498 Béal an Ghoile Thuaidh to Castlebar
Operated by McGrath Coaches. First bus 10:10, last bus 17:00. 2 journeys on weekdays. Fares: TFI zonal, cheaper with a Leap Card — more.
Wanted a different 498? 3 other bus routes are numbered 498 elsewhere in the UK — see every 498 bus timetable by area.
| Stop | 10:10 |
|---|---|
| Béal an Ghoile Tdh | 10:10 |
| Moing Eiriún Theas | 10:15 |
| Fálach | 10:20 |
| Cnoc na Lobhar | 10:25 |
| Eaglais na nEachú | 10:30 |
| Poll an tSómais | 10:35 |
| Gleann an Ghad | 10:40 |
| An tInbhear | 10:45 |
| Barr na Trá | 10:50 |
| Béal an Ghoile Thuaidh | 10:55 |
| Bangor Erris | 11:15 |
| Bellacorick | 11:30 |
| Glenisland | 11:50 |
| Castlebar | 12:20 |
Each column is one journey, headed by the time it sets off. Times are shown at the route's main timing stops — buses serve all stops in between. Switch a table to All stops for every stop it calls at, or open a stop's own page for live departures there.
Christmas & bank holidays
These dates are not the usual timetable for the day they fall on. They come from the operator’s published data, which for Christmas and New Year is often late or incomplete, so check with McGrath Coaches before you travel. Everything above is an ordinary week.
Not published yet: Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Operators often publish festive timetables only a few weeks ahead, so check again nearer the date.
Route map
All stops on route 498
498 towards Castlebar
498 towards Béal an Ghoile Thuaidh
Towns & areas on this route
Frequently asked questions
What time is the first 498 bus?
The first 498 departure on weekdays leaves at 10:10 (check the full timetable below for your stop, as times vary along the route — weekend times can differ).
What time is the last 498 bus?
The last 498 on weekdays leaves its first stop at 17:00. Always check the timetable for your specific stop — later stops are reached after this time.
How much does the 498 bus cost?
Fares on the 498 are set under the National Transport Authority's fare structure. Paying with a TFI Leap Card is significantly cheaper than cash, with daily and weekly caps on most city services.
Who runs the 498 bus?
The 498 is operated by McGrath Coaches.
Timetable data from McGrath Coaches via Ireland's National Transport Authority. Check before you travel — services can change at short notice.