All-Ireland Final Travel Advisory: Cork Supporters Heading to Dublin

• Extra Train Services Announced as Rebel Army Prepares for Croke Park

Updated 12:00 GMT, 16 July 2025

Cork supporters are being urged to plan their journeys early and allow extra travel time as the Rebels prepare to take on Tipperary in this Sunday's All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final at Croke Park.

The historic all-Munster decider will throw in at 3:30 PM on Sunday, 20 July at Croke Park, with Cork aiming to win their first title since 2005 against a Tipperary side seeking their first triumph since 2019.

 Iarnrod Éireann Services - High Demand Expected

According to Iarnród Éireann, tickets for the 8:25 AM service from Cork Kent, which arrives in Dublin Heuston shortly before 11 AM on Sunday, 20 July, are no longer available. Many other regular services are also sold out.

As of last week, Iarnrod Éireann was working to confirm additional services. A tweet from Iarnrod Éireann stated:

"To all our lovely passengers (people of Cork) asking about extra services for next weekend's GAA action. Right now, our operations team is working hard to confirm additional services, my colleagues and I will post any details ASAP."

According to reports from 11 July, Iarnrod Éireann was adding some additional departures from Cork scheduled for 7:00 AM, 7:45 AM and 9:20 AM, with return trains departing Dublin at 7:10 PM, 7:35 PM and 9:25 PM, though passengers should check the Iarnrod Éireann website for the most current confirmed timetables.

An Iarnrod Éireann spokesperson said:

"As always for any All-Ireland Final, especially for two rail-connected counties, there will be huge demand, and we will do all we can to operate whatever additional services are possible."

Motorway Toll Advice

Cork TDs had called for toll barriers to be removed on match day following delays during the semi-finals, but Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) rejected requests to have the barriers removed on the day of the final. Drivers should budget extra time for potential delays at toll plazas, particularly on the M50 and approaching Dublin.

Public Transport in Dublin

Croke Park is a 16-minute (1.3km) walk from Connolly Red Line Luas stop. The stadium is also just 15 minutes (1km) walk from both Parnell and Marlborough Green Line Luas stops.

The closest railway station is Drumcondra at the intersection of Drumcondra Road (N1) and Clonliffe Road, a 5-minute walk from the stadium. The closest DART stations are Connolly and Clontarf. Connolly is a 15-20 minute walk and Clontarf a 20-25 minute walk to the stadium.

Match Day Parking and Security

Based on the 2024 guidelines, supporters should be aware that:

• No backpacks or large handbags are permitted into the stadium
• Bags measuring 4.5in/11.4cm x 6.5in/16.51cm (A4) or smaller will be allowed
• There will be no cloakroom or storage facilities on site
• Allow extra time for security checks at entry points

For Those Staying in Cork

Cork hurling supporters who aren't travelling to Dublin for the match will have the option of watching the game live at the Rebels' fanzone at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh.

Key Travel Tips

• Check Iarnrod Éireann website regularly - additional services may be announced but regular services are already sold out
• Allow extra time for all journeys due to expected heavy traffic
• Use public transport where possible - parking near Croke Park is extremely limited
• Plan meeting points away from Jones Road to avoid crowd congestion
• Charge mobile devices fully as there are no charging points at the venue

Transport for Ireland strongly advises using the TFI Journey Planner app to plan your route and check for any service updates on match day. Cork supporters should monitor Iarnrod Éireann's social media and website for any additional service announcements.

Up the Rebels! Make sure your journey to Croke Park is as memorable as the match itself by planning ahead.