Travel Made Easy – Bus to Metallica at Aviva Stadium

With tens of thousands expected to descend on Dublin for Metallica’s double-headline shows at Aviva Stadium on 19th and 21st June 2026, getting to the venue can be as daunting as the show is loud. Irish Concert Travel eliminates that stress by providing a same-day return bus to Metallica at Aviva Stadium from regions across Ireland. Leave the parking queues and last-train panic behind.

All coaches are timed to arrive at the stadium before doors open, so you have plenty of time to get through security, grab merch, or enjoy the festival-style atmosphere that surrounds a Metallica stadium event. With increased city congestion expected on both nights, particularly around Ballsbridge and Lansdowne Road, our drivers use the most efficient access points and drop-off areas, ensuring a smooth arrival just minutes from the venue entrances.

The Aviva Stadium is situated in Dublin 4, and is well-serviced by major roadways, but on gig nights parking is extremely limited and nearby roads often experience partial closures. Taking the coach avoids all of that — no need to drive into the city, no overnight hotel required, and no scrambling for a post-show taxi that might cost more than your gig ticket.

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.

Coach seats will sell out fast for both June 19th and 21st — don’t wait. Lock in your travel now for the return bus to Metallica at Aviva Stadium and make your journey part of the metal experience.

FAQs – Bus to Metallica

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 Metallica

Metallica are one of the most influential and enduring bands in the history of heavy music. Since their formation in Los Angeles in 1981 by drummer Lars Ulrich and guitarist/vocalist James Hetfield, the band has become synonymous with thrash metal and hard rock, crafting a legacy built on aggression, technical prowess, and a relentless drive to evolve. Over four decades, Metallica has sold over 125 million albums worldwide and earned a devoted fanbase that spans generations.

Their 1980s output — including genre-defining releases like “Kill ’Em All,” “Ride the Lightning,” “Master of Puppets,” and “…And Justice for All” — reshaped metal by combining speed, precision, and lyrical depth. In 1991, the band broke through to a massive mainstream audience with the self-titled “Black Album,” featuring timeless anthems such as “Enter Sandman,” “The Unforgiven,” “Nothing Else Matters,” and “Sad But True.”

Metallica’s ability to stay relevant and reinvent their sound without losing their identity has kept them at the forefront of music culture. Albums like “St. Anger,” “Death Magnetic,” and “Hardwired… to Self-Destruct” have explored darker, experimental, and more personal themes, while their 2023 release “72 Seasons” was praised for balancing modern aggression with classic thrash elements.

Live, Metallica are a force of nature. Their performances are marked by colossal production values, jaw-dropping visuals, and a stamina that belies their decades-long career. Whether they’re playing deep cuts for diehards or delivering crowd-pleasers to 80,000 fans in a stadium, Metallica give every audience a show that’s as physical as it is emotional.

Their return to Aviva Stadium in June 2026 marks a new chapter in their relationship with Irish fans. With two different setlists across both nights — a signature feature of their “No Repeat Weekend” format — each show offers a completely unique experience. That means different songs, different energy, and twice the opportunity to witness one of the most important bands in modern music history.

Trivia You Might Not Know About Metallica:

• The band’s bassist Cliff Burton died in a bus accident in Sweden in 1986 — his legacy continues to influence their music to this day.
• Metallica were the first band to perform on all seven continents, including a 2013 concert in Antarctica for scientists at Carlini Base.
• They founded their own music festival, Orion Music + More, which featured metal, indie, punk, and even comedy.
• Lead guitarist Kirk Hammett is also an avid horror memorabilia collector and has published a book featuring his collection.
• Their song “One” was the band’s first music video and won a Grammy Award in 1990.
• In 2009, Metallica were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame by Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea.