Travel Information
Getting There
Flying
Most travellers arrive via Dublin Airport (DUB), well-connected to major European cities and beyond.
Ferry (from the UK/Europe)
You can also reach Dublin by sea - ferries operate from Holyhead (Wales), Liverpool (England), and even France to Dublin Port. Trips from Holyhead take around ~2.5 hours, while longer cross-channel routes (e.g., from France) can take ~18 hrs.
Getting Around
Public Transport
- Leap Card - reusable transport card for buses, DART trains, and Luas trams (discounted fares and options for visitors).
- DART - coastal commuter rail, great for seaside spots like Howth or Bray.
- Luas - light-rail tram system across central areas.
- Buses & Taxis - Dublin Bus covers the city; taxi apps like FreeNow are common.
- Walking and cycling are very doable - central Dublin is compact and scenic.
Important Telephone Numbers
- Emergency Services (Police, Fire, Ambulance): 999 or 112
- Garda (Police) - General: 01 666 8000
- Irish Tourist Assistance Service (ITASC): 01 666 9354 (for tourists who are victims of crime)
Additional Information
- The currency used in Dublin is the Euro.
- Dublin operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz, using Type G (three-pin) plugs. The "Powering Up Dublin" project is currently upgrading infrastructure with 50km of new high-voltage underground cables.