Concert, Sport & Other Event Transport

Victor · 01-10-2008 3:35pm

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=660&month=Sep

Ballinasloe Fair 2008

From Sunday, 5 October to Saturday, 11 October inclusive, the bus stop in Ballinasloe will be relocated as follows:

Bus services operating from Galway via Ballinasloe will depart and set down from outside “The Planet” opposite Hayden’s Hotel car park, on by-pass.

Bus services operating to Galway via Ballinasloe will depart and set down from outside Hayden’s Hotel car park, on by-pass.

Tuesday, 30th September, 2008

Victor · 11-10-2008 8:47am

http://www.buseireann.ie/

Bus Éireann will be providing special bus services from Dublin for upcoming Races.

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=652&month=Oct

Races 2008

Races October 2008

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

Venue Date
Navan Wed, 8th
Fairyhouse Sat, 11th
Naas Sun, 12th
Puncherstown Wed, 15th
Puncherstown Thurs, 16th
Fairyhouse Sun, 19th
Navan Wed, 22nd
Naas Sat, 25th
Puncherstown Wed, 29th

Services depart 2 hours before the first Race

Fare = €13

Monday, 6th October, 2008

Victor · 14-10-2008 1:29am

http://www.irishrail.ie/home/

Ireland V Cyprus
Extra Return Service for Galway, Cork & Limerick
Book Now

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

bmcgov86 · 29-10-2008 9:41pm

its a pity most places dont provide motorbike parking places at gigs and matches

Victor · 31-10-2008 9:11pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/general_news.asp?action=view&news_id=439

Ireland V Canada Travel Arrangements by Corporate & E-Marketing

Rugby International
Ireland v Canada
Thomond Park

Iarnród Éireann are expecting a significant number of rugby supporters to travel by train to Limerick for the Ireland v Canada rugby International on Saturday 8th November.

In an effort to accommodate rugby supporters travelling to and from Limerick to see the Ireland v Canada rugby friendly in the redeveloped Thomond Park on Saturday 8th November, Iarnród Éireann have amended some of their scheduled evening trains from Limerick to both Cork and Dublin.

Colbert Station, which is right in the heart of Limerick, is a 20 to 25 minute walk from Thomond Park. In addition Bus Éireann will be operating a shuttle bus service, before the match, from the city centre to Thomond Park.

Supporters have the flexibility to travel outward on any available train and return on one of the amended train services to Cork and Dublin.

Limerick (Colbert Station) to Cork 20.00, 21.05 & 22.00

Limerick (Colbert Station) to Dublin 20.05 & 21.05

Iarnród Éireann advise that there is limited capacity on these return trains from Limerick and are strongly advising supporters to book their travel in advance to avoid disappointment on the day.

Train tickets are now available online - click here to book now

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

Victor · 31-10-2008 9:42pm

http://www.dublinbus.ie/news_centre/7up_christmas_on_ice.asp

Dublin Bus offers high frequency, direct transport to festivals, concerts and events in Dublin and its surrounding area.

Exclusive 20% Dublin Bus Discount on Ice Skating at RDS and Liffey Valley Shopping Centre.

7UP Christmas on Ice is now in its 6th year at the RDS and looking forward to the 2nd year at Liffey Valley Shopping Centre, giving visitors the opportunity to shop AND skate.

The event will run from 14th November 2008 until 11th January 2009 at the RDS and until 4th January at Liffey Valley, and with almost 2,000 square metres of ice to enjoy, with beginner and kiddie rinks for those of you taking your first shaky steps on the ice, it's suitable for everyone.

Book online at http://www.7upchristmasonice.ie and enter the code BUS20 or call the Iceline on 0818 717 200 for this exclusive offer.

Click here for more details on our 20% Dublin Bus Discount.

Victor · 10-11-2008 10:43pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=443

Ireland V Poland Travel Arrangements, 19th November by Corporate & E-Marketing

Soccer International
Ireland v Poland
Croke Park

Iarnród Éireann are expecting a significant number of soccer supporters to travel by train to Dublin for the Ireland v Poland International Soccer friendly on Wednesday the 19th of November.

To accommodate soccer supporters travelling to and from Dublin to see the Ireland v Poland International Soccer friendly in Croke Park on Wednesday the 19th of November, Iarnród Éireann have provided additional services after the match for Cork, Limerick and Galway customers.

Supporters have the flexibility to travel outward on any available train and return on one of the additional train services to Cork, Limerick and Galway.

Dublin (Heuston Station) to Cork 23.00

Dublin (Heuston Station) to Limerick 23.00

Dublin (Heuston Station) to Galway 22.55

Iarnród Éireann advise that there is limited capacity on these return trains from Dublin and are strongly advising supporters to book their travel in advance to avoid disappointment on the day.

Train tickets are now available online -

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

Victor · 10-11-2008 10:44pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=445

Ireland V New Zealand All Blacks Travel Arrangements, 15th November by Corporate & E-Marketing

Rugby International
Ireland V New Zealand
Croke Park

Iarnród Éireann are expecting a significant number of Rugby supporters to travel by train to Dublin for the Ireland V All Blacks Rugby International on Saturday 15th of November.

To accommodate Rugby supporters travelling to and from Dublin to see the Ireland V All Blacks in Croke Park on Saturday the 15th of November, Iarnród Éireann have provided additional services after the match for Cork, Limerick and Galway customers.

Supporters have the flexibility to travel outward on any available train and return on one of the additional train services to Cork, Galway and Limerick.

