City guide
Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪
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Transport modes
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Payment methods
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Airport links
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Transport Authorities
Getting Around
| Mode | Operator | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| bus | Dublin Bus | City and suburban buses covering Dublin area. Contactless payment accepted. |
| tram | Luas | Two lines: Red (Saggart to Point) and Green (Bride's Glen to Sandyford). Frequent service. |
| train | Irish Rail (Iarnród Éireann) | DART for coastal suburbs, Commuter for regional. Connects to airport. |
| bus | Go-Ahead Ireland | Operates many TFI bus routes. |
Paying for Transport
- Leap Card Contactless smartcard for bus, Luas, DART, commuter rail. Load via app or machines. €5 initial cost. Open
- Contactless card Visa/Mastercard on all public transport. No registration needed.
- TFI 90 Minute Fare €2.10-€3.30 single trip via app or contactless. Caps at daily/weekly.
- Irish Rail Ticket Buy via app or station for intercity. Open
Operating Hours
- Weekday Buses/Luas from ~5AM-11:30PM, DART/Trains ~6AM-11PM
- Weekend Buses/Luas from ~6AM-11:30PM, reduced frequency Sundays
- Night service Nitelink buses after midnight Fri/Sat from city center to suburbs (~€3)
Rideshare & Taxis
- Uber Available Available citywide, surge pricing common. Free Now app also operates.
- Bolt Available Cheaper alternative to Uber, available in Dublin.
Airport Connections
- bus - Airlink Express 25-30 min to city center, €8 one-way
- train - Dublin Airport DART via termini 30-45 min, €12 (with Leap)
Live Delay Info
Local Tips
Leap Card essential for multi-modal travel, caps daily fare at €10.20. Use TFI website for real-time. Airport buses fastest for business traveler. Luas Red Line key for Docklands business area.