Key Belfast stakeholders have backed a new public engagement initiative to highlight Translink’s late night Metro services.
Running throughout 2026, the Late Night Services pilot programme operates across Belfast on Friday and Saturday nights across key Metro routes, with departures between midnight and 2am.
Partners across Belfast’s business, cultural and political sectors have shown their support for a new initiative designed to enhance awareness of the extended services ahead of a busy summer of activity for the city.
Launched at City Hall, a custom-built, interactive mobile Metro bus installation will appear at key locations and high footfall areas throughout Belfast, offering the public an engaging way to learn more about late night travel options and the benefits of using public transport.
Ian Campbell, Director of Service Operations, Translink said: “Strong collective support for extended late night public transport on Friday and Saturday nights is key to the success of this pilot. We’re delighted to have key partners help us launch our new interactive Metro installation, encouraging people to use the service at key events and venues across the city and giving people a simple and engaging way to see how it can help make Belfast better connected after dark. We’re also grateful for the support of the Northern Ireland Executive, Belfast City Council and our city partners in helping us deliver this year-long pilot.”
Deputy Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Paul Doherty, said: “We’re delighted to back this initiative to increase more awareness of Translink’s late night services programme over the summer. Having longer public transport hours on Friday and Saturday nights is fantastic news for our residents and visitors to key events in the city like Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in August. It supports safer journeys home, greater accessibility, sustainable travel and a thriving night-time economy in Belfast.”