Cork to Dublin (Heuston Station) 08.20

Dublin (Heuston Station) to Cork 20.30

Dublin (Heuston Station) to Limerick 20.30

Dublin (Heuston Station) to Galway 20.50

Iarnród Éireann advise that there is limited capacity on these return trains from Dublin and are strongly advising supporters to book their travel in advance to avoid disappointment on the day. It is expected that these return services will be sold out before the weekend.

Train tickets are now available online - click here to book now

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

Victor · 19-11-2008 12:28am

http://www.translink.co.uk/SpecialEvent.asp

Pre-order your train travel online NOW. Tickets & Boarding Cards will be posted First Class by Royal Mail Recorded Signed for™ delivery.

Pre-ordered Rugby Special tickets will be issued each Friday from 24 October 2008 onwards. Tickets purchased after 2PM on Friday, 07 November 2008 will be posted next working day.

Note: When using the booking system Select Date, Outward Station then Outward Time in that order. Return Station and Return Time are selected automatically based on Outward Journey.

For more information contact our Call Centre (Tel. 028 90666630 - Open seven days 7am to 8pm)

14:45, Saturday, 22 November, 2008
Ireland v Argentina
Online sales for Ireland v Argentina close Wednesday, 19 November 2008 at 2pm.

OUTWARD ||||
Station | |Option A |Option B |Option C
Belfast Central |dep |08:35 |09:05 |09:25
Lisburn |dep |08:45 |09:15 |09:35
Lurgan |dep |09:03 |09:33 |09:53
Portadown |dep |09:12 |09:42 |10:02
Newry |dep |09:32 |10:02 |10:22
Dublin Connolly |arr |10:45 |11:30 |11:43
||||
RETURN||||
Station ||A |B |C
Dublin Connolly |dep |17:50 |18:20 |19:18

Return fare per person* |Adult |Child
Belfast |£27.00 |£13.50
Lisburn |£26.00 |£13.00
Lurgan |£23.00 |£11.50
Portadown £21.50 |£10.75
Newry |£19.00 |£9.50

(*There is a £1.50 P&P charge per application up to 8 tickets per application)

Victor · 28-11-2008 11:27am

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=449

Munster Club Senior Hurling Final - Travel Arrangements by Corporate & E-Marketing

On Sunday 30th November, Limerick Champions, Adare and Waterford Champions, De La Salle will meet in the Munster Club Senior Hurling Final to determine who will go forward to represent Munster in the All-Ireland series of the competition.

The game is taking place in Semple Stadium, Thurles and Throw-in is at 14.00hrs.

Iarnród Éireann is providing a special service for supporters travelling from Limerick to the game which will depart Limerick at 12.35hrs arriving at Thurles at 13.20hrs.

A return service to Limerick will depart Thurles at 17.00hrs arriving at Limerick at 17.50hrs.

Train Tickets for this service are available here.

Customers are advised to book early to avoid disappointment.

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

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

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.

Munster Club Hurling Final Adare V De La Salle

Sunday 30th November

Departing Limerick 12:35 Thurles 13:20 Sunday 30th November-2008

Returning Thurles 17:00 Limerick

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

Victor · 01-12-2008 3:35pm

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=677&month=Dec

Races December 2008

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

Venue Date
Fairyhouse Wednesday, 3 December
Navan Saturday, 6 December
Punchestown Sunday, 7 December
Fairyhouse Sunday, 13 December
Navan Sunday, 14 December
Navan Saturday, 20 December
Punchestown Wednesday, 31 December

Services depart 2 hours before the first race.

Fare: €13

Monday, 1st December, 2008

Victor · 03-12-2008 5:38pm

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=678&month=Dec

Christmas On Ice - Letterkenny

Bus Éireann 7UP Christmas On Ice
€1.00 Discount
To all under 16 ticket holders with a Bus Éireann Ticket
to 7UP Christmas On Ice Letterkenny

Simply show your ticket at the box office.

Terms and Conditions:
This offer applies to all Mon-Thurs sessions
Discount redeemable with valid Bus Éireann U16 ticket only

Wednesday, 3rd December, 2008

Victor · 04-12-2008 11:18pm

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=679&month=Dec

Bus Éireann Extends Red Express Service to Eight Manchester United Home Games in 2009

Manchester United fans can now make the trip from Dublin to Old Trafford for Premiership games in 2009 for just €79 return following the extension of Bus Éireann’s Red Express service.

Due to popular demand, Manchester United fans can now travel to the Theatre of Dreams for €79 return for the following fixtures:

Chelsea (January 11th), Blackburn (Feb 21st), Portsmouth (Feb 28th), Liverpool (March 14th), Aston Villa (April 4th), Tottenham (April 25th), Man City (May 3rd) and Arsenal (May 16th).

The service departs from Busáras on Saturday mornings (Sunday morning for the Chelsea fixture) and makes its way to Manchester by early afternoon via the Dublin to Holyhead Stena Line sailing. The service will leave from Manchester later that evening.

Adult tickets are €79 return for adults, and €69 return for students and children under 16. Match ticket is not included. Tickets are available from www.buseireann.ie.

“Ireland’s large number of Manchester United fans of all ages can now enjoy the comfort of coach travel from Dublin city centre to the home of their heroes at a great value price,” said Andrew McLindon, Media and PR Manager, Bus Éireann.

If kick-off times for any of the matches are changed from 3pm (4pm for the Chelsea match) to early morning, Bus Éireann won’t be in a position to provide transport and passengers will receive a full refund.

