Public transport will be operating at significantly reduced capacity over the festive season, in light of the reimposed Covid-19 restrictions, operators have said. However, this will be reduced to 25 per cent capacity from December 27th and should only be used by those travelling for essential work or education purposes. The Dart and commuter service will operate a Saturday service until around 9pm, and the Cork commuter service will operate a Saturday service until around 6:30pm. There will be no bus service on Christmas Day, and from December 26th, busses will be for essential work and essential purposes only. Bus Éireann and Expressway services said, in line with Government advice, public transport should be avoided from after Christmas.

Source: The Irish Times December 23, 2020 14:37 UTC