Coach travel to Dublin City
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Fastest transfers
Dublin Airport in just 14 mins via the Dublin Port Tunnel on our fastest transfer.
Best fares online
Get coach tickets from just €8 one-way when you book online.
Generous luggage
We can take 2 x 20kg
bags and one piece of soft hand luggage
Cheap coach tickets to Dublin
Looking for the cheapest and easiest way to get from Dublin Airport to Dublin City Centre? Dublin Express is the fast, reliable and affordable airport coach connecting Terminals 1 & 2 directly to the city.
Our modern Dublin Airport to Dublin City buses run frequently throughout the day, ensuring you can get into town quickly after your flight. Services operate every 7.5 minutes at peak times, so you’ll never have to wait long.
Comfortable, Convenient and Affordable Travel
When you travel with Dublin Express, you can relax in comfort from the moment you board. Every coach includes:
✔ Free 5G Wi-Fi
✔ USB charging ports
✔ Climate control
✔ Spacious luggage storage
With ticket prices starting from just €9, Dublin Express is one of the cheapest and most convenient ways to travel between Dublin Airport and Dublin City Centre.
Dublin City Drop-Off Points
Our buses serve several key stops across the city, giving you quick access to major landmarks, transport links, and accommodation. You can hop off at convenient city-centre stops including:
- George’s Quay (Tara Street Station)
- Aston Quay (O’Connell Bridge & Temple Bar)
- Wellington Quay (Temple Bar & Dublin Castle)
- Merchant’s Quay (Christ Church Cathedral)
- Usher’s Quay (The Liberties & Guinness Storehouse)
- Heuston Station (Phoenix Park & Dublin Zoo)
- Arran Quay (Smithfield & Jameson Distillery)
- Ormond Quay Upper (Capel Street)
- Eden Quay (O’Connell Street & Marlborough Street)
- Custom House Quay (Gardiner Street & Connolly Station)
Booking Your Dublin Express Ticket
Booking your Dublin Express ticket is fast and easy. You can purchase your ticket online in seconds using the journey planner above, where you’ll see live departure times and the best available prices.
You can also buy tickets at the airport from a team member, or onboard using card payment only. However, to get the lowest fare, we always recommend booking online in advance.
Why Choose Dublin Express
Dublin Express is built around convenience, comfort and value, making it the ideal way to travel between Dublin Airport and Dublin City Centre.
With fast, reliable coaches, affordable fares, and modern onboard features, we make it easy to get exactly where you need to go.
Plan your trip, check live bus times, and book your Dublin Express ticket today for a smooth, stress-free journey from the airport to the heart of Dublin City.
Frequently asked questions
Dublin Express services stop at multiple locations across Dublin City Centre, depending on the route you are travelling on. Below is a full list of city stops for routes 782, 783, 784 and 785.
782 – Dublin Airport to Dublin City Stops
- George’s Quay (Tara Street Station)
- Aston Quay (O’Connell Bridge & Temple Bar)
- Wellington Quay (Temple Bar & Dublin Castle)
- Usher & Merchant’s Quay (Christ Church Cathedral & Guinness Storehouse)
- Heuston Station (Phoenix Park & Dublin Zoo)
- Arran Quay (Smithfield & Jameson Distillery)
- Ormond Quay Upper (Capel Street)
- Eden Quay (O’Connell Street & Marlborough Street)
- Custom House Quay (Gardiner Street & Connolly Station)
783 – Dublin Airport to Dublin City & Suburbs Stops
- 3Arena (East Wall Road)
- Docklands (North Wall Quay / Guild Street)
- Aston Quay (Stop 325)
- Christchurch (Patrick Street)
- Portobello (New Street South)
- Harcourt (Hatch Street Upper)
- Ranelagh (Opp. Ranelagh Luas)
- Rathmines (Castlewood Avenue)
- Rathgar (Terenure Road East)
- Terenure (Terenure Road West)
784 – Dublin Airport to Dublin City Stops
- Trinity College (College Green & Temple Bar)
- Custom House Quay (Gardiner Street & Connolly Station)
- Eden Quay (O’Connell Street & Marlborough Street)
- North Wall Quay (Docklands & Samuel Beckett Bridge)
- 3Arena (Point Village & Ringsend)
785 – Belfast to Dublin City Stops
- Burgh Quay (O’Connell Street Bridge) – Set-down for Dublin City Centre
- Custom House Quay – Pick-up for journeys to Belfast
- Westland Row (Stop 100111)**
Accessibility note:
Westland Row is not wheelchair accessible. The nearest accessible stop is Custom House Quay.
Need Directions?
Use our Dublin Express stop map to view all stops and get step-by-step directions.
*Please note, if you’re booking a journey to or from Dublin City Centre, coaches drop off at Burgh Quay, (O’Connell St. Bridge) Stop 339. Journeys to Belfast pick up from Custom House Quay, Stop 135271.
All Dublin Express services depart from our dedicated coach stops outside Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 at Dublin Airport.
To view all stop locations and get directions, visit our Dublin Express stop map
The 785 service to Dublin City departs from Grand Central Station in Belfast.
To view all stop locations and get directions, use our Dublin Express stop map
The fastest Dublin Express journey times are:
- Dublin Airport → Dublin City: 14 minutes
- Belfast → Dublin City: 2 hours 20 minutes
For live journey times and real-time coach tracking, use our Dublin Express Coach Tracker.
Coach fares to Dublin City start from:
- €9 when travelling from Dublin Airport
- £8.50 when travelling from Belfast
To check live prices, departure times and to book your ticket, use the journey planner above.
You can also buy tickets at the airport or onboard using card payment only, but onboard purchases are subject to availability.
Booking online in advance guarantees your seat and the best price.