Thursday, 4th December, 2008

Victor · 17-12-2008 10:13pm

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=686&month=Dec

Bus Éireann Introduces Service to Seven Liverpool FC Home Games in 2009

Liverpool FC fans can now make the trip from Dublin to Anfield for Premiership games in 2009 for just €79 return following the introduction of Bus Éireann’s new service.

Liverpool FC fans now can travel to Anfield for €79 return for the following fixtures: Chelsea (February 1st), Manchester City (February 21st), Aston Villa (March 21st), Blackburn (April 11th), Arsenal (April 18th), Newcastle (May 2nd), Tottenham Hotspur (May 24th).

The service departs from Busáras on Saturday mornings (Sunday mornings for the Chelsea and Tottenham fixtures) and arrives in Liverpool by early afternoon via the Dublin to Holyhead Stena Line sailing. The service will leave from Liverpool later that evening.

Tickets for each service are €79 return for adults, and €69 return for students and children under 16. Match ticket is not included. Tickets for the service are available from www.buseireann.ie.

“Ireland’s huge number of Liverpool fans of all ages can now enjoy the comfort of coach travel from Dublin city centre to the home of their heroes at a great value price,” said Andrew McLindon, Media and PR Manager, Bus Éireann.

If kick-off times for any of the matches are changed from 3pm (4pm for the Chelsea and Tottenham matches) to early morning, Bus Éireann won’t be in a position to provide transport and passengers will receive a full refund.

Wednesday, 17th December, 2008

Victor · 08-01-2009 6:42pm

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=691&month=Jan

January Races 2009

Special bus services for the upcoming races will operate from Busarás as follows:
Venue Date
Punchestown Saturday, 10 January
Naas Saturday, 17 January
Fairyhouse Sunday, 18 January
Navan Saturday, 24 January
Fairyhouse Saturday, 31 January

Services depart 2 hours before the first race.

Fare: €13

Thursday, 8th January, 2009

Victor · 11-01-2009 5:39pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=462

Munster V Sale Service Arrangements by Corporate communications

Munster V Sale
Thomond Park

Iarnród Éireann are expecting a significant number of Rugby supporters to travel by train to Limerick for the Munster V Sale Rugby match on Friday the 16th of January.

To accommodate Rugby supporters travelling to and from Limerick to see Munster V Sale in Thomond Park on Friday the 16th of January, Iarnród Éireann have the following services arrangements in place:

Supporters have the flexibility to travel outward on any available train 13.30, 15.30 & 16.10 (additional service) and return to Cork on the 22.35 & 23.00 (additional service) services. Details Below:

13.30 service from Cork will serve Mallow 13.52, Charleville 14.07, Limerick Junction at 14.31 with a connecting service to Limerick at 14.32. Due to arrive into Limerick at 15.08.

15.30 service from Cork will serve Mallow 15.52, Charleville 16.07, Limerick Junction at 16.29 with a connecting service to Limerick at 16.31. Due to arrive into Limerick at 17.00.

16.10 (additional direct service) from Cork will serve Mallow 16.33, Charleville 16.48. Due to arrive in Limerick at 17.35.

22.00 service from Limerick to Limerick Junction is deferred to 22.35 arriving into Limerick Junction at 23.02 with a connection serving Charleville 23.25, Mallow 23.40. Due to arrive in Cork at 00.10.

23.00 (additional direct service) from Limerick will serve Charleville 23.55, Mallow 00.10. Due to arrive in Cork at 00.35.

Iarnród Éireann advise that there is limited capacity and are strongly advising supporters to book their travel in advance to avoid disappointment on the day. It is expected that the return services will be sold out.

Train tickets are now available online - click here to book now http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp

For Munster Rugby information go to www.munsterrugby.ie

Important:

Please arrive early and allow sufficient travel time for your journey.

Victor · 24-01-2009 10:02am

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=463

National Football League - Dublin v Tyrone by Corporate Communications

National Football League - Dublin v Tyrone - Saturday 31st January 2008

The following special trains will operate in connection with this event:

17.30 Clonsilla to Connolly Station
17.35 Maynooth to Connolly Station
18.10 Maynooth to Connolly Station
20.40 Connolly Station to Maynooth
21.10 Connolly Station to Maynooth

The following alterations also apply:

20.45 Connolly Station to Belfast is deferred until 22.00
20.45 Connolly Station to Drogheda is extended to Dundalk.

Victor · 28-01-2009 6:57pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=464

Book now for rail travel to Ireland v France rugby by Corporate Communications

Supporters travelling to the Ireland v France Six Nations rugby international on Saturday 7th February are advised to book their rail tickets now, as demand is expected to be high around the network on this date.

As well as scheduled Intercity services on all routes to and from Dublin, a number of additional services will operate, including:

10.25hrs Limerick to Heuston

20.50hrs Heuston to Limerick
21.20hrs Heuston to Limerick
20.25hrs Heuston to Galway
20.30hrs Heuston to Cork

All services - both scheduled and additional specials - can now be booked from our homepage www.irishrail.ie

Commuter services

As well as the scheduled timetable, the following additional services will operate on the Maynooth commuter line before and after the match.

15.15hrs Maynooth to Connolly
15.45hrs Maynooth to Connolly
18.47hrs Connolly to Maynooth
19.15hrs Connolly to Maynooth

Northern Ireland

Supporters travelling from Northern Ireland to the match are advised that Translink are operating a number of additional services - full details are available at www.translink.co.uk

munchkin_utd · 29-01-2009 11:20am

Victor wrote: »

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=463

re. the extra trains from Maynooth (/Clonsilla) to Connolly for the game in croke park on Saturday.

