Concert, Sport & Other Event Transport

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JJ Kavanagh and Sons are running direct buses from around the country to Mountjoy Sq for the U2 Concert for the 24th , 25th and 27th July
http://jjkavanagh.ie/u2-bus-croke-park

Direct buses from:
Athy, Carlow, Castlecomer, Clonmel, Limerick, Kilkenny, Kilcullen, Kildare, Naas, Nenagh, Portlaoise, Waterford

Bus times are available at the link above, buses are scheduled to arrive in Dublin at 16:45.
U2 bus tickets are useable on the service routes (you can travel up earlier or later if it suits better)

Tickets must be bought online in advance at
http://jjkavanagh.ie/

There is a 25% reduction on ticket prices if tickets are bought prior to Midnight Sunday 19th July

Victor

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=745&month=Jul

Galway Races

Bus Éireann will operate Special Race Services for the Galway Races from Monday, 27 July to Sunday, 2 August 2009.

Services will operate on Monday, Tuesday & Friday from 15.00 as required

Services will operate on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday from 11.00 as required

Returning immediately after Races

* Adult Single: €5.00, Adult Return: €8.00
* Child Single: €3.00, Child Return: €5.00

The following Alterations will be made to Bus Services in the Galway Area:

Galway City Services will operate as normal
Wednesday & Thursday

* Galway/Athenry: The 14.30hrs from Galway and the 16.15hrs from Athenry will be cancelled
* Galway/Carna: The 17.15hrs from Galway deferred to 18.00hrs
* Galway/Castlerea: The 17.45hrs from Galway deferred to 18.00hrs
* Galway/ Eyrecourt: The 17.30hrs from Galway deferred to 18.00hrs
* Galway/Longford: The 16.25hrs from Galway deferred to 17.15hrs

Friday, 17th July, 2009

Victor

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=744&month=Jul

Connacht Final

Bus Éireann will operate a shuttle service to Pearse Stadium, Salthill, from Eyre Square for the Connacht Final.

Services will operate from 12.00 as required, and will return immediately after the match.

Single Fare: €2

Friday, 17th July, 2009

Victor

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/general_news.asp?action=view&news_id=411

Special Trains in connection with the U2 Concert at Croke Park by Corporate Communications

In connection with the U2 concert at Croke Park the following special trains will operate:

Please note Intercity services can now be booked on www.irishrail.ie


Friday 24th July
Intercity

08.20 Cork to Dublin (Heuston)
10.10 Cork to Dublin (Heuston)
01.00 Dublin (Heuston) to Cork and Limerick (After Friday nights concert)
01.15 Dublin (Heuston) to Galway (After Friday nights concert)

Commuter

23.45 Dublin (Connolly) to Maynooth
00.05 Dublin (Connolly) to Maynooth (After Friday nights concert)
00.15 Dublin (Connolly) to Dundalk (After Friday nights concert)

DART (After Friday nights concert)

00.15 Connolly to Bray
00.20 Connolly to Malahide
00.30 Connolly to Howth
00.30 Connolly to Bray


Saturday 25th July
Intercity

08.20 Cork to Dublin (Heuston)
10.10 Cork to Dublin (Heuston)
10.30 Westport to Dublin (Heuston)
01.00 Dublin (Heuston) to Cork and Limerick - (After Saturday nights concert)
01.15 Dublin (Heuston) to Galway and Westport - (After Saturday nights concert)

Commuter

10.15 Waterford to Dublin (Heuston)
23.45 Dublin (Connolly) to Maynooth
00.05 Dublin (Connolly) to Maynooth (After Saturday nights concert)
00.20 Dublin (Connolly) to Dundalk (After Saturday nights concert)

DART - (After Saturday nights concert)

00.15 Connolly to Bray
00.25 Connolly to Malahide
00.30 Connolly to Bray
00.35 Connolly to Howth


Sunday 26th July
Intercity

11.00 Dublin (Heuston) to Cork


Monday 27th July

Intercity
01.00 Dublin (Heuston) to Cork and Limerick (After Monday nights concert)
01.15 Dublin (Heuston) to Galway (After Monday nights concert)

Victor

http://www.dublinbus.ie/en/News-Centre/Travel-News/U2-at-Croke-Park/

U2 at Croke Park
Wednesday, July 22, 2009

The U2 360° Tour will continue at Croke Park on Friday 24th, Saturday 25th and Monday 27th July. Gates open at 6pm and the show starts at 6:30pm. U2 are scheduled to be on stage at 9pm.

