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Read this before you travel to Punchestown: Kildare Garda Traffic Plan

Use public transport where possible

Read this before you travel to Punchestown: Kildare Garda Traffic Plan

Read this before you travel to Punchestown: Kildare Garda Traffic Plan

Reporter:

Senan Hogan

29 Apr 2025 8:30 PM

Kildare Gardaí have strongly advised people travelling to Punchestown this week to follow their specific traffic plan.
Gardaí said: 
- Use public transport where possible
- Travel early and leave plenty of time to get there
- Expect traffic delays during peak times
- Clearly display your car park permit
- Park legally and don't forget where you've parked!
- Follow our directions to the appropriate parking or set down areas
- Routes to the racecourse will be clearly sign posted so pay close attention
All traffic will take the following routes:
1. Traffic from the M1, N2, N3 and N4 will travel via the M50 to the N7 (Dublin/Limerick Road). Traffic should take Exit 9 into Naas to the Blessington Road (R410) and on to Punchestown
2. Traffic travelling from South Dublin can travel via the N11, N81 (Tallaght / Blessington Rd) through Blessington (R410), or continue on the N81 southbound to Ballymore Eustace (R411) and the follow direction signage to Punchestown
3. Traffic from the South East (N9, N78, N80, and M9) can travel via the Carlow or Athy routes through Kilcullen and onto the Naas Road. At Mylerstown Cross (on the Naas to Kilcullen Road) traffic will turn right and onto (the L2023) to Punchestown Racecourse. Traffic travelling on towards Naas (on the M9) will take Exit 10 into Naas and will divert at Chadwick’s along the South Ring Road to the Ballymore Eustace road (R411) to Punchestown
4. Traffic from the South/South West can travel via the N8, N7, M7 turning off at Newbridge exit (Exit 11) to Kilcullen and travel as set out at No 3
5. Traffic travelling from South East can travel via the N81 (Tullow / Blessington Rd) through Ballymore Eustace (R411) and the follow direction signage to Punchestown
6. Traffic from the R410 (Blessington Road) will turn at Beggars End Cross and proceed to Beggars End Gate where they will enter the Event Site and access appropriate car park
*Drop offs will turn left into drop off Area 2 and leave via the Walshestown Road
7. Traffic from the R411 (Ballymore Eustace Road) will turn at Watch House Cross and proceed to the Main Gate where they will enter the Event Site and access appropriate car park
* On the busiest days racing, we may need to put a one-way system in place on the roads approaching or exiting Punchestown.
* Horse boxes and horse transporters will be directed to the main gate where they will access the event site and stable block area.
Parking:
  • Car and Bus Parking will be provided on site and is free of any charge.
  • Don't forget where you parked!
  • Parking is not permitted along any of the roads approaching the racecourse.
  • Those that are found illegally parked will be towed and towing charges will apply.
  • There will be a specific parking area for those attending and who may be mobility impaired. Further details on this can be found on: punchestown.com or by phone on (045) 897704
Taxis and Coaches:
  • All taxis and coaches that are dropping off will be directed to a designated area through either the Main Gate or Beggars End gate onto the Main Avenue (or the adjacent Horse Box Avenue)
  • They will exit the area via the exit gate on the Ballymore Eustace Road or Walshestown Road.
  • Taxis will not be allowed in closer to the racecourse unless they are dropping a person living with a disability.
  • All taxis and shuttle coaches picking up must be on site at least 45 minutes prior to the last race
  • Access to the site will be permitted only up to the introduction of the one-way traffic system.
Public Bus Services:
Shuttle Bus Service:
  • A shuttle bus service will be in operation to and from Naas, and leave from Poplar Square, Naas from 12:30pm on each day.
  • At the end of racing each day, a designated collection point will be clearly marked in the main car park. A fee will apply.
Gardaí added: "We look forward to meeting you all and helping to keep you safe."

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