Am I right in presuming that these stop at all stops to Connolly? The website has no info and the journey planner doesn't list where the extra trains stop.

Victor · 05-02-2009 11:05pm

I suspect they are all stops.

Victor · 05-02-2009 11:10pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=469

Ireland V Georgia Travel Arrangements by Marketing Department

World Cup Qualifier
Ireland V Georgia
Croke Park KO. 19.45

Iarnród Éireann are expecting a significant number of soccer supporters to travel by train to Dublin for the Ireland V Georgia World Cup Qualifier on Wednesday the 11th of February.

To accommodate Soccer supporters travelling to and from Dublin to see Ireland V Georgia in Croke Park on Wednesday the 11th of January, Iarnród Éireann have provided an additional service after the match for Cork and Limerick customers.

Supporters have the flexibility to travel outward on any available train and return on an additional train service to Cork or and Limerick at 23.00.

Dept. Heuston 23.00
Arr. Limerick Junction 00.36 (change for a connection to Limerick) Arr. Limerick 01.10
Charleville arr. 00.58
Mallow arr. 01.13
Cork arr. 01.39

Iarnród Éireann advise that there is limited capacity on this return train from Dublin and are strongly advising supporters to book their travel in advance to avoid disappointment on the day. It is expected that these return services will be sold out before the weekend.

Train tickets are now available online - click here to book now

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

Victor · 07-02-2009 7:30pm

http://www.luas.ie/news.php

Are you traveling to Croke Park this weekend?
PLease open this file for a walking map from Connolly Luas station to Croke park

Victor · 07-02-2009 7:35pm

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=696&month=Feb

February Races 2009

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

Venue Date
Naas Saturday, 7 February
Fairyhouse Wednesday, 11 February
Navan Sunday, 15 February
Punchestown Wednesday, 18 February
Fairyhouse Saturday, 21 February
Naas Saturday, 22 February
Navan Saturday, 28 February

Services depart 2 hours before the first race.

Fare: €13

Thursday, 5th February, 2009

Victor · 07-02-2009 8:42pm

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.

Cappataggle V Blarney Special

Sunday 15th February
Departing Ballinasloe 09:04 Dublin Heuston 11:10 Sunday 15th February-2009
Returning Dublin Heuston 19:15 Ballinasloe

Victor · 07-02-2009 8:44pm

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.

Dublin V Galway Special

Sunday 15th February
Departing Dublin Heuston 10:10 Galway 12:50 Sunday 15th February-2009
Returning Galway 17:40 Dublin Heuston

Victor · 15-02-2009 6:46pm

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=701&month=Feb

Special Bus Service

Bus Éireann is pleased to advise customers that a special Bus Service will operate to transport passengers to Windsor Park, Belfast for the Northern Ireland V Poland Football Game.

Bus Tickets are available to purchase online

Thursday, 12th February, 2009

Match details http://www.irishfa.com/international-matches/fixtures-and-results/

Victor · 20-02-2009 5:32pm

For clarity, the Belfast trains are:

11.25 Belfast to Dublin Connolly Station
11.55 Belfast to Dublin Connolly Station
13.25 Belfast to Dublin Connolly Station

19.55 Dublin Connolly Station to Belfast
20.05 Dublin Connolly Station to Belfast
21.05 Dublin Connolly Station to Belfast

One would hope that one can book any pair of trains.

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=474

Ireland V. England Rugby Match - Sat 28th Feb by Corporate Communications

The following special trains will operate in connection with the Ireland V. England Rugby Match at Croke Park on Saturday 28th February:

10.25 Limerick to Dublin Heuston Station
21.25 Dublin Heuston Station to Limerick

11.25 Belfast to Dublin Connolly Station
19.55 Dublin Connolly Station to Belfast

11.55 Belfast to Dublin Connolly Station
20.05 Dublin Connolly Station to Belfast

13.25 Belfast to Dublin Connolly Station
21.05 Dublin Connolly Station to Belfast

14.35 Clonsilla to Dublin Connolly Station
15.45 Maynooth to Dublin Connolly Station
19.15 Dublin Connolly Station to Maynooth
16.20 Maynooth to Dublin Connolly Station
19.30 Dublin Connolly Station to Maynooth

21.10 Dublin Heuston to Galway

21.15 Dublin Heuston to Cork.

Victor · 04-03-2009 6:08pm

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=703&month=Mar

Races, March 2009

Special bus services for the upcoming races will operate from Busarás as follows:
Venue Date
Fairyhouse Wednesday, 4 March
Naas Sunday, 8 March
Navan Sunday, 15 March
Curragh Sunday, 22 March
Navan Saturday, 28 March

Services depart 2 hours before the first race.

Fare: €15

Monday, 2nd March, 2009

Victor · 04-03-2009 6:20pm

http://www.dublinairport.com/at-airport/latest-news/040309_area14.html

Area 14 Re-opens on Monday, 9 March

Dublin Airport’s Check-in Area 14 will re-open from Monday, 9 March, following a recent upgrade to passenger facilities.

New bag, tag and drop machines have been installed to enhance the customer experience at Dublin Airport.

All Aer Lingus flights to destinations in France, Germany and the UK will now use this check-in area located on the lower ground floor of the main terminal building.

Ends
4 March, 2009

Victor · 04-03-2009 6:21pm

http://www.dublinairport.com/at-airport/latest-news/030309_newroadlayout.html

Change To Approach Road For Terminal Building

As part of the T2 works a new road layout on the approach to the Terminal at Dublin Airport will be implemented from today, 3 March.