Croke Park is situated in Drumcondra on the northside of Dublin. The entrance to the Hogan Stand is on Jones's Road and the entrance to the Cusack Stand is on St. Josephs Avenue. Patrons are advised to travel to Croke Park via the M1 motorway to Drumcondra Road or M50 to Navan Road, North Circular Road. These routes lead directly to Croke Park. Supporters arriving via the M50 / M1 motorways are advised to allow time for traffic delays. Dublin Port Tunnel will be open to all vehicles.

Download Map of Public Transport Options

Victor

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=746&month=Jul

Special U2 Service from Waterford

Bus Éireann will operate a Special Concert bus from Waterford to U2, Croke Park, Dublin – Saturday 25th July 2009.

Services will depart at 11.30 from Waterford Bus Station and will return immediately after the concert.

Tickets cost €25.00 and can be purchased in advance at Waterford Bus Station.

For further information contact Bus Éireann, Waterford: 051 879000


Friday, 24th July, 2009

Victor

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=745&month=Jul

Galway Races

Bus Éireann will operate Special Race Services for the Galway Races from Monday, 27 July to Sunday, 2 August 2009.

Services will depart from Eyre Square. Tickets can be bought in advance and can be purchased from the Travel Centre at Galway Bus Station.

Services will operate on Monday, Tuesday & Friday from 15.00 as required

Services will operate on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday from 11.00 as required

Returning immediately after Races

Adult Single: €5.00, Adult Return: €8.00
Child Single: €3.00, Child Return: €5.00
The following Alterations will be made to Bus Services in the Galway Area:
Galway City Services will operate as normal

Wednesday & Thursday
Galway/Athenry: The 14.30hrs from Galway and the 16.15hrs from Athenry will be cancelled
Galway/Carna: The 17.15hrs from Galway deferred to 18.00hrs
Galway/Castlerea: The 17.45hrs from Galway deferred to 18.00hrs
Galway/ Eyrecourt: The 17.30hrs from Galway deferred to 18.00hrs
Galway/Longford: The 16.25hrs from Galway deferred to 17.15hrs

Victor

http://www.dublinbus.ie/en/Your-Journey1/Special-Events/Mettallica-at-Marlay-Park/

Mettallica at Marlay Park
Monday, June 22, 2009

Dublin Bus will operate a Special Bus transfer to Metallica at Marlay Park on Saturday 1st August 2009.

The buses will depart from Burgh Quay from 12:30hrs until 18:00hrs at a cost of €6.00.

The return service will operate directly after the event.

Bus tickets can be purchased on the day from the Ticket Bus on Burgh Quay.

Victor

http://www.dublinbus.ie/en/Your-Journey1/Special-Events/Fatboy-Slim-at-Marlay-Park/

Fatboy Slim at Marlay Park
Monday, June 22, 2009

Dublin Bus will operate a Special Bus transfer to Fatboy Slim at Marlay Park on Sunday 2nd August 2009.

The buses will depart from Burgh Quay from 13:00hrs until 18:00hrs at a cost of €6.00.

The return service will operate directly after the event.

Bus tickets can be purchased on the day from the Ticket Bus on Burgh Quay.

Victor

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=417

Galway Races - Extra Services by Corporate Communications

Galway Races – 29th / 30thJuly

Iarnrod Eireann are operating an extra train from Athlone to Galway on 29th and 30th July and also an extra return evening train on these days from Galway to Heuston as follows:-

Wed 29th and Thurs 30th July
Athlone Dept 10.15hrs
Ballinasloe 10.31
Woodlawn 10.42
Attymon 10.51
Athenry 11.00
Galway arr 11.25hrs

Wed 29th and Thurs 30th July
Galway dept 19.30hrs
Athenry 19.42
Woodlawn 19.56
Ballinasloe 20.12
Athlone 20.31
Clara 20.54
Tullamore 21.06
Portarlington 21.29
Kildare 21.44
Newbridge 21.52
Heuston arr 22.35

Tickets can now be purchased on www.irishrail.ie.

Victor

Tonights services ex-Connolly are:

Malahide 0020
Dundalk 0020
Howth 0035

Bray 0015
Bray 0030

Luas Red Line - approximately every 5 minutes.

