Dedicated School Bus Services
Foyle College is served by ten dedicated Translink routes operating every school day. They provide seamless transport from key areas directly to our Limavady Road campus, with buses arriving in time for registration at 9.05 am and departing shortly after the final period at 3.25 pm.
Route Group 1
Cityside & Waterside- Culmore & Fernabbey
- Ivy Mead & Lisaghmore
- Drumahoe
- Irish Street & Kilfennan
- Foyle Street Bus Station
Route Group 2
Rural & Surrounding- Eglinton & Strathfoyle
- Coshquin, Ballymagroarty & Shantallow
- Magheramason
- Donemana
- Abbeydale & surrounding areas
Free Late Buses
Supporting extra-curricular participation
These services accommodate sports training, clubs, revision sessions and CCF, allowing pupils to stay on campus until 4.30 pm at no extra cost.
Eligibility & Passes
Pupils living more than 3 miles from school (2 miles for under-11s) may qualify for free or subsidised transport under the Education Authority's Home-to-School Transport Scheme.
Visit the EA Transport page
eani.org.uk/transport →Check your route
Enter your postcode to view available routes and eligibility status.
Submit application
Apply by mid-June to ensure passes arrive for the following school year.
Not eligible for free transport? You can purchase Translink Pupil Passes directly via translink.co.uk. Flexible payment plans are available to spread the cost.
Drop-Off & Cycling
Drop-Off Zone
Parents may use the designated drop-off zone at the main entrance for quick set-downs. Please avoid bus bays during peak times.
Cycling
Cycling is encouraged — secure bike racks and repair stands are provided on campus. Helmets mandatory