The new road runs parallel and just North of the original approach road and the pedestrian route to the Terminal will mirror this layout.

Signage will be in place to direct traffic to the Terminal, Exits and Short Term Car Park.
Dublin Airport would like to apologise to its customers for any inconvenience caused during this construction project.

Ends
3 March, 2009

Victor · 12-03-2009 9:56pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=482

All-Ireland Club Finals - Tuesday 17th March by Corporate Communications

The following special trains will operate in connection with the All-Ireland Club Finals at Croke Park on Tuesday 17th March:

08.10 Belfast to Dublin (Connolly Station)

19.10 Dublin (Connolly Station) to Belfast

09.25 Waterford to Dublin (Connolly Station)

17.30 Dublin (Connolly Station) to Waterford

10.10 Waterford to Dublin (Connolly Station)

18.30 Dublin (Connolly Station) to Waterford

Victor · 26-03-2009 11:29pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=490

Travel by train to Ireland v Bulgaria, Saturday 28th March by Corporate Communications

Supporters travelling to the Ireland v Bulgaria World Cup Qualifiying match this Saturday, 28th March, are reminded of rail services for customers travelling to the match.

Intercity

Customers should book online on this website for all Intercity rail services. Extra trains will operate after the match from Heuston to Cork, Limerick and Galway, and booking is essential.

DART/Commuter

Avoid traffic congestion before and after the match, by travelling by DART and Commuter services.

Additional Maynooth line services will operate before and after the match, with customers travelling to and from Croke Park advised to use Drumcondra Station.

Victor · 02-04-2009 2:05pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=494

Munster V Leinster, Thomond Park, Saturday 4th April by Corporate Communications

Iarnrod Eireann are providing a return service from Limerick at 22.35 hrs. to Charleville, Mallow and Cork for supporters travelling to the Magners league fixture between Munster and Leinster in Thomond Park this Saturday evening 4th April arriving in Cork at 00.02hrs.

Victor · 02-04-2009 2:34pm

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=707&month=Mar

Races, April 2009

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

Venue Date

Fairyhouse Wednesday, 4 March
Curragh Sunday, 5 April
Fairyhouse Sunday, 12 April
Fairyhouse Monday, 13 April
Fairyhouse Tuesday, 14 April
Fairyhouse Wednesday, 15 April
Naas Saturday, 18 April
Navan Sunday, 26 April
Punchestown Tuesday, 28 April
Punchestown Wednesday 29 April
Punchestown April Thursday, 30 April

Services depart 2 hours before the first race.

Fare: €15

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

Monday, 30th March, 2009

Victor · 19-04-2009 8:52pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=261

Additional train services for Munster v Leinster rugby by Corporate Communications

Friday 17th April

Iarnród Éireann advises rugby supporters that we are in the process of arranging a number of additional services from Cork and Limerick to Dublin and back for the Heineken Cup semi final in Croke Park on Saturday 2nd May.

It is expected that these services will be available for booking at www.irishrail.ie early next week.

Victor · 05-05-2009 5:23pm

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

14th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return (inc. Venue Admission) - Adults from €25 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 07:35 Drogheda 08:05

14th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 07:35 Drogheda 08:05

14th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return (inc. Venue Admission) - Adults from €25 - Children from €5
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14th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
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14th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return (inc. Venue Admission) - Adults from €25 - Children from €5
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14th May 2009
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14th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return (inc. Venue Admission) - Adults from €25 - Children from €5
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14th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
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14th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return (inc. Venue Admission) - Adults from €25 - Children from €5
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14th May 2009
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15th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return (inc. Venue Admission) - Adults from €25 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 07:35 Drogheda 08:05

15th May 2009
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15th May 2009
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15th May 2009
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15th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return (inc. Venue Admission) - Adults from €25 - Children from €5
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15th May 2009
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15th May 2009
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15th May 2009
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15th May 2009
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15th May 2009
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16th May 2009
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Departing Dublin Connolly 07:35 Drogheda 08:05

16th May 2009
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16th May 2009
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16th May 2009
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16th May 2009
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Departing Dublin Connolly 08:53 Drogheda 09:46

16th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 08:53 Drogheda 09:46

16th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return (inc. Venue Admission) - Adults from €25 - Children from €5
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16th May 2009
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16th May 2009
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17th May 2009
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Departing Dublin Connolly 08:45 Drogheda 09:40

17th May 2009
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17th May 2009
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17th May 2009
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Departing Dublin Connolly 11:15 Drogheda 12:19

17th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 11:15 Drogheda 12:19

Victor · 14-05-2009 10:04am

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=307

Munster Rugby Fans by Marketing Department

Magners League Rugby

Munster Vs Ospreys @ Thomond Park on Friday 15th May 2009

Iarnród Éireann would like to show its appreciation to Munster rugby fans for their continued support by offering supporters a special return web fare when travelling to the Magners league rugby game on Friday 15th May in Thomond Park.

So if you are travelling by train from Cork €15 return, Mallow €12 return or Limerick Junction €8 return, you can avail of these fares only through this link. http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_services.asp

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

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.
Magners League Rugby Munster V Ospreys
Friday 15th May
Departing Cork 15:30 Limerick 17:00 Friday 15th May-2009
Returning Limerick 22:30 Cork

Magners League Rugby Munster V Ospreys
Friday 15th May
Departing Cork 17:30 Limerick 19:00 Friday 15th May-2009
Returning Limerick 22:30 Cork

Victor · 14-05-2009 2:15pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=303

Special train services to Irish Open by Marketing Department

Stay on the Fairway and Let Us Do The “Driving”!