Victor

http://www.buseireann.ie/pdf/1248269662-PRF_74255-BusEirean-Tallships-a5.pdf

TRAVEL BY COACH TO THE TALL SHIPS, ITS PLAIN SAILING!
Dublin to Belfast Every Hour, On the Hour, Every Day

Visit the Tallships in Belfast with Bus Éireann/Ulsterbus. Services operate to and from
Belfast every hour, on the hour, every day, that is 24 services a day, each way!

With adult fare only €22.00 and child fare only €13.20 return.

For festival details visit www.gotobelfast.com/belfast maritimefestival

Victor

http://www.buseireann.ie/bubble.php?id=193

Concert Services 2009
Electric Picnic

Friday, 4 September to 7 September
Service departs Customs House Quay:

Friday, from 10.00 until 18.00
Saturday, from 11.00 until 13.00
Service Departs Stradbally:
Saturday, from 23.00 to 01.00
Sunday, from 22.00 to 01.00
Monday, from 06.00 to 12.00

Bus Tickets can be purchased online now.

Victor

http://www.garda.ie/Controller.aspx?Page=4126

All Ireland Football Quarter Finals 2009
These are being held at Croke Park Stadium on Sunday, the 2nd August and Monday 3rd August, 2009.


These games takes place at Croke Park Stadium on Sunday and Monday the 2nd and 3rd August 2009:-
Sunday, 2/8/09 2 p.m. Cork V Donegal.
Sunday, 2/8/09 4 p.m. Tyrone V Kildare.
Bank Holiday Monday, 3/8/09 2 p.m. Dublin V Kerry.


Crowds of 60,000+ for Sunday and 80,000+ for Monday are expected to attend these fixtures attracting large volumes of traffic from around the country.

Patrons Travelling to Croke Park:

All patrons travelling to Croke Park Stadium for the event are advised to utilise public transport and the park and ride facilities. Croke Park stadium is serviced by bus, train and Luas transport facilities.

Please be informed that there will be a restricted service on the Red Line this August Bank Holiday Weekend.

Trams will run from Tallaght to Abbey Street only, from first service Saturday to end of service Monday night.

This service restriction is in place to facilitate the ongoing works at Bus Aras and Connolly.

Please note last tram in service on the Red Line on Monday, 3rd August will be at 23.30hrs. There will be no change to service on the Green Line, last tram at 00.30hrs.

Patrons who travel by road are advised to travel early to avail of the limited parking facilities.

There are two supervised car parks available in the vicinity of Croke Park on both Sunday and Monday.

1. Clonliffe College, Drumcondra Road 3,100 spaces
(Access from Lower Drumcondra Road)

2. O’Connell’s School, North Richmond Street. 400 Spaces
(Access from the North Circular Road)

No Traffic will be permitted to leave the car parks for a period after the game, in order to allow foot patrons leave the area safely.

Patrons should park responsibly and not cause obstruction or inconvenience when parking in residential areas. Patrons should be aware that illegally parked vehicles will be impounded or clamped and will be liable to a fine of €130.00.

Drivers should be aware that illegally or improperly parked vehicles have the potential to cause traffic disruption, obstruction and difficulty to emergency vehicles that may need to access the narrow residential streets that surround Croke Park Stadium.

Patrons are advised to travel to Croke Park via the M50 motorway to Drumcondra Road or M50 to Navan Road / Finglas Road / North Circular Road. These routes lead directly to Croke Park. Supporters arriving for the game are advised to allow time for traffic delays.

After the game patrons will have the option of travelling on the M50 to the (N1) Belfast Road (N2) Ashbourne Road, (N3), Navan Road, (N4) Lucan Road and (N7) Naas Road.


Special Needs Parking:

There are no special needs parking facilities on the public streets within the Croke Park cordon area. The parking facility in Clonliffe College does have a large and very good special needs parking facility very close to the stadium.

Bus/Coach Parking:

There is a bus/coach parking facility at Mountjoy Square and a secondary facility at Western Way (off Phibsboro Road)

Park and Ride Facility:

There will be two park and ride facilities in operation for both these events on Sunday and Monday. They will be from the following locations. Patrons availing of the facility will be transported by bus to and from Croke Park.

