Wexford Bus Warns Of Major Disruption To Dublin As European Leaders Arrive

Wexford Bus is warning passengers travelling to Dublin to expect significant disruption over the coming days, with extensive road closures and traffic restrictions in place for the visit of European leaders.

Thursday, November 12, is expected to be the most challenging day, with major restrictions affecting access to Dublin city centre and Dublin Airport.

Speaking on South East Radio, Brendan Crowley from Wexford Bus said traffic restrictions are already in place around the Convention Centre, North Wall and Dublin's North Quays.

He warned that traffic conditions could become increasingly unpredictable as further closures come into effect.

"Tomorrow we'll see much more widespread closures," he said, adding that parts of Dublin 2 will be closed to both vehicles and pedestrians.

On Thursday, Wexford Bus services travelling towards Dublin city centre will operate only as far as UCD before diverting via the East Link Bridge towards Dublin Airport.

Passengers travelling into the city centre will need to use connecting public transport services.

The main routes affected are the 740, 740X and 748, which serve Dublin and Dublin Airport, including services travelling through Arklow and Wicklow.

Brendan said the company has been working closely with Gardaí and the National Transport Authority to minimise disruption, but warned that arrangements could change at short notice.

He said Thursday morning is expected to be particularly busy as foreign dignitaries arrive in Dublin, with further rolling road closures anticipated throughout the day.

Services to Waterford, Carlow and Maynooth are expected to operate as normal following confirmation that planned industrial action on Thursday has been called off.

However, passengers travelling to Dublin are being advised to book in advance and allow significantly more time for their journeys.

Some restrictions are also expected to remain in place on Friday as visiting dignitaries depart the capital.

Asked about reports of possible fuel protests, Brendan said he was aware of speculation but believed Gardaí would be determined to prevent additional disruption during the major security operation.

He stressed that it remained unclear whether any demonstrations would take place.

Wexford Bus is urging passengers to check the latest service updates before travelling, particularly on Thursday when diversions and rolling road closures could lead to unexpected delays.