Aer Lingus College Football Classic in Dublin: Travel Information for Spectators

Football fans from near and far eagerly anticipate the upcoming Aer Lingus College Football Classic between Georgia Tech and Florida State University at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium, scheduled for Saturday, August 24. With an action-packed day ahead, here’s everything you need to know to ensure a seamless and enjoyable travel experience to and from the event.

Time and Transportation:

Kick-off for the game is set for 5 pm, and the Aviva Stadium is conveniently located within a 25-minute walk of Dublin city centre. In addition to walking, attendees can take advantage of the efficient public transport links, including the Dart rail service to and from Lansdowne Road Station. Enhanced bus services, including routes 4, 7, and 7a, will also be provided by Dublin Bus from the city centre to the stadium. To avoid transportation delays, it’s recommended that visitors from abroad purchase a Leap Card or return ticket in advance.

Ticket Availability:

Unfortunately, all tickets for the event have been sold out, signalling an enthusiastic turnout.

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Payment and Facility Information:

Visitors are advised that the Aviva Stadium operates as a cashless venue, accepting all major bank cards and Apple, Android, and Google Pay at all bars and food outlets. This shift to a cashless system aims to enhance service efficiency, reduce queue times, and ensure faster transactions while minimizing staff handling of cash. In terms of facility regulations, no bags (excluding small handbags not larger than A4) will be permitted within the stadium, and handbags are subject to search upon entry.

Road Closures and Diversions:

To accommodate the event, several road closures and diversions will be implemented by An Garda Síochána. Starting from 2 pm, Bath Avenue, Londonbridge Road, Lansdowne Road from Herbert Bridge to Shelbourne Road, and Lansdowne Park will be subject to closures. Closer to kick-off, from 4:30 pm, Shelbourne Road, Lansdowne Road, Ballsbridge Avenue, Beatty’s Avenue, Herbert Road, and Newbridge Avenue will also face closures and diversions to ensure a smooth flow of traffic.

As excitement builds for the highly anticipated college football clash, attendees are encouraged to plan their travel arrangements following the event-specific information provided. With comprehensive preparations in place, football fanatics can look forward to an unforgettable experience at the Aer Lingus College Football Classic in Dublin.