Frequently Asked Questions
Is BusWatch free?
Yes. BusWatch is completely free, with no accounts, no ads and no tracking.
Which operators are supported?
Dublin Bus, Go-Ahead Ireland, Bus Éireann, TFI Local Link, Luas (Red and Green) and Iarnród Éireann's DART and commuter rail services.
Where does the data come from?
Official GTFS schedule and GTFS-realtime feeds from the National Transport Authority of Ireland.
How accurate are the bus arrival times?
BusWatch shows the same live ETAs as RTPI signs, but also factors in your walking time so it only shows buses you can actually catch.
Does BusWatch work outside Dublin?
Yes. It covers Bus Éireann and Local Link services across Ireland — Cork, Galway, Limerick, Waterford and rural routes included.
Can I install BusWatch on my phone?
Yes. BusWatch is a Progressive Web App. Open buswatch.ie on your phone and choose 'Add to Home Screen' to install it.