Marlay Park Concert Parking
Marlay Park concert parking is made easy with our Park & Ride service from Dundrum. Whether you're heading to a summer music festival or concert, this service ensures a hassle-free journey. Find essential details for each event below.
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If you have questions call us on (01) 475 5010 or writing us an email at orders@marathoncoaches.ie.
Our team are available Monday - Friday, between 9am - 6pm GMT.
Where do I park as part of the Park & Ride for Marlay Park?
Your Park & Ride ticket entitles you to all-day parking in Dundrum Town Centre, Underground Red or Green Car Parks.
Do not park in the Tesco Car Park at Dundrum Town Centre or the Old Shopping Centre Car Park where the bus departs — your ticket does not cover parking in these locations.
Parking Information: dundrum.ie/parking/red-car-park
How does the Park & Ride work for Marlay Park?
Please park as usual in the Dundrum Town Centre Underground Red or Green Car Park and take your parking ticket on entry.
After parking, proceed to our team desk located at the main entrance to Dundrum Town Centre (near McDonald’s and the water fountains) or at the bus stop.
Our team will scan the ticket you received at purchase and provide you with:
• A validated car park ticket
• Your return wristbands for the bus
The Shuttle Bus departs from Dundrum Old Shopping Centre Car Park, Bus Stop 7981, and operates between 14:30 and 18:30.
You may use any service during this time.
Where is the departure location in Dundrum for the Marlay Park Park & Ride?
Buses leave promptly from Dundrum Old Shopping Centre Car Park, Bus Stop 7981.
You can use any bus service departing between 14:30 and 18:30.
The bus stop is located within the car park of the Old Dundrum Shopping Centre.
Location: View on Google Maps
I have more people in my car than are included in my Park & Ride ticket for Marlay Park. What should I do?
No problem — if you have additional passengers travelling, you’ll just need to purchase extra bus tickets for the number of people above what your Park & Ride ticket covers.
Purchase additional tickets here: marathongroup.ie/collections/dundrum-shuttle-to-marlay-park-concerts
How long is the walk from Dundrum Town Centre to the Park & Ride bus stop for Marlay Park?
It’s less than a 5-minute walk.
Simply head down Dundrum’s main street — the Old Dundrum Shopping Centre, where the bus departs from, is located directly opposite the Luas stop.
Where does the Park & Ride bus drop off at Marlay Park?
The Dundrum Shuttle bus drops you to Stonemasons Way, approximately a 7-minute walk from the pedestrian entrance/exit to Marlay Park.
Location: View on Google Maps
How often do the Park & Ride buses depart from Dundrum to Marlay Park?
Buses depart every half hour from 14:30 to 18:30.
The last bus departs at 18:30 sharp.
What is the journey time from Dundrum to Marlay Park (Stonemasons Way)?
On a normal day, the journey takes approximately 20 minutes.
On concert days, please allow extra travel time due to road closures, concert traffic, and regular Dundrum Village congestion.
What time do the Park & Ride buses return after the concert at Marlay Park?
Return buses will begin loading from approximately 22:30 and will depart as they fill until queues are cleared (estimated completion by 23:30).
Where do the Park & Ride buses depart from after the concert at Marlay Park?
Return buses depart from the same location as drop-off — Stonemasons Way.
Location: View on Google Maps
Important:
Please ensure you exit the park via the same exit you entered.
You must exit via the Grange Road side of the park.
Do not proceed to College Road — you will not be able to access the Dundrum shuttle from this side of the park.
Do I need to pre-book my Park & Ride ticket for Marlay Park?
Yes. All Park & Ride services must be pre-booked in advance to guarantee your seat and parking validation.
I’ve bought a Park & Ride ticket for Marlay Park but will make my own way to the concert. Can I still use the bus after the event?
Yes, you can use the return service only.
It is vitally important to exit via the Grange Road side of the park — do not proceed to College Road, as you will not be able to access the Dundrum shuttle from that side.
Location: View on Google Maps
Make sure you have your bus ticket (unscanned QR code) ready to present on your phone or device at the bus stop.
Note: If your ticket has already been scanned, it will no longer be valid, and you’ll need to purchase a new ticket.
How does my Park & Ride bus ticket for Marlay Park work?
Each ticket includes a unique scannable QR code.
Your code will be scanned at the bus stop and exchanged for a wristband, which acts as your return bus ticket.
Do not share or screenshot your ticket — only the original digital ticket will scan correctly.
If your ticket has already been scanned, it is no longer valid.
What happens if I lose my wristband for the Park & Ride bus service to Marlay Park?
Please keep your wristband on for the duration of the event, as it’s required for your return journey.
If you lose it, you’ll need to purchase a new ticket at the bus stop; your original ticket will have already been scanned and cannot be reused.