Transfer to/from - Dublin airport (DUB)

 

Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in Dublin airport (DUB)

Transportation

 

Buses

The airport offers a wide range of bus services that connect the premises with several locations in Dublin and across the country. The bus stops are located just outside Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

Connections with Dublin City

Dublin Express

Provides fast and direct services to Dublin city centre. Tickets can be purchased online, on the bus, or at the airport’s ticket vending machines. The journey time is approximately 30-40 minutes.

  • Route 782: Serves key destinations such as George's Quay, Aston Quay, Wellington Quay, Heuston Station and Custom House Quay.
  • Route 783: To Custom House Quay, Portobello, Harcourt, Ranelagh, Rathmines, Rathgar and Terenure.
  • Route 784: Connects the airport with North Wall Quay, Custom House Quay and Trinity College.

Website: dublinexpress.ie

Aircoach

Offers premium bus services from Dublin Airport to various areas in the south of the city and beyond, including services to Cork and Belfast.

  • Route 700: Towards Leopardstown, via Drumcondra, Dublin city centre, Old Wesley RFC and Stillorgan.
  • Route 700X: Fast service to Drumcondra train station and Dublin city centre.
  • Route 702: Connects with South Dublin, including Grand Canal, Ballsbridge, Booterstown, Monkstown and Dalkey.
  • Route 704X: In addition to passing through Dublin city centre, travels to Cork, stopping near Leisureplex.
  • Route 705X: Links the premises with Belfast Grand Central Station, Maghera, Drumahoe and Derry/Londonderry.

Website: aircoach.ie

Dublin Bus

Operates several public bus routes that connect the airport with different areas of Dublin city. Fares are lower, but travel times may be longer due to frequent stops.

  • Route 16: Connects the airport with Ballinteer, passing through Santry and Drumcondra.
  • Route 41: Serves the route between Swords Manor and Lower Abbey, passing through the airport and the Omni Shopping Centre.

Website: dublinbus.ie

Go Ahead Ireland
  • Route 33A: Serves Balbriggan, Skerries, Rush, Lusk and Swords.
  • Route 102: To Swords, Malahide, Portmarnock and Sutton.

Website: goaheadireland.ie

National connections

Numerous companies operate bus services from the airport to towns and cities across Ireland.

  • Bus Éireann/Expressway: Offers an extensive network of routes to destinations throughout the Republic of Ireland.
  • Citylink: Provides direct services to Cork, Galway, Limerick, Castlebar and more.
  • FlightLink: Direct transport to Killarney, Ennis, Limerick, Adare, Newcastle West, Abbeyfeale and Farranfore.
  • JJ Kavanagh & Sons: Connects the airport with Clonmel, Limerick and Waterford.
  • John McGinley Coach Travel: Travels to Letterkenny, Derry and other key points in the northwest.
  • M4 Direct: Services to Ballymahon, with stops in Dublin, Mullingar and Edgeworthstown.
  • Translink: Operates routes to Northern Ireland, including Belfast and Derry/Londonderry.
  • Wexford Bus: Connects the airport with Wexford, Wicklow and several towns in southeast Ireland.
  • Dublin Coach (Green Bus): Route 750 travels to Dundrum, while route 726 N7 goes to Portlaoise, passing through several towns in Kildare.

Rent a Car

 

Taxis

Taxi ranks are located directly in front of Terminals 1 and 2 exits. Taxis are always available and an attendant can assist you if required. The journey to Dublin city centre usually costs around €30.00-€45.00 and takes between 25 and 45 minutes, depending on traffic. Fares are higher between 8:00 pm and 8:00 am.

Additional information: It is recommended to use only licensed taxis to ensure safety and regulated fares.

 
 

Latest updates: November 21, 2025

Transportation Tips to/from the airport

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.
 
 1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening.
 
If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time.
 
If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications.
 
If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.
 
 2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive.
 
Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff.
 
It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver.
 
On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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