Journey Information – Bus to Dermot Kennedy at Aviva Stadium 

The bus to Dermot Kennedy at Aviva Stadium provides music fans with a reliable, easy and affordable way to travel to one of Dublin’s biggest summer concerts. Irish Concert Travel operates a same-day return coach service  ensuring fans arrive relaxed and ready to enjoy the show. No need to navigate parking restrictions, traffic or worry about late-night transport.

Journey’s are carefully planned so passengers arrive before the gates open. Coaches use motorway and primary routes for smooth travel into the capital. The Aviva, located on Lansdowne Road, is one of Ireland’s most modern concert venues and easily accessible by coach. Upon arrival, you’ll have time to enjoy food, drinks and the preshow atmosphere.

Irish Concert Travel’s return coaches depart 40 minutes after the concert ends, making the return simple and stress-free. Once everyone is on board, we’ll take you safely back — no long queues for taxis or late-night train changes required.

Passengers should bring their booking confirmation (printed or digital) and arrive at their selected pickup point at least 15 minutes before departure time. Full route details and pickup times are included in the confirmation email issued after booking. 

Helpful Travel Tips:

• Arrive at your chosen pickup location at least 10–15 minutes before the scheduled time
• Bring a copy or screenshot of your booking confirmation to show the driver
• Alcohol is not permitted onboard our services
• Hot Food and Hot Drinks are not permitted onboard our services
• To locate the Coach after the concert ends we recommend passengers send themselves their current whatsapp location when exiting the bus and to take the drivers number

Our services operate along the most direct routes to the concerts and we have limited the number of collection/drop off points, with the aim of reducing the travel times to and from your favourite events

Irish Concert Travel reserves the right to adjust travel routes as necessary to optimise efficiency and scheduling

FAQs – Bus to Dermot Kennedy

Q: When will I receive my bus ticket from Irish Concert Travel?

A: You will receive a booking confirmation within a few minutes of making your booking. This confirmation will be emailed to the email address you submitted on your booking. (Please check your spam/junk folders)

Q: Should I print the booking confirmation?

A: You don’t have to print the booking confirmation but we recommend you have a screenshot of the booking confirmation on your phone to show the Irish Concert Travel driver/ representative

Q: Can I purchase a one-way ticket? 

A: We only sell return bus tickets unless otherwise stated on the booking page of our website. You can use a return bus ticket for one-way travel. Please insert “one-way travel” beside the passengers name when making your booking if this is your requirement

Q: Can I get a refund on my ticket?

A: Our bus tickets are non-refundable. You can view our refund policy on our website Terms and Conditions page.

Q: What time should I be at my pickup location? 

A: You should be at the pickup point 15minutes before the scheduled departure time as displayed on your booking confirmation

Q: Can backpacks / luggage be brought on the bus?

A: Small backpacks can be brought on the bus once the driver agrees. Large backpacks or hand luggage may have to be stored in luggage compartments. The driver may request that all bags/ backpacks be stored in luggage compartments.

Q: Can small bags/ backpacks be left on the coach while I am at the event?

A: Yes, you can store your bags on the coach while you are at the event. However, we recommend you do not leave any valuables on the coach. Irish Concert Travel do not take responsibility for any lost or damaged items

Q: How do I find the coach after the concert has finished?

A: You can meet the coach at the same location that you were dropped off. If you have any difficulty finding the bus, ring the driver asap or by contacting us on our out of office number located on your booking confirmation email

Q: Will the coach leave without me after the event?

A: Our bus services have scheduled departure times. If you do not return to the bus ten minutes before the scheduled departure time, our driver/ representative will contact the phone number you submitted on your booking. If you cannot be contacted or if you don’t appear to be making an effort to return to the bus, the driver will be instructed to depart from the event at the arranged departure time

Q: What time frame do I have to return to the bus after the event?

A: Our bus services depart 30 minutes after events end in the 3Arena. Bus services depart 40 minutes after concerts end in larger/ outdoor venues such as: Croke Park, Marlay Park, Phoenix Park, Aviva Stadium, The RDS, Slane Castle, Malahide Castle

Q: Is there a toilet on board the coach or will there be a stop for any comfort breaks?

A: There is toilets on board some of the vehicles we use but not always guaranteed.

Q: Am I allowed to drink alcohol while travelling on the bus?

A: No, alcohol is not permitted on our vehicles but you can store it in the under-floor luggage compartments and take it with you once the coach arrives at the destination. Intoxicated passengers could be refused entry to the bus.

Please refer to our FAQ and Terms and Conditions pages on our website for more information

About Dermot Kennedy – Artist Profile & Trivia

Dermot Kennedy started playing guitar at age 10 and writing songs at age 14 but did not take music seriously until he was 17. Dermot’s early career was built by busking on the streets of Dublin. His music generally blends folk-inspired storytelling and vocals with elements of pop, rock, and hip-hop in the production

Trivia 

• Dermot Kennedy did not originally plan to be a musician: As a kid, he was “obsessed with football” and wanted to pursue that instead of music. 
• Busking was a big part of Dermot Kennedy’s start: He spent many years busking on the streets of Dublin, including on Grafton Street.
• Dermot Kennedy studied classical music for three years at Maynooth University in County Kildare