13 bus was cancelled 21 times in a single day

Transport Issues in Clondalkin Highlighted

The National Transport Authority has been requested to address ongoing public transport problems in Clondalkin following discussions at a recent community forum.

Call for NTA Participation in Meetings

Residents have urged the presence of an NTA representative at meetings to tackle the frequent disruptions caused by unreliable bus services.

Concerns from Local Councillors

Councillor Darragh Adelaide emphasized the significant impact these transport issues have on the community.

[translate:“The 13 coming through Clondalkin was listed as one of the most cancelled buses in Dublin. These are issues that are affecting a lot of people, particularly older people who, if a bus is cancelled, they’re left there waiting in the cold. Same with people with disabilities, people with young kids, but also people trying to get to work.”]

Bus 13 Cancellation Statistics

On Wednesday, October 15, bus number 13 was cancelled 21 times, representing a cancellation rate of 13%. Most cancellations occurred near the Grange Castle-Mountjoy Square route’s origin stop.

Additional Route Issues

Councillor Eoin Ó Broin highlighted incidents where the bus bypassed Bawnogue, a location under construction, to avoid falling behind schedule.

[translate:“What can happen is that the bus skips Bawnogue in order to get back on track because when they’re late, they get fined by the NTA.”]

These disruptions predominantly affect vulnerable groups and commuters relying on consistent public transport services.

Author’s summary: Frequent cancellations of bus 13 in Clondalkin disrupt daily commutes, especially affecting elderly, disabled, and working residents.

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Echo.ie Echo.ie — 2025-11-04

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