Dublin Digest: Traffic Update: Road Closures and Delays Across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown This Week

Commuters in south Dublin will need to factor in extra journey time this week as several traffic measures remain in place across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. This Dublin news update covers the latest road closures, reduced speed zones and ongoing public works affecting drivers, bus users and local residents from 11 to 17 July 2026.

The latest county traffic bulletin highlights a mix of maintenance works, utility projects and active travel upgrades. For anyone following Dublin news closely, the biggest pressure points are expected around Kilternan, Glenamuck, Dún Laoghaire, Shankill and Foxrock, where closures and temporary traffic controls are continuing.

Dublin news: main traffic changes drivers should know

Kilternan and Glenamuck updates

Works linked to the Glenamuck District Roads Scheme are still affecting movement in the area. From Monday, bus services are due to return to Enniskerry Road in Kilternan, with the route expected to reopen to general traffic soon after. Revised diversions are in place for Dublin Bus routes 44 and L26.

At the same time, construction activity continues at the Golden Ball junction, while through-access remains unavailable via the BAM works section on Glenamuck Road. Residents heading to Cromlech Close can still reach the area using the Glenamuck Link Distributor Road.

Speed restrictions on key routes

• A temporary 60km/h limit remains on the M11 northbound between Junction 7 and Junction 5 until 17 July during resurfacing works.
• A 50km/h temporary limit also stays in force on the Wyattville Link Road westbound, from Cherrywood Avenue to the M50 southbound slip road, as underpass construction continues.

Road closures in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown this week

Several roads are either fully closed or operating under restricted access for part of the week. According to this Dublin news roundup, the main closures include:

• George’s Street Lower, Dún Laoghaire: night closures from 13 to 16 July, 7.00pm to 5.00am, for gas works. Hospital access will remain open.
• Puck’s Castle Lane and Murphy’s Lane, Rathmichael: closed daily from 13 July to 9 August, 8.00am to 6.00pm, for road maintenance.
• Brides Glen Road, Shankill: closed from 13 July to 26 September for installation of a new watermain.
• Torquay Road, Foxrock: closed until 26 July for gas works.
• Knapton Road, Dún Laoghaire: closed until 17 July as part of the Dún Laoghaire Central Active Travel Scheme.

Additional works with stop/go systems, local diversions and lane restrictions are also expected in Sandyford, Ballinteer, Churchtown, Blackrock, Dalkey, Mount Merrion, Foxrock, Shankill and Dún Laoghaire.

Active travel and school route projects continue

Public realm and school safety works are also shaping local traffic flows. The Dún Laoghaire Central Active Travel Scheme remains active on Mounttown Road Lower and Glenageary Road Upper, where stop/go traffic management continues. An early alert has also been issued for a temporary one-way system on Mounttown Road Lower from August through October.

Elsewhere, surfacing works near Holy Cross National School on Upper Kilmacud Road have now been completed, restoring full access. At Holy Family NS in Monkstown, off-peak traffic controls will be in place from 13 to 17 July for surfacing on Dunedin Terrace and Monkstown Grove. Works also continue at Eden Road Lower and Harold Crescent near Harold School, where temporary traffic lights are still operating.

What motorists should do next

Anyone travelling through the county should:

• leave extra time for trips
• watch for temporary signage and diversions
• expect slower movement near construction zones
• take added care around school and active travel works

The key takeaway from this Dublin news briefing is simple: plan ahead before setting out. With closures, resurfacing, bus route changes and reduced speed limits all in play, early preparation will help drivers avoid the worst delays across Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown this week.