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The Complete Game Day Experience from Chicago to Notre Dame. We provide Irish and visiting fans alike with the very best Gameday experience for those living in or traveling through Chicago. From bus only, to full-day fun, Irish Express is the best way to travel to see the Fighting Irish.

All Irish Express tickets include:

  • A chauffeured coach that departs from a central location in Chicago
  • A comfortable ride in busses equipped with a restroom and WIFI
  • Beverages served on the bus (Alcohol Included for Plus and Platinum)
  • Snack for ride back

IRISH EXPRESS PLATINUM

BRUNCH + BUS + DRINKS + TAILGATE

$ 250
Per Adult
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Full Bar Service with Bartender Both Ways- Beer, Seltzers, Whiskey, Vodka, Rum. Gin. Soft Drinks
  • 3+ Hour Tailgate Party in South Bend with Music. TV's, Games, and More
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
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IRISH EXPRESS PLUS

BRUNCH + BUS + DRINKS

$ 175
Per Adult
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Full Bar Service with Bartender Both Ways- Beer, Seltzers, Whiskey, Vodka, Rum. Gin. Soft Drinks
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
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IRISH EXPRESS

BUS ONLY

$ 105
Per Adult
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
  • No Outside Beverages allowed on the bus

Purchase Tailgate Only Tickets Here

IRISH EXPRESS PLATINUM

BRUNCH + BUS + DRINKS + TAILGATE

$250
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Full Bar Service with Bartender Both Ways- Beer, Seltzers, Whiskey, Vodka, Rum. Gin. Soft Drinks
  • 3+ Hour Tailgate Party in South Bend with Music. TV's, Games, and More
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
  •  

IRISH EXPRESS PLUS

BRUNCH + BUS + DRINKS

$175
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Full Bar Service with Bartender Both Ways- Beer, Seltzers, Whiskey, Vodka, Rum. Gin. Soft Drinks
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
  •  

IRISH EXPRESS

BUS ONLY

$105
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
  • No Outside Beverages allowed on the bus

Purchase Tailgate Only Tickets Here

IRISH EXPRESS PLATINUM

BRUNCH + BUS + DRINKS + TAILGATE

$275
Per Adult
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Full Bar Service with Bartender Both Ways- Beer, Seltzers, Whiskey, Vodka, Rum. Gin. Soft Drinks
  • 3+ Hour Tailgate Party in South Bend with Music. TV's, Games, and More
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
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IRISH EXPRESS PLUS

BRUNCH + BUS + DRINKS

$195
Per Adult
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Full Bar Service with Bartender Both Ways- Beer, Seltzers, Whiskey, Vodka, Rum. Gin. Soft Drinks
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
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  •  

IRISH EXPRESS

BUS ONLY

$110
Per Adult
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
  • No Outside Beverages allowed on the bus

Purchase Tailgate Only Tickets Here

IRISH EXPRESS PLATINUM

BRUNCH + BUS + DRINKS + TAILGATE

$ 315
Per Adult
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Full Bar Service with Bartender Both Ways- Beer, Seltzers, Whiskey, Vodka, Rum. Gin. Soft Drinks
  • 3+ Hour Tailgate Party in South Bend with Music. TV's, Games, and More
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
  •  
  •  

IRISH EXPRESS PLUS

BRUNCH + BUS + DRINKS

$ 200
Per Adult
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Full Bar Service with Bartender Both Ways- Beer, Seltzers, Whiskey, Vodka, Rum. Gin. Soft Drinks
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
  •  
  •  

IRISH EXPRESS

BUS ONLY

$ 120
Per Adult
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
  • No Outside Beverages allowed on the bus

Purchase Tailgate Only Tickets Here

IRISH EXPRESS PLATINUM

BRUNCH + BUS + DRINKS + TAILGATE

$ 315
Per Adult
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Full Bar Service with Bartender Both Ways- Beer, Seltzers, Whiskey, Vodka, Rum. Gin. Soft Drinks
  • 3+ Hour Tailgate Party in South Bend with Music. TV's, Games, and More
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
  •  
  •  

IRISH EXPRESS PLUS

BRUNCH + BUS + DRINKS

$ 200
Per Adult
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Full Bar Service with Bartender Both Ways- Beer, Seltzers, Whiskey, Vodka, Rum. Gin. Soft Drinks
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
  •  
  •  

IRISH EXPRESS

BUS ONLY

$ 120
Per Adult
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
  • No Outside Beverages allowed on the bus

Purchase Tailgate Only Tickets Here

IRISH EXPRESS PLATINUM

BRUNCH + BUS + DRINKS + TAILGATE

$ 275
Per Adult
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Full Bar Service with Bartender Both Ways- Beer, Seltzers, Whiskey, Vodka, Rum. Gin. Soft Drinks
  • 3+ Hour Tailgate Party in South Bend with Music. TV's, Games, and More
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
  •  

IRISH EXPRESS PLUS

BRUNCH + BUS + DRINKS

$ 195
Per Adult
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Full Bar Service with Bartender Both Ways- Beer, Seltzers, Whiskey, Vodka, Rum. Gin. Soft Drinks
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
  •  

IRISH EXPRESS

BUS ONLY

$ 110
Per Adult
  • Ticket Includes:
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Chicago to Notre Dame
  • Pickup/Drop-Off in Downtown Chicago
  • Luxury Motorcoach with Bathroom
  • Snack Provided for Trip Back
  • No Outside Beverages allowed on the bus

Purchase Tailgate Only Tickets Here

Interested in transportation to the match?

Guinness Open Gate Brewery (OGB) is located at 901 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60607

Irish express Bus Layout

irish express platinum

Irish Express Platinum Package includes everything you need for an incredible Gameday experience.

  • Two Meals
  • Beverages All Day
  • VIP Tailgate Access
  • Late night snack

*No cash bar as all beverages are part of the package. We just ask that you show the staff your gratitude for their hard work. 

Click the video below to view the experience.

CROWD PLEASER EVERY TIME!

“This is by far the best way to see a ND game. There was a great spread and games prior to leaving Chicago. There was a broad open bar on the way to ND. The tailgate was decent food and a ton of fun. It is so easy and convenient. I highly recommend it.”
Mark H.
“Everything from booking, brunch at Punchbowl Social, bus ride, drinks, tailgate and to the midnight snack was fabulous. All employees were so very nice and caring. This is well worth the money.”
John R.
“Everything about the Irish Express is first class. I would highly recommend and would use again without hesitation!”
Hal P.
“​​The Irish Express team puts on a great event. To a person, they were all very customer focused and friendly. There was a huge group for the UNC game and they handled the logistics well from what I could see. Great atmosphere. Thanks.”
Colin P.