1. Fingallians G.A.A Club, Swords, Co Dublin.

2. Naas GAA Club, Naas, Co Kildare.

Pre Event Traffic Restrictions:

As with all events at Croke Park, a Garda Cordon will be in effect on the streets that lead to Croke Park. Only accredited vehicles will be permitted to pass by this cordon. All vehicles will be checked for accreditation.

Local residents, their immediate families, local business community are in possession of passes and will be facilitated at the barriers. Passes however do not guarantee entry through the cordon where pedestrian volumes exist.

As a guideline the Garda cordon will be in place one hour prior to stiles opening time and one hour post event on both days to enable match patrons to arrive and depart safely.


Patron Search:

All patrons entering the Garda cordon will be the subject of a ticket check by Stewards and search by Gardai. Any offensive articles, e.g. glass bottles, air horns, large flagpoles will be seized. Patrons are advised not to bring any unnecessary baggage with them and are advised to travel early to the stadium to avoid any unnecessary delays.

Ticket Outlets Outside Croke Park on Sunday, the 2nd August 2009:

There will be ticket sales outlets on the day of the event. There will be four offices operated by Croke Park and will be located as follows:

1. Gills Corner.

2. Dorset Street.

3. Archbishops palace.

4. Ballybough Road.


Ticket Outlets Outside Croke Park on Monday, the 3rd August 2009 (for collection of tickets):

There will be ticket sales outlets on the day of the event. There will be two offices operated by Croke Park and will be located as follows:

1. Gills Corner.

2. Dorset Street.

Public Order:

Patrons are advised that the Gardaí will not permit the consumption of alcohol outside public houses, while walking along the street or in any other public place.

Patrons are asked to have consideration for local residents and refrain from anti-social behaviour (drinking and urinating).

Crime:

Patrons are advised to be aware of their own personal safety and security while attending the event. They should ensure the security of personal belongings while on route to and from the stadium i.e. purses / wallets / tickets / Mobile Phones.

Patrons who arrive by vehicle should also ensure that property is not left exposed in parked vehicles. They should ensure that car windows, sunroofs are correctly closed.

Croke Park Hotel Car Park:

All residents of the Croke Park Hotel will be permitted entry subject to pedestrian presence at the time and are requested to access the hotel via North Circular Road / Russell Street junction where there will be a register of all guest vehicles.

Persons travelling to the match should also take care and -

• Reduce speed
• Wear seat belts
• Never ever drink and drive
• Arrive alive

Victor

http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_services.asp

All Ireland Football Quarter Final Mayo V Limerick/Meath
Sunday 9th August
Departing Westport 07:00 Dublin Heuston 10:20 Sunday 9th August-2009
Returning Dublin Heuston 17:45 Westport

All Ireland Hurling Semi Final Waterford V Kilkenny
Sunday 9th August
Departing Waterford 08:50 Dublin Connolly 11:05 Sunday 9th August-2009
Returning Dublin Connolly 18:05 Waterford

All Ireland Hurling Semi Final Waterford V Kilkenny
Sunday 9th August
Departing Kilkenny 09:05 Dublin Heuston 10:35 Sunday 9th August-2009
Returning Dublin Heuston 19:15 Kilkenny

All Ireland Hurling Semi Final Waterford V Kilkenny
Sunday 9th August SOLD OUT
Departing Waterford 10:10 Dublin Connolly 12:35 Sunday 9th August-2009
Returning Dublin Connolly 19:15 Waterford

Victor

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=749&month=Aug

Electric Picnic 2009

Bus Éireann will operate a Special Coach Service to Stradbally, Laois, for the Electric Picnic.

Services will depart Bus Éireann Bus Station, Eyre Square at 12.00 on Friday, 4 September 2009.

Return Services will depart Stradbally on Monday, 7 September at 09.00.

Tickets must be purchased in advance from Bus Éireann Travel Centre, Eyre Square, Galway.

Return Fare = €35.00

Saturday, 1st August, 2009

Victor

http://www.garda.ie/Controller.aspx?Page=4135

Marley Park Concerts 2009
Advice to those attending Marlay Park Concerts - Saturday and Sunday, the 1st and 2nd August 2009.

A number of concerts are due to take place in Marley Park this weekend - Saturday 1st August and Sunday 2nd.

