A new public engagement initiative to promote Translink's late night Metro services has been launched at Belfast City Hall.

The pilot programme runs throughout 2026 on Friday and Saturday nights across key Metro routes, with buses departing between midnight and 2am.

A custom-built interactive mobile Metro bus installation will appear at high footfall areas and major events including Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in August.

The installation features pink livery and aims to inform the public about late night travel options and the benefits of public transport.

Ian Campbell, Director of Service Operations at Translink, said strong collective support for extended late night services is key to the success of the pilot.

Councillor Paul Doherty, Deputy Lord Mayor of Belfast, said extended hours support safer journeys, greater accessibility, sustainable travel and the night-time economy.

Michael Stewart, Belfast City Centre Night Czar, urged people to use the service to build a case for making late-night public transport permanent.

Rachael McGuickin, Deputy CEO at Visit Belfast, said the extended services represent a step forward for the tourism sector and encourage social and economic growth.

Passengers can use the Metro £4 all-day fare for late night travel. Late coach and bus services also operate from Belfast Grand Central Station to Derry, Newry, Banbridge, Dungannon, Ballyclare, Crumlin, Templepatrick, Newcastle, Ballynahinch, Downpatrick and Carryduff.