Iarnród Éireann to run special train services to the Irish Open at Baltray, Co. Louth

Iarnród Éireann is offering a special €10 return train only or €25 return train and admission ticket for customers booking online to attend the 2009 Irish Open at Baltray from Thursday 14th to Sunday 17th May. This great value fare offers a 25% reduction on admission to the event and is a stress free and relaxing way to get to one of the year’s biggest sporting events. A €5 return fare is available for children and all under 16s will be admitted free to the event.

Bus Éireann are operating a shuttle service from Drogheda train station to Baltray every 30 minutes each day of the event. The fare payable on the day is €6 return or €4 single. So log onto www.irishrail.ie to book your place to see Padraig Harrington seek his 2nd Irish open in 3 years. Other top Irish golfers also playing at Baltray will include Graham McDowell, Darren Clarke and rising star Rory McIlroy.

These unbeatable fares are only available online and seats are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.

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

15th May 2009
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Departing Dublin Connolly 07:35 Drogheda 08:05

15th May 2009
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Departing Dublin Connolly 07:35 Drogheda 08:05

15th May 2009
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15th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 08:02 Drogheda 09:04

15th May 2009
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Departing Dublin Connolly 08:53 Drogheda 09:46

15th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 08:53 Drogheda 09:46

15th May 2009
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15th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 09:35 Drogheda 10:06

15th May 2009
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15th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
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16th May 2009
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Departing Dublin Connolly 07:35 Drogheda 08:05

16th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
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16th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return (inc. Venue Admission) - Adults from €25 - Children from €5
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16th May 2009
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16th May 2009
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16th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
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16th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return (inc. Venue Admission) - Adults from €25 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 09:35 Drogheda 10:06

16th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 09:35 Drogheda 10:06

16th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return (inc. Venue Admission) - Adults from €25 - Children from €5
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16th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 10:06 Drogheda 11:00

17th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return (inc. Venue Admission) - Adults from €25 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 08:45 Drogheda 09:40

17th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 08:45 Drogheda 09:40

17th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return (inc. Venue Admission) - Adults from €25 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 09:22 Drogheda 10:19

17th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 09:22 Drogheda 10:19

17th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return (inc. Venue Admission) - Adults from €25 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 10:00 Drogheda 10:30

17th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 10:00 Drogheda 10:30

17th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return (inc. Venue Admission) - Adults from €25 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 11:15 Drogheda 12:19

17th May 2009
Irish Open Day Return - Adults from €10 - Children from €5
Departing Dublin Connolly 11:15 Drogheda 12:19

Victor · 14-05-2009 6:52pm

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=719&month=May

2009 Irish Open Golf Championship at Baltray – 14 to 17 May 2009

Bus Éireann operates a shuttle bus service between Drogheda bus/rail stations and Baltray Golf Course every 30 minutes throughout the day from 14 to 17 May. Fares are €4 single or €6 return

Thursday, 14th May, 2009

Victor · 19-05-2009 4:36am

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=721&month=May

Bus Éireann Offers €5 Day Return Fare to Galway City during Volvo Ocean Race

People in Galway and surrounding areas can travel to Galway city for the Volvo Ocean Race Stopover for just €5 return thanks to a special offer from Bus Éireann.

The €5 day return fare from Bus Éireann will run from May 23rd 2009 to June 6th 2009 inclusive and will enable people to travel to Galway city for this exciting event on 16 routes at a great value price and without having to worry about finding and paying for parking or dealing with traffic delays.

With hourly services operating to Galway city from towns such as Athlone, Ballinasloe, Loughrea, and Gort, visitors to the Volvo Ocean Race Stopover will have a great choice of Bus Éireann services.

In addition, to facilitate the later events at the Race Village, Bus Éireann will offer late night departures from Galway city to various destinations as part of the €5 special fare.

“Bus Éireann is delighted to play its part in helping Galway people to experience the Volvo Ocean Race Stopover by offering this incredible value fare for the duration of the event,” said Brian Connolly, Regional Manager, West, Bus Éireann.

Bus Éireann will offer the special €5 day return fare to Galway during the Volvo Ocean Race Stopover on the following routes:

* Route 20 & 70 – Athlone, Ballinasloe, Loughrea, Craughwell, Derrydonnell Cross, Oranmore
* Route 51 - Gort, Labane, Ardrahan, Kilcolgan, Clarenbridge, Oranmore
* Route 420 - Headford, Corrandulla, Loughgeorge, Claregalway, Castlegar, Clonboo
* Route 419 & 416 - Maam Cross, Oughterard, Roscahill, Moycullen
* Route 423 - Kinvara, Ballindereen, Kilcolgan, Clarenbridge, Oranmore
* Route 424 - Spiddal, Furbo, Barna
* Route 425 - Monivea, Cussaun Cross, Cashla, Carnmore Cross
* Route 427 - Loughrea, Athenry, Oranmore
* Route 429 - Tuam, Loughgeorge, Claregalway
* Route 434 - Gort, Labane, Ardrahan, Nogra, Kinvara, Ballindereen, Kilcolgan, Clarenbridge, Oranmore
* Route 422 - Tuam, Claregalway
* Route 418 - Athenry, Derrydonnell Cross, Oranmore.
* Route 417 - Tuam, Corofin Cross, Loughgeorge. Claregalway.
* Route 64 - Tuam, Claregalway

Late night services:

Bus Éireann will provide a late night service to Loughrea, Ballinasloe and Athlone every night of the festival departing Galway Bus Station at midnight.