Speaking about the concerts this evening (29th July) Superintendent Eamon Dolan of Tallaght Garda Station stated:

"I would appeal to concert-goers to allow plenty of time and plan for their journey, and avail of public transport where possible.

I would urge the concert-goers to comply with the directions of Gardai and stewards and to be mindful of the fact that there are many residents in the area."

Superintendent Dolan also wished those attending and travelling to the concerts an enjoyable and safe weekend.


General Information:


Directional signage will be placed on local approach and selected roads to the concert sites.

Dublin Bus will also run a shuttle return service from the City Centre to the concert site.


Parking:

All public and private transport including special needs parking will be directed to the only parking facility at the concert site which is situated at College Road, Rathfarnham.


M50 Access:

The nearest M50 Interchange for the concert site is the Ballinteer Interchange which is situated about 3km from the College Road Carpark.


Gardai would encourage concert attendants travelling to College Road carpark from Southbound M50 to use the following route:

Exit at Scholarstown Interchange
Scholarstown Road
Taylor's Lane
Whitechurch Road
College Road

Gardai are encouraging those travelling to the concert to use this route as many will be travelling during peak times and this will help to avoid cogestion on the M50.


Gardai are recommending a route from Ranelagh through Clonskeagh, Goatstown, Sandyford, M50 Interchange and onto Grange Road as the most suitable route.

Dublin Bus will also run a shuttle return service from the City Centre to the concert site.

Victor

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=748&month=Aug

Races, August 2009

Special bus services for the upcoming races will operate from Busarás as follows:

Venue Date
Naas Monday, 3 August
Curragh Sunday, 16 August
Fairyhouse Satuday, 22 August
Curragh Sunday, 30 August


Services depart 2 hours before the first race.

Fare: €15

Please click here for information on discounted admission to the Curragh Race-Course

Victor

http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_services.asp

Seat Reservation - Choose Special Service

Special Services Available to Book.

Please note child tickets are valid for children under sixteen years of age. Proof of age may be required.

No alcohol or glass bottles will be allowed on the special trains.

Student travel cards and other discount cards including Dept of Social and Family passes are not valid on special trains.

Tickets to Special Trains are Non Refundable.

Passengers collecting tickets at Arklow please note that your tickets will not be ready for collection until Friday afternoon.

For our regular scheduled services, please click here. http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp


Rep. of Ireland V Australia
Wednesday 12th August
Departing Dublin Heuston 11:25 Limerick 13:50 Wednesday 12th August-2009
Returning Limerick 23:00 Dublin Heuston


Rep. of Ireland V Australia
Wednesday 12th August
Departing Dublin Heuston 13:25 Limerick 15:50 Wednesday 12th August-2009
Returning Limerick 23:00 Dublin Heuston


Rep. of Ireland V Australia
Wednesday 12th August
Departing Dublin Heuston 15:25 Limerick 17:50 Wednesday 12th August-2009
Returning Limerick 23:00 Dublin Heuston

http://www.thomondpark.ie/events/9303.php

Republic of Ireland v Australia
at Thomond Park Stadium on Wednesday 12th August 2009. Tickets: €55, €35, €25.

Ireland v Australia Football International
12 August 2009
Thomond Park Stadium
The Republic of Ireland senior team will play Australia on August 12 at the 26,000 capacity venue. The game will be the first ever senior international fixture to be played by the Boys in Green in Limerick and will give the large number of football fans in the region a rare opportunity to see a senior international match in the Mid-West.

The Republic of Ireland are currently joint top of Group 8 in their World Cup qualifying campaign, level on ten points with World Cup holders Italy. Pim Verbeek’s Australian side is currently ranked 16th in the FIFA world rankings, twenty one places above Ireland and includes many players well known to Irish football fans including Scott McDonald (Celtic), Harry Kewell (Galatasaray) and Tim Cahill (Everton). The friendly will provide an opportunity for preparation ahead of the World Cup Qualifier in Cyprus on September 5.

Tickets will be made available through Ticketmaster and will also be sold in 18 outlets throughout Munster and Connaught .
Tickets for this match will be available for €25 (South terrace), €35 (East and West terrace) and €55 (East and West stands).

2,000 €7 tickets will also be distributed through schoolboy and schoolgirl clubs throughout the country next month.

