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PHOTOGRAPHED BY WILLIAM MURPHY

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Kilmacud and Stillorgan are neighbouring areas in Dublin with a somewhat overlapping identity. It’s easy to get confused about where one ends and the other begins, especially if you’re relying on public transport. Don’t assume that the Kilmacud or Stillorgan Luas stops will get you exactly where you need to go – Kilmacud, in particular, stretches across a significant distance.

To understand Kilmacud’s location, it helps to picture it in relation to its surrounding areas:

North: Goatstown and Mount Merrion
South: Sandyford
East: Stillorgan
West: Dundrum and Balally
The area is defined by two main roads:

Lower Kilmacud Road: Starts in Goatstown and runs southeast, eventually connecting to the N11 Stillorgan dual carriageway. This road is approximately 2.6 kilometers (1.6 miles) long.
Upper Kilmacud Road: Begins in Dundrum, heads east, and then turns north to join Lower Kilmacud Road near St. Laurence’s Boys School. It’s about 2.9 kilometers (1.8 miles) long.
Adding to the potential confusion, Kilmacud Crokes GAA club is actually located in Stillorgan, while Stillorgan’s Catholic parish is named Kilmacud!

Historically, the boundary between the two areas was less clear. A “Stillorgan” placename sign once stood near Beaufield Park on Lower Kilmacud Road, marking what was then the western edge of Stillorgan. This was before the significant housing developments of the 1950s and beyond.

Getting There by Bus:

Several Dublin Bus routes serve the Kilmacud area, providing connections to various parts of the city. Here are some key routes and stops:

Route 75: Connects Dun Laoghaire to Tallaght, with stops along the N11 Stillorgan dual carriageway, serving the eastern edge of Kilmacud.
Route 11: Runs from Wadelai to Sandyford, with stops on Lower Kilmacud Road near St. Laurence’s Church and the Stillorgan Shopping Centre.
Route 44: Travels between DCU and Enniskerry, serving the western part of Kilmacud with stops on Dundrum Road.
Route 47: Connects Poolbeg Street to Belarmine, with stops on Stillorgan Road near Kilmacud Crokes GAA club.
When planning your journey, be sure to check the Dublin Bus website or app for the most up-to-date routes and timetables. Always confirm the specific stop closest to your destination to avoid a potentially long walk.

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