973 Cionn Fhánada to Letterkenny
Operated by TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim. First bus 06:35, last bus 23:35. 20 journeys on weekdays. Fares: TFI zonal, cheaper with a Leap Card — more.
Wanted a different 973? 2 other bus routes are numbered 973 elsewhere in the UK — see every 973 bus timetable by area.
| Stop | 06:35 | 07:00 | 09:35 | 11:05 | 13:05 | 15:05 | 17:05 | 18:35 | 20:15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cionn Fhánada | · | · | · | 11:05 | 13:05 | 15:05 | 17:05 | · | · |
| Baile Láir | · | 07:00 | · | 11:15 | 13:15 | 15:15 | 17:15 | · | 20:15 |
| Portsalon | · | 07:10 | · | 11:25 | 13:25 | 15:25 | 17:25 | · | 20:25 |
| Kerrykeel | 06:35 | 07:20 | 09:35 | 11:35 | 13:35 | 15:35 | 17:35 | 18:35 | 20:35 |
| Rathmullan | 07:00 | 07:45 | 10:00 | 12:00 | 14:00 | 16:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | 21:00 |
| Ramelton | 07:10 | 07:55 | 10:10 | 12:10 | 14:10 | 16:10 | 18:10 | 19:10 | 21:10 |
| Letterkenny Bus | 07:25 | 08:10 | 10:25 | 12:25 | 14:25 | 16:25 | 18:25 | 19:25 | 21:25 |
Each column is one journey, headed by the time it sets off; one that finishes short of the usual end says where ("to …") — not every journey on this route runs the whole way. A · means that journey does not stop there. 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 TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim before you travel. Everything above is an ordinary week.
Not published yet: Christmas Day. Operators often publish festive timetables only a few weeks ahead, so check again nearer the date.
- Boxing Day — Saturday, 26 December 2026 towards Letterkenny: 7 journeys, first 09:35 towards Cionn Fhánada: 8 journeys, first 09:35
- New Year's Day — Friday, 1 January 2027 towards Letterkenny: 7 journeys, first 09:35 towards Cionn Fhánada: 8 journeys, first 09:35
Route map
All stops on route 973
973 towards Letterkenny
All 7 stops
973 towards Cionn Fhánada
All 7 stops
Towns & areas on this route
Frequently asked questions
What time is the first 973 bus?
The first 973 departure on weekdays leaves at 06:35 (check the full timetable below for your stop, as times vary along the route — weekend times can differ).
What time is the last 973 bus?
The last 973 on weekdays leaves its first stop at 23:35. Always check the timetable for your specific stop — later stops are reached after this time.
How much does the 973 bus cost?
Fares on the 973 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 973 bus?
The 973 is operated by TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim.
Timetable data from TFI Local Link Donegal Sligo Leitrim via Ireland's National Transport Authority. Check before you travel — services can change at short notice.