How to get from Dublin Airport to Dublin city centre
High confidenceChecked May 2026
Take the Aircoach or Dublin Express bus — ~€8–€12 to O'Connell Street, every 10–15 min.
Best options
Best overall
Aircoach or Dublin Express coach to the city centre.
Cheapest safe
Dublin Bus 16 / 41 — ~€2.60 with TFI Leap.
Best at night
Aircoach runs 24/7 on the main route.
With luggage / kids
Coach services have under-floor luggage holds.
Taxi fare
Official metered taxi roughly €25–€35 to central Dublin. Fares vary with traffic.
Ride-hailing
FreeNow is the standard app and dispatches licensed taxis. Uber does not operate a ride-share in Ireland.
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Public transport
Aircoach, Dublin Express, Dublin Bus 16/41.
Compare your options — DUB → Dublin city centre
Distance ~10 km, typical journey 25–45 min.
| Option | Typical fare | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Public transport | Aircoach, Dublin Express, Dublin Bus 16/41. | Cheapest safe option |
| Official taxi | Official metered taxi roughly €25–€35 to central Dublin. Fares vary with traffic. | Late arrivals, heavy luggage |
| Ride-hailing | FreeNow is the standard app and dispatches licensed taxis. Uber does not operate a ride-share in Ireland. | restricted |
After landing — step by step
- 1Exit arrivals and follow 'Buses & Coaches' signs
- 2Tickets on board, kiosk or app
- 3For taxi: queue at the official rank only
Scam warnings
Drivers refusing card (legally required for licensed taxis)
Avoid this
- • Unbooked 'transfer' offers in arrivals
Frequently asked
Q.How much is a taxi from Dublin Airport to Dublin city centre?
Official metered taxi roughly €25–€35 to central Dublin. Fares vary with traffic.. Always confirm the fare or that the meter is on before pulling away. Watch for: Drivers refusing card (legally required for licensed taxis).
Q.What is the cheapest safe way from DUB to Dublin city centre?
Dublin Bus 16 / 41 — ~€2.60 with TFI Leap.
Q.Does Uber work at Dublin Airport?
FreeNow is the standard app and dispatches licensed taxis. Uber does not operate a ride-share in Ireland.
Q.What's the best way from DUB to Dublin city centre at night?
Aircoach runs 24/7 on the main route.
Q.What scams should I watch for going from DUB to Dublin city centre?
Top reported: Drivers refusing card (legally required for licensed taxis). Use the official taxi rank, never accept a fare from someone approaching you in arrivals.
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