Munster and Connaught ticket outlets:
Gleeson Sports Scene, Limerick City
Record Rack, Ennis
Roxy Records ,Shannon
Golden Discs, Clonmel
Heartbeat City, Thurles
Zhivago, Galway City
Spar, Salthill
Stronges, Ballinasloe
BPM Records, Mallow
Promusica, Cork City
Roxy Records, Douglas Village
Roxy Records, Ballincollig
Buckleys Kiosk, Cork City
Gleneagle Hotel, Killarney
Roxy Records, Killarney
Roxy Records, Tralee
BPM Records, Waterford City
Heartbeat, Dungarvan

Hospitality Packages are also available. Click Here for more information.

Victor

http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_services.asp

Seat Reservation - Choose Special Service

Special Services Available to Book.

Please note child tickets are valid for children under sixteen years of age. Proof of age may be required.

No alcohol or glass bottles will be allowed on the special trains.

Student travel cards and other discount cards including Dept of Social and Family passes are not valid on special trains.

Tickets to Special Trains are Non Refundable.

Passengers collecting tickets at Arklow please note that your tickets will not be ready for collection until Friday afternoon.

For our regular scheduled services, please click here. http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp

Limerick v Tipperary
Sunday 16th August
Departing Limerick Junction 09:10 Dublin Heuston 11:05 Sunday 16th August-2009
Returning Dublin Heuston 19:20 Limerick Junction

Limerick v Tipperary
Sunday 16th August
Departing Limerick 09:30 Dublin Heuston 11:40 Sunday 16th August-2009
Returning Dublin Heuston 19:05 Limerick

Victor

http://www.aaroadwatch.ie/bus/story.asp?ID=4234

Coach Services To The O2 In Dublin
These are details of some direct coach services to The O2 in Dublin from around the country.

MATTHEWS COACHES in Co. Louth operate a direct service to The O2 for all concerts and events at the following times: • Departing Dundalk: 16.00. • Departing Drogheda: 16.30. • Departing City North Hotel: 16.45 (connects to Bettystown Laytown service). * This service will depart the O2 at 11.30pm. (Early times maybe viable depending on concert times) • Return = €12.00. • For more information contact 042-9378188 or www.matthewscoach.com

CONCERT TRAVEL coaches offer a service from Limerick to The O2 in Dublin. • Departing Limerick (Old Dublin Rd, off Parkway R/A): 2pm. • Departing Birdhill (Bus stop on Limerick side of town): 2:25pm. • Deaperting Nenagh (Five Alley): 2:35pm. • Departing Toomevara (GAA Field): 2:50pm. • Departing Moneygall (GAA Field): 2:55pm. • Departing Roscrea (Racket Hall): 3:10pm. • Departing Mountrath (Emo Service Station): 3:20pm. • Arrive at destination near The O2 at 6pm. * Buses will return directly after the event, as soon as everyone is on board and accounted for. * Bookings can be made at www.kellytravel.ie, via e-mail to concerttravel@gmail.com or by phone on 061 384422.

Victor

http://www.garda.ie/Controller.aspx?Page=4211

Bohemians V Liverpool XI on the 17/8/09 - Traffic Management Arrangements
This match takes place at Dalymount Park, Dublin 7.

Stiles Opening at - 18.30 hrs Bohemians V Liverpool XI - 19.45hrs Event Finish at - 21.30 hrs.
Expected Attendance is 7,500.


Patrons Travelling to Dalymount Park:

All patrons travelling to Dalymount Park for the event are advised to utilise public transport and the park and ride facilities.

Dalymount Park is serviced by bus and train

Patrons should be aware that illegally parked vehicles will be impounded or clamped and will be liable to a fine of €130.00.

Drivers should be aware that illegally or improperly parked vehicles have the potential to cause traffic disruption, obstruction and difficulty to emergency vehicles that may need to access the narrow residential streets that surround Dalymount Park.


Pre and Post Event Traffic Restrictions:

A Garda Cordon will be in effect on the streets that lead to Dalymount Park from 6.45pm.

Traffic will be diverted away from St. Peters Road and Connaught Street before and after the game.

As a guideline the Garda cordon at St. Peters Road / Connaught Street will be in place one hour prior to stiles opening time and one hour post event to enable match patrons to arrive and depart safely.

In bound traffic will also be diverted away from Connaught Street towards the New Cabra Road before and after the game.


Patron Search:

All patrons entering the Garda cordon will be the subject of a ticket check by Stewards and search by Gardaí.

