

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07/01/2025

TOWNLINK UPDATE FOR WEDNESDAY 08/01/25

829 Portlaoise - Tullamore via Portarlington NO SERVICE

830 Portlaoise - Tullamore NORMAL SERVICE

831 Portlaoise - Borris in Ossory via Rathdowney NORMAL SERVICE - Not servicing Ballyroan or Ballinakill

832 Portlaoise - Errill NORMAL SERVICE - not servicing Errill.

837 Tullamore - Mullingar NORMAL SERVICE

838 Portlaoise - Kilkenny NO SERVICE

This can be subject to change depending on conditions in the morning.

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07/01/2025

WEDNESDAY TOWNLINK

We will make an update on our page at 7pm this evening about services tomorrow