An 11pm service to Spiddal, Maam Cross, Headford, Tuam, Gort, Monivea and Kinvara will operate on the following dates from Galway Bus Station – Saturday May 23rd, Thursday May 28th, Friday May 29th, Saturday May 30th, Sunday May 31st, Monday 1st June, Thursday June 4th, and Friday June 5th.

There will also be a midnight service to Spiddal, Maam Cross, Headford, Tuam, Gort, Monivea and Kinvara from Galway Bus Station on Sunday May 24th.

Monday, 18th May, 2009

Victor · 20-05-2009 3:20pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=320

All Aboard for the Volvo Ocean Race! by Marketing Department

ALL ABOARD FOR THE VOLVO OCEAN RACE!

Iarnród Éireann Announces Additional Services and Special Fares for the Volvo Ocean Race stop over in Galway City.

As Galway City prepares for an influx of visitors to enjoy the spectacle of the Volvo Ocean Race and the festivity surrounding the event, Iarnród Éireann has announced that it will increase its services to and from Galway for the duration of the festival from the 23rd of May to the 6th of June.

An additional Friday service will operate from Heuston Station on 22nd and 29th May and 5th June at 13.55hrs arriving at Galway at 16.20hrs. Capacity on other services to Galway will be increased over the period of the Galway stopover.

Iarnród Éireann also plans to supplement its services between Athlone and Galway with late evening services returning to Athenry, Attymon, Woodlawn, Ballinasloe and Athlone.

On top of the additional services a special €10 adult day return or €5 child day return fare will be available to Galway from Athlone, Ballinasloe, Woodlawn, Attymon and Athenry booking offices only for the duration of the stopover.

These services will allow visitors from the Midlands and the eastern part of Co. Galway to attend many of the displays, events and concerts and return home after the event. This option should prove to be very popular and allow visitors to avoid any traffic delays by parking at one of the above stations.

A special Volvo Ocean race timetable is available for download, click here.

*Additional car parking for the duration of the festival will be made available at the following locations:

Athenry Station: Additional car parking will be available in the proximity of the existing station Car Park

Ballinasloe Station: Additional parking will be available at Ballinasloe Mart, with direct access to the station platform from the mart

Athlone Station: Additional parking will be available in Zone B of the Athlone town centre

Ceannt Station in Galway is within five minutes of the Volvo Race Village making travelling by train the easiest way to access the many events surrounding the race.

A special Volvo Ocean race timetable is available for download, click here.
http://www.irishrail.ie/images/pdfs/Volvo_Yacht_Race_Galway_2009.pdf

Victor · 22-05-2009 4:06pm

http://www.dublinairport.com/at-airport/latest-news/220509.rugby.html

Travel Advice for Leinster Fans Travelling From Dublin Airport

Dublin Airport will be busy tomorrow with an additional 20 charter flights heading to Edinburgh for the Heineken Cup Final.

The DAA has this advice for those travelling:

• Plan to arrive at the terminal building at least 90 minutes BEFORE your flight departure time.

• Passengers who have checked-in on line should plan to arrive at the terminal building between 90 and 60 minutes BEFORE your flight departure time.

• Prepare for the security screening process by removing outer jackets, belts, place phones and loose change into jackets or hand luggage, sharp items must be packed into checked-in luggage, and comply with EU regulations regarding liquids, details of which can be found on www.dublinairport.com

Dublin Airport will have customer care teams on duty over the course of the weekend. Dressed in bright pink polo shirts, they are on hand to assist passengers through the terminal building.

Victor · 29-05-2009 6:47pm

I wasn't sure whether €21 represented good value or not, so I checked the same trains on the previous day

Ticket Web Price
Adult € 42.50
Child € 21.00
Faircard € 28.50
Student € 25.50
Reserve Seat € 6.00
Some fares may only be available from the website.
Discounts are applied at the end of your booking

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=323

Attention Cork Hurling Fans by Marketing Department

Under 21 Hurling Championship Quarter Final ~
Cork V Tipperary @ Semple Stadium on Wednesday 3rd of June 2009

Iarnród Éireann would like to show its appreciation to Cork hurling fans for their continued support by offering supporters a special return web fare when travelling to the game on Wednesday 3rd of June in Semple Stadium.

Cork €21 return, Mallow €21 return or Charleville €21 return.

These fares are only available on the on the 17.30 Cork, 17.52 Mallow or 18.07 Charleville to Thurles and returning on the 21.22 Thurles to Cork service. These fares are only available through the links below:

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

3rd Jun 2009
U-21 Munster Hurling Championship Cork Vs Tipperary - Adults from €21 - Children from €10.5
Departing Cork 17:30 Thurles 18:49
Returning Thurles 21:22 Cork

Victor · 30-05-2009 8:03pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=329

SPECIAL: Extra evening services on Sat-Sun 30th-31st May from Galway to Dublin for Volvo Ocean Race by Corporate Communications

SPECIAL !! EXTRA EVENING SERVICES ANNOUNCED FROM GALWAY TO DUBLIN, SATURDAY 30TH AND SUNDAY 31ST MAY

In response to customer demand, Iarnród Éireann has announced extra evening services this Saturday and Sunday evening, 30th and 31st May, for those attending the Volvo Ocean Race.