Any offensive articles, e.g. glass bottles, air horns, till rolls and large flagpoles will be seized. Patrons are advised not to bring any unnecessary baggage with them and are advised to travel early to the stadium to avoid any unnecessary delays. Patrons who are intoxicated will be refused entry to the ground.


Ticket Sales:

As this event is sold out there will be no ticket sales outlets on the day of the event.

Patrons are further advised not to purchase tickets from any unaccredited source.


Public Order:

Patrons are advised that the Gardaí will not permit the consumption of alcohol outside public houses, while walking along the street or in any other public place.

Patrons are asked to have consideration for local residents and refrain from anti-social behaviour (drinking and urinating).


Crime:

Patrons are advised to be aware of their own personal safety and security while attending the event. They should ensure the security of personal belongings while en route to and from the stadium i.e. purses/wallets/tickets/ Mobile Phones.

Patrons who arrive by vehicle should also ensure that property is not left exposed in parked vehicles. They should ensure that car windows, sunroofs are correctly closed.

Victor

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=434

Tall Ships Visit Belfast: Day Return Fare €20 by Marketing Department

The Tall Ships arrive in Belfast for 4 days from the 13th - 16th of August, and the port of Belfast will play host to a magnificent spectacle as the final port of the Tall Ships Atlantic Challenge 2009.

Why not visit Belfast and enjoy live music, street theatre and the magic of Belfast with our day return fare from Dublin to Belfast for just €20 only on irishrail.ie! Book Now

Opening times:
Thursday 13 August 12noon-9pm
Friday 14 August 12noon-9pm
Saturday 15 August 10am-9pm
Sunday 16 August 10am-4pm.

For more information on the Belfast Maritime Festival events go to http://www.gotobelfast.com/belfastmaritimefestival

Book Now http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp

Victor

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=493

All Ireland Under 21 Hurling Semi Final - Clare v. Galway by Corporate Communications

Iarnrod Eireann are providing a special reduced fare for supporters travelling to the All Ireland Under 21 hurling semi final between Clare and Galway in Thurles on Saturday next. The return fare of €15 for adults and €10 for children under 16 applies to the 11.50 hrs train from Ennis and the 12.35hrs train from Limerick arriving into Thurles at 13.20hrs. The return train leaves Thurles at 17.00hrs arriving back into Limerick at 17.50 hrs and Ennis at 18.40hrs. Click here to book your ticket http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_offers.asp?action=list&specials_origin=ENNIS&specials_destination=THRLS

http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_offers.asp?action=list&specials_origin=ENNIS&specials_destination=THRLS

22nd Aug 2009
U21 Hurling: Clare V Galway Special - Adults from €15 - Children from €10
Departing Ennis 11:50 Thurles 13:20
Returning Thurles 17:00 Ennis

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Save 40% on your Bus to the Electric Picnic with JJ Kavanagh and Sons (Dublin - Electric Picnic €28 Buseireann, €20 JJ Kavnanagh).

Buses to an from the festival everyday from Dublin and other locations

Dublin - Electric Picnic €20
Dublin Airport - Electric Picnic €28

Carlow - Electric Picnic €15
Waterford - Electric Picnic €20

Limerick - Portlaoise
Nenagh - Portlaoise
Roscrea - Portlaoise

Full Details here & Buy online
http://jjkavanagh.ie/en/bus-to-electric-picnic-transport

Victor

http://www.translink.co.uk/specialoffers.asp#gaatyrone

Tyrone GAA Bus Special!

Bus Special from Strabane - £15 Adult, £7.50 Child flat fare (children must be accompanied by at least one adult)
(via Newtonstewart, Omagh, Ballygawley & Aughnacloy)
Tickets ONLY available online http://www.translink.co.uk/SpecialEvent-bus.asp?source=GaaBus

*Please note: Online sales for bus specials will close on Saturday 22nd August at 2pm!*

PLEASE NOTE: ONLINE SALES FOR TYRONE TRAIN SPECIALS HAVE NOW CLOSED. TICKETS CAN STILL BE PURCHASED AT STATIONS OF DEPARTURE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

http://www.translink.co.uk/SpecialEvent-bus.asp?source=GaaBus

Tyrone v Cork
Sunday, 23 August, 2009
Throw-in at 15:30
OUTWARD
Station
Option A
Strabane Bus Station dep 8:30
Newtonstewart By-pass dep 8:45
Omagh Bus Station dep 9:00
Ballygawley, Grange Rd. dep 9:20
Aughnacloy, Main St. dep 9:25
Dublin (Mount Joy Square) arr 11:45

