How the Journey Works

Our dedicated concert coaches will collect passengers from convenient regional hubs across Ireland — including the West, North West and Midlands. Examples include Galway, Athlone, Roscommon and Sligo. Exact pickup points and times are confirmed in the Journey Table above when booking your seat.

Each route is designed for comfort and reliability. There are no public transfers or train changes — just a smooth, straightforward journey to Thomond Park. Our drivers are experienced with large event traffic in Limerick and know the most efficient access routes to reach the venue’s designated coach zones before doors open.

After the concert, passengers will return from the same coach parking area. The bus departs 40 minutes after the final encore, giving you time to rejoin your group and settle in for the journey home. The route back follows the same network of regional hubs, ensuring a safe and convenient trip after an incredible night of live music.

Travelling with Irish Concert Travel means sharing the excitement with fellow fans — the perfect way to start and end your night with the rhythm of Florence & The Machine echoing in your mind.

Helpful travel tips for Bus to Florence & The Machine – June 2026:

• 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 Florence & The Machine – Thomond Park – June 2026

Q. When will I receive my bus ticket for the Bus to Florence & The Machine – Thomond Park 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 for the Bus to Florence & The Machine – Thomond Park?

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 for the Bus to Florence & The Machine – Thomond Park?

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 for the Bus to Florence & The Machine – Thomond Park?

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 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time as displayed on your booking confirmation for the Bus to Florence & The Machine – Thomond Park

Q. Can backpacks / luggage be brought on the Bus to Florence & The Machine – Thomond Park?

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 Bus to Florence & The Machine – Thomond Park 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 Bus to Florence & The Machine – Thomond Park 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 Bus to Florence & The Machine – Thomond Park 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 to Florence & The Machine – Thomond Park 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 or will there be a stop for any comfort breaks on the Bus to Florence & The Machine – Thomond Park?

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 to Florence & The Machine – Thomond Park?

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.

About Florence & The Machine

Florence & The Machine emerged as one of the most distinctive and emotionally charged acts of the 21st century, blending baroque pop, art rock, and soulful intensity. Founded in London in 2007, the band is led by the unmistakable voice and vision of Florence Welch, whose ethereal energy and poetic lyricism have captivated audiences across the globe. Their breakout came with the 2009 debut album Lungs, featuring the iconic single Dog Days Are Over, which catapulted the group into international acclaim and earned them a BRIT Award for Best Album.

Over the years, Florence & The Machine have continued to evolve sonically and emotionally through critically acclaimed releases such as Ceremonials (2011), How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful (2015), High as Hope (2018), and Dance Fever (2022). Each record showcases Welch’s ability to weave themes of love, spirituality, grief, and empowerment into sweeping, cinematic arrangements that feel both intimate and epic. Her live performances are renowned for their intensity — often described as a fusion of theatrical ritual and indie rock spectacle, where Florence seems to channel something transcendent through every movement and note.

The band’s return to Ireland in June 2026 marks a milestone for Irish fans. Having previously performed unforgettable shows in Dublin’s 3Arena and Electric Picnic, Florence & The Machine are now set to take the stage at Thomond Park in Limerick — their biggest outdoor Irish performance to date. Expect a setlist that spans their entire discography, with anthems like Shake It Out, You’ve Got the Love, and King resonating through the open air. The night will also feature the haunting beauty of tracks from Dance Fever, an album inspired by pre-Raphaelite art, medieval mysticism, and post-pandemic rebirth.

Audiences can anticipate a production rich in visual storytelling, complete with atmospheric lighting, floating drapes, and moments of total immersion where Welch’s voice soars over the crowd. This is not just a concert — it’s an experience that celebrates connection, emotion, and the transformative power of music. With Thomond Park’s acoustics and Florence’s dramatic stagecraft, fans are in for one of the most spellbinding live events of the summer.

Trivia You Might Not Know:

• Florence & The Machine have sold over 12 million albums and 35 million singles worldwide.
• Their hit song Dog Days Are Over was famously featured in the film Eat Pray Love (2010) and several TV series, including Glee and The Umbrella Academy.
• Florence Welch’s unique stage outfits are often custom-designed by Gucci and embody her trademark bohemian-romantic style.
• The band’s name originated from Welch’s early collaboration with her friend Isabella “Machine” Summers — a nickname that became central to the group’s identity.
• Florence once revealed that she writes many of her lyrics while walking, finding rhythm and inspiration in movement — a practice she continues today.

With a reputation for emotional depth and cathartic performance, Florence & The Machine continue to inspire a devoted global following. Their upcoming performance at Thomond Park will be a rare opportunity for Irish fans to witness one of modern music’s most visionary acts in full flight — a celebration of sound, spirit, and the joy of shared experience.