Balmoral Show 2026: Translink offers ‘stress-free day out’ including free shuttle bus service from Lisburn Train Station
Northern Ireland’s biggest celebration of farming, food and family fun returns May 13-16 as the Balmoral Show once again takes over the Eikon Exhibition Centre.
Four days packed with livestock displays, local food experiences, family entertainment, agricultural showcases and much more are promised at the Lisburn venue.
To help visitors enjoy a smooth and stress-free day out, Translink is encouraging showgoers to travel by bus or train, with convenient and reliable services available throughout the event.
Visitors can take advantage of a dedicated rail timetable, along with a free shuttle bus service from Lisburn Train Station operating from 9am each day, taking passengers directly to the showgrounds. The last shuttle will leave the venue at 7pm on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, and 6pm on Saturday.
Selected Enterprise services between Dublin and Belfast Grand Central Station will also stop at Lisburn.
Mark Glover, rail line supervisor at Translink, said: “The Balmoral Show remains one of the most popular events in Northern Ireland’s food and agri calendar, attracting thousands of visitors every year from across the region and beyond.
“We are delighted to help the growing number of visitors get there easily with our safe, convenient and sustainable travel options. With regular rail services, frequent shuttle buses and great-value fares, Translink is making it easier than ever for everyone to enjoy a fantastic day out at the show.”
People travelling to the Balmoral Show can make the most of the following:
Translink’s Family & Friends ticket for £24, offering unlimited day travel across all its services within Northern Ireland for up to two adults and four children;
All Goldliner day returns and NI Railways day returns after 9.30am benefit from 25% off, while yLink card users can enjoy half-price travel;
Contactless payment is available on all services.
Passengers with a 60+ SmartPass or Senior SmartPass can also avail of free travel anywhere in Northern Ireland on any Translink bus or train service.
Translink added: “Please note that shuttle buses will have limited space for prams and wheelchairs. Customers travelling with prams are asked to ensure they are folded to help accommodate all passengers.”