RETURN
Station
A
Dublin (Mount Joy Square) dep 18:00

Return fare per person* Adult Child
Strabane Bus Station £15.00 £7.50
Newtonstewart By-pass £15.00 £7.50
Omagh Bus Station £15.00 £7.50
Ballygawley, Grange Rd. £15.00 £7.50
Aughnacloy, Main St. £15.00 £7.50

Victor

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=495

Extra Train from Cork to Dublin for Cork v. Tyrone Football Semi-Final Game by Corporate Communications

Extra Train from Cork to Dublin for Cork v. Tyrone All-Ireland Football Championship Semi-Final in Croke Park, Dublin - Sunday 23rd August 2009. Reservations are essential and Iarnród Éireann is urging all intending passengers to purchase their rail tickets On-Line here or in advance through Iarnród Éireann’s telesales number 1850-366222.

Iarnród Éireann is delighted to announce that train arrangements have been confirmed to cater for Cork GAA fans and all intending passengers wishing to travel from Cork, Mallow or Charleville to Dublin this Sunday, 23rd August 2009.

The regular 08.30hrs train and an extra train at 08.15hrs from Cork to Dublin is already sold out and intending passengers can now purchase rail tickets for an additional train which operates as follows:

Outward Journey – Sunday, 23rd August 2009:

07.45hrs Depart Kent Station, Cork.
08.05hrs Depart Mallow Station
08.20hrs Depart Charleville Station.
10.30hrs Arrive Dublin Heuston Station.


Return Journey – Sunday, 23rd August 2009:

19.50hrs Depart Dublin Heuston Station.
21.50hrs Arrive Charleville Station
22.05hrs Arrive Mallow Station
22.35hrs Arrive Kent Station, Cork.

Reservations are essential on all Cork-Dublin and return trains this weekend (especially Sunday) and priority will be give to passengers who have booked on-line. All intending passengers, including Cork GAA fans are therefore being asked to purchase their rail tickets in advance or reserve their seats on-line by clicking here http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp or phoning Telesales on 1850-366222.

Victor

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=754&month=Aug

Ploughing Championship

Travel to the Ploughing Championship in Athy 22nd/23rd/24th September 09. Plan your journey on our Journey Planner. http://194.106.151.94/jplan/bin/

Bus Éireann will be offering special fares on regular services to Athy.

Bus Éireann in association with Irish Rail will be operating a combined Rail and Bus shuttle to the show.

Bus Éireann will operate a shuttle bus service from the NPA carpark.

Wednesday, 19th August, 2009

Victor

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=755&month=Aug

All Ireland Semi Final

Bus Éireann is pleased to advise Football Fans that a special service will operate from Cork to Croke Park for the All Ireland Semi Finals.

Services will depart as follows:

* Depart Cork: 07:30
* Depart Fermoy: 08:05
* Depart Mitchelstown: 08:15.

Tickets cost €25 and must be booked in advance from:
Bus Éireann Travel Centre, Bus Station, Parnell Place.

Wednesday, 19th August, 2009

Victor

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=499

Going to Croke Park on Sunday? Extra Maynooth line trains running by Corporate Communications

If you're travelling to the All-Ireland Football Semi-Final in Croke Park this Sunday, don't forget there's extra trains running on the Maynooth line (serving Drumcondra Station, less than 5 minutes walk from Croke Park).

Full schedule from Maynooth to Drumcondra and Dublin Connolly this Sunday 23rd August before the matches is (extra trains marked with *):

10.30, 11.00*, 11.36, 12.00*, 12.30, 13.00*, 13.35, 14.35


After the match, departure times from Drumcondra to Maynooth are:

17.15*, 17.25*, 17.41, and continuing with scheduled services.

Trains listed above serve all stations between Maynooth and Drumcondra.

Customers using car parks at stations at Maynooth, Leixlip Louisa Bridge, Leixlip Confey and Coolmine are reminded that all Iarnród Éireann car parks are pay and display 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, priced €2 per day. The car park at Phoenix Park Station is privately owned and operated.