There are various ways to travel to Dublin by plane, train and bus.

By Plane

Although Dublin Airport is the most direct route to the city, tourists and locals sometimes fly into Shannon airport and make the short journey into Dublin periodically stopping off to experience the wonderful heritage the Green Isle has to offer.

However, if you do fly into Dublin Airport you will have three options to travel into the city centre.

Car Rental

Once you pass the arrivals gate you will soon see the many stands for car rental. Most of these companies offer a shuttle bus to allow you collect your car. While the others will have some cars parked in the main car park for you to collect. Once you collect your car you will be able to make the short 6 mile journey into the city.

Taxi

The taxi bay is located outside the Arrivals hall at the airport and the average fair into the city will cost you about € 25. However, this fare will increase if there is additional passengers / animals, and also if you are travelling between 8pm and 8am or on Sundays / Public Holidays.However you should ask the taxi driver in advance if you have any questions.

Bus

Buses are also located just outside the arrivals hall and each individual operator offers a different route into the city and beyond. There is no need to book seats in advance only show up at the bus stop. If you are unsure which bus you should take there is a staff presence is available at the airport should you require assistance.

By Train

Getting to Dublin via Rail from elsewhere in Ireland is easy. Dublin has two major railway stations to service the rest of Ireland:

Heuston Station serves the south-west and west: Cork, Limerick, Galway, Waterford, Kilkenny, Carlow, Westport.

Connolly Station serves the south-east, north, and north-west: Belfast, Sligo, Wexford, Maynooth

By Bus

If travelling to the city centre from out the county, Busáras, Dublin's Central Bus Station, is located at Store St, in Dublin 1. Routes run to most of the country from here. For more information on which route you should take, see www.buseireann.ie.

Getting Around Dublin

Dublin is an easy city to get around with most of the main sights within walking distance of each other. However, should you feel that the walk maybe too much for you there are three main ways of getting around the city.

By LUAS (Tram)

Dublin’s new tram system with two lines currently in service.  There is a green line and a red line, both departing from city centre locations and terminating in Sandyford Industrial Estate and Tallaght respectively.  Tickets can be bought in advance at each LUAS stop. It's quick and easy way to get from your hotel or to go shopping or visiting the many attractions around the City.

For more information, visit:  www.luas.ie

By Bus

Dublin Bus operates the city's public bus routes running from 06.00-23.30.  A Nitelink late night service also operates on some routes for most of the week. Dublin Bus operates an exact fare policy, so it is advisable to have your correct change ready when boarding the bus.  For more information on routes and fares, log onto: www.dublinbus.ie

By Taxi

Should you feel worn-out on walk around Dublin, you never be far from one of the 16,000 taxis in Dublin. The taxi can be ordered, taken from a rank or hailed on approach. The city’s main ranks are located on O’Connell, at College Green and at St. Stephen’s Green. If you chose to book a taxi you should be aware that a €2 surcharge will apply. Tipping is at your discretion, 10% of your fare is the usual rate.

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