The Jack Lynch Tunnel
The Jack Lynch Tunnel is an immersed tube tunnel and an integral part of the N40 southern ring road of Cork. The Tunnel is named after former Taoiseach, Jack Lynch, a native of Cork.
It takes the road under the River Lee. North of the Tunnel, the ring-road joins the M8 motorway to Dublin (north) and N8 road to the city centre (west), with the N25 commencing east to Waterford.
There are six emergency exits in each traffic bore for pedestrians that lead into the central bore (pedestrian exit), the exit doors are at each end of the central bore.
Next Tunnel Closures
Mon May 17th, 21:00 - Tue May 18th, 05:00 -Lane Closure
Tue May 18th, 21:00 - Wed May 19th, 05:00 - Lane Closure
Wed May 19th, 21:00 - Thur May 20th, 05:00 - Lane Closure
Thur May 20th, 21:00 - Fri May 21st, 05:00 - Lane Closure
Mon May 24th, 21:00 - Tue May 25th, 04:00 -Full Tunnel Closure - Planned Maintenance
Tue May 25th, 21:00 - Wed May 26th, 04:00 - Full Tunnel Closure - Planned Maintenance
Wed May 25th, 21:00 - Thur May 27th, 04:00 - Full Tunnel Closure - Planned Maintenance
Thur May 27th, 21:00 - Fri May 28th, 04:00 - Full Tunnel Closure - Planned Maintenance
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do I do if I breakdown?
There are a number of SOS phones located at 50 meter intervals through Jack Lynch Tunnel. These phones provide a direct link to our Tunnel Control Room which will provide assistance.
What is the height of Jack Lynch Tunnel?
The maximum height of Jack Lynch Tunnel is 4.65 meters.
Are pedestrians and cyclists permitted in Jack Lynch Tunnel?
No, pedestrians and cyclists are strictly not permitted in Jack Lynch Tunnel.
What is the speed limit through Jack Lynch Tunnel?
The speed limit is 80kph through Jack Lynch Tunnel.