Saturday 30th May

19.30hrs Galway to Athlone (arrives Athlone 20.29hrs) will connect with the 18.05 train from Westport to Dublin train at Athlone, which will depart Athlone on this evening at 20.33hrs, instead of the usual Athlone departure time of 20.05hrs.

Sunday 31st May

19.20hrs Galway to Athlone (arrives Athlone 20.22hrs) will connect with the 17.55 train from Westport to Dublin at Athlone, departing Athlone on this evening at 20.33hrs, instead of the usual Athlone departure time of 19.55.

Iarnród Éireann apologises to customers on the Westport services for any inconvenience caused.

Victor · 01-06-2009 12:38pm

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=720&month=May

Bus Éireann Takes the Hassle Out of Getting to the Big Gigs This Summer

Bus Éireann is to take the hassle of getting to and from the biggest music concerts this summer with regular services from Dublin city centre to Slane, Punchestown, ****** and Electric Picnic.

The Bus Éireann services will mean that concert goers can relax and enjoy the events without having to worry about car parking or getting to the gigs on time.

Concert goers can travel with Bus Éireann to Oasis at Slane, AC/DC at Punchestown, and to ****** for just €25 return, and to the Electric Picnic for €28 return. Tickets for each of these services can be purchased online at Buseireann.ie.

Bus Éireann is to run services to the following events this summer:
Oasis, Slane Castle

* Saturday, 20 June 2009
* Service departs Customs House Quay from 10.30 until 14.00,
returning immediately after the concert.
* Return ticket: €25

AC/DC, Punchestown

* Sunday, 28 June 2009
* Service departs Customs House Quay from 13.00 until 18.00,
returning immediately after the concert.
* Return ticket: €25

******

* Thursday, 9 July to 13 July
* Service departs Customs House Quay:
* Thursday, from 12.00 until 16.00
* Friday, from 10.00 until 18.00
* Service Departs Punchestown:
* Sunday, from 22.00 to 01.00
* Monday, from 06.00 to 12.00
* Return ticket: €25

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
* Return ticket: €28

Friday, 15th May, 2009

Victor · 03-06-2009 8:20pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=334

Munster Hurling Semi Final - Thurles Sunday 14th June by Corporate Communications

Munster Hurling Semi Final

Iarnrod Eireann advise supporters intending to travel by train to the Munster Hurling semi final between Limerick and Waterford in Thurles on Sunday 14th June to book their train tickets in advance.

Victor · 03-06-2009 8:21pm

http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=724&month=Jun

Park n Ride Facilities for GAA Matches at Croke Park

Bus Éireann Kicks-off Park n Ride Facilities for All-Ireland Championship Matches at Croke Park

Bus Éireann is to make it easier for fans to get to and from GAA All-Ireland Football and Hurling Championship games at Croke Park this summer by operating Park ‘N’ Ride facilities in Swords and Naas before and after the big matches.

The Bus Éireann Park n Ride facilities in Swords and Naas open on Sunday, June 7th 2009 for the Meath v Dublin Leinster Football Senior Championship Quarter Final and the Dublin v Antrim Leinster Hurling Senior Championship Quarter Final.

Fans will be able to leave their cars at Fingallians GAA in Swords and avoid the hassle of driving into and parking in the city centre by availing of the Bus Éireann shuttle.

Services will start departing Fingallians one hour before the first match and the drop-off/pick-up location is Mountjoy Square. Pick-up will be one hour after the conclusion of the Senior match.

Adult return fare is €7, a child return fare is €5 and a family return (two adults, three children)* is €14.

Bus Éireann will also be operating a Park n Ride facility to All-Ireland Championship football and hurling fixtures in Croke Park from Naas GAA from June 7th 2009. Services will depart from the club 90 minutes before the first match with pick-up from Mountyjoy Square one hour after the finish of the Senior game. Adult return fare is €9. Family return is €18 (two adults, three children)* and child return fare is €7.

* For a limited time only, children go free on a family return ticket.

For further informaton, please contact 01 8366111 or visit www.buseireann.ie.

ENDS

3 June 2009

Wednesday, 3rd June, 2009

Victor · 03-06-2009 8:24pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=330

Additional Services for Take That concert, Saturday 13th June by Corporate Communications

Iarnród Éireann will be providing additional services from Cork and Limerick to Dublin for the Take That Concert on Saturday 13th June.

A special service will depart Cork at 08:25hrs on Saturday morning calling at Mallow, Limerick Junction (with a connection from Limerick), Thurles and Heuston.

A return service after the concert will depart Heuston at 00:30hrs calling at Limerick Junction (with a connecting service to Limerick), Mallow and Cork.

Book early to avoid disappointment

Victor · 05-06-2009 8:15pm

http://www.dublinbus.ie/en/News-Centre/Travel-News/Planetlove/

Planetlove
Friday, June 05, 2009

Dublin Bus will operate a Special Bus Transfer to Planetlove Ireland on Saturday 6th June 2009, taking place at Fairyhouse Race Course.

The buses will depart from Parnell Square West from 12.00 noon until 6.00pm at a cost of €20.00.

The return service will operate directly after the event.

Victor · 05-06-2009 9:09pm

http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=340

The Showtime Express Is Back by Marketing Dept

During the 80's and early 90's The Showtime Express introduced Killarney and The Gleneagle Hotel to 55,000 Dublin Holidaymakers, offering a direct train service from Dublin's Heuston station to Killarney, nightly entertainment with all the showband greats including Dickie Rock & many more.

See www.destinationkillarney.ie/railbreaks/ for details

Concert, Sport & Other Event Transport

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