Dublin Public Transport Updates for St. Brigid’s Bank Holiday Weekend

This St. Brigid’s Day Bank Holiday weekend (Friday 31st January – Monday 3rd February 2025), there are several public transport updates for Dublin. If you're planning to travel, check schedules in advance, as some services will operate on a modified timetable.

Irish Rail / DART

Additional Train Services for Ireland vs. England Rugby Match – Saturday 1st February
With Ireland facing England in the Guinness Six Nations at Aviva Stadium (kick-off at 16:45), Irish Rail is increasing services and capacity to accommodate fans.

  • Additional service:

    • 21:50 Connolly to Belfast

  • Extra capacity added to:

    • 20:50 Heuston to Cork (with connection to Limerick Colbert)

    • 21:00 Heuston to Cork

    • 08:45 Cork to Heuston

    • 12:40 Athy to Heuston

    • 12:55 Longford to Connolly

    • 12:50 Dundalk to Connolly

    • 20:50 Dundalk to Connolly

    • 21:10 Connolly to Dundalk

Booking Advice: Passengers traveling by InterCity rail should pre-book tickets online, including holders of a Free Travel Pass.

For more information, please check the Irish Rail website here.

Dublin Bus

  • Sunday timetable in effect on Bank Holiday Monday, 3rd February.

  • Full Nitelink service will run on Friday 31st January and Saturday 1st February.

  • No Nitelink service on Sunday 2nd February.

  • 24-hour routes continue to operate daily as usual.

For more details on routes and schedules, visit the Dublin Bus website.

Luas Tram Services

Over the St. Brigid’s Day weekend, essential engineering works will affect Luas Green Line services. Luas Red Line services remain unaffected.

Green Line Operating Hours:

  • Friday 31st January: Service finishes 1 hour earlier

    • Broombridge Southbound: 05:30 – 23:16

    • Brides Glen Northbound: 05:30 – 23:00

  • Saturday 1st February: Service starts 1 hour later and finishes 1 hour earlier

    • Broombridge Southbound: 08:00 – 23:16

    • Brides Glen Northbound: 08:00 – 23:00

  • Sunday 2nd February: Service starts 2 hours later and finishes 1 hour earlier

    • Broombridge Southbound: 09:31 – 22:17

    • Brides Glen Northbound: 10:00 – 22:00

  • Bank Holiday Monday 3rd February: Service starts 2 hours later but runs normal Sunday operating hours

    • Broombridge Southbound: 09:31 – 23:17

    • Brides Glen Northbound: 10:00 – 23:00

Normal Luas operating hours resume from Tuesday 4th February.

For more information, please check the Luas website here.

Events in Dublin Over the Weekend

Ireland vs. England Rugby at Aviva Stadium – Saturday 1st February
A large crowd is expected at Aviva Stadium for the 2025 Guinness Six Nations match. Plan your journey in advance and consider using public transport to avoid congestion.

St. Brigid’s Weekend Celebrating Women Parade & Festival
From 31st January to 3rd February, over 80 events will take place across Dublin City, celebrating women’s contributions to culture, society, and history.

  • Parade on Sunday 2nd February: A unique rolling parade featuring rollerblades, skaters, and cyclists will travel from Capel Street to O’Connell Street.

Public transport users should expect delays and diversions during major events. For real-time updates, check official transport provider websites.

Enjoy the weekend and travel safely!

Dublin Bus, Engineering Works, DART, LuasMatt Walsh