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Port guide: compare transport from Dublin

Dublin, Ireland 35 transport option(s) compared
90 min Recommended return before ship
Port exit : Easy

Dublin

Port call at Dublin (Ireland). Leaving the port is easy and the town centre is mainly served by Public shuttle. The cheapest option, Port shuttle to port exit, is free, and the fastest takes around 8 min. A ship shuttle is also available, at around 20,00 €.

Terminal 2km from Dublin city centre. Quick transfer by bus or taxi. Very popular for city breaks.

Dublin - Alexandre Quay
Cheapest option Free Port shuttle to port exit
Fastest option 8 min Port shuttle to port exit
Simplest option Port shuttle to port exit Very simple
Ship shuttle 20,00 € Please contact the company for further information.

Practical tips

  • 30 min walk to the centre
  • Taxis available at the terminal
  • Dublin Bus to the centre

Warnings

  • Pickpockets in the city centre
  • Frequent rainy weather
  • Bring cash in euros

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Best option summary

By choosing your cruise line's official shuttle, you opt for complete peace of mind: even if it isn't the cheapest option, this transfer is treated as an excursion, which means the ship will wait for the shuttle before setting sail.

Ship shuttle 20,00 €

Please contact the company for further information.

Recommended local alternative Port shuttle to port exit

Free - 8 min - Depending on ship arrival

Allows you to leave the industrial port area safely

Filter transport options

Choose whether you want to stay near the port, reach a connection, or go on a longer excursion.

Transport options

35 option(s) shown for Dublin

Port shuttle to port exit

Dublin Port exit / East Wall Road

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency Depending on ship arrival
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Allows you to leave the industrial port area safely

Attention point

Does not lead directly to the city centre

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; free walk from Alexandra Quay to be avoided in the port area

Source : Dublin Port To & From: https://www.dublinport.ie/to-from/ | WhatsInPort Dublin: https://www.whatsinport.com/Dublin.htm

Shuttle cruise to O'Connell Street

O'Connell Street / city centre

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 20,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Depending on cruise line and port of call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

The easiest way to get to Dublin city centre

Attention point

No guarantee; price and delivery point vary

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check on board to see if there is a shuttle service to O'Connell Street or Merrion Square

Source : Dublin Port To & From: https://www.dublinport.ie/to-from/ | AquaVoyage Dublin cruise port: https://aquavoyage.co.uk/cruise-ports/dublin-ireland | compagnies de croisière

Shuttle cruise to Merrion Square

Merrion Square

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 20,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Depending on cruise line and port of call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Convenient drop-off near Trinity, National Gallery and South Centre

Attention point

Not guaranteed depending on company

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; frequent drop-off point for some cruise shuttles

Source : Dublin Port To & From: https://www.dublinport.ie/to-from/ | Visit Dublin: https://www.visitdublin.com/ | compagnies de croisière

Shuttle cruise to Trinity College

Trinity College Dublin

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 20,00 €
Estimated duration 22 min
Frequency Depending on cruise line and port of call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct access to Trinity, Book of Kells and city centre

Attention point

Mandatory return times

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check exact pick-up point for return to ship

Source : Trinity College Dublin: https://www.tcd.ie/ | Visit Dublin: https://www.visitdublin.com/ | compagnies de croisière

Taxi to Connolly Station

Connolly Station

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 22,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to station, DART and trains

Attention point

More expensive than Luas or bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful with luggage or a nearby train timetable

Source : Irish Rail: https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie | Dublin Port To & From: https://www.dublinport.ie/to-from/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to O'Connell Street

O'Connell Street / city centre

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 18 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to the centre without connection

Attention point

More expensive than public transport

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; ask for meter or price estimate before departure

Source : Dublin Port To & From: https://www.dublinport.ie/to-from/ | Visit Dublin: https://www.visitdublin.com/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Trinity College

Trinity College Dublin

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 18 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to Trinity, Book of Kells and city centre

Attention point

More expensive than bus or shuttle

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; sometimes limited car access around the centre

Source : Trinity College Dublin: https://www.tcd.ie/ | Visit Dublin: https://www.visitdublin.com/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Temple Bar

Temple Bar

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 28,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to lively, central district

Attention point

Busy area with variable car access

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; plan to drop off close to rather than in the middle of pedestrian streets

Source : Visit Dublin Temple Bar: https://www.visitdublin.com/ | Dublin Port To & From: https://www.dublinport.ie/to-from/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Dublin Castle

Dublin Castle

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 30,00 €
Estimated duration 22 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to the castle, Chester Beatty and historic centre

Attention point

City centre traffic possible

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good starting point for old town and cathedrals

Source : Dublin Castle: https://www.dublincastle.ie/ | Visit Dublin: https://www.visitdublin.com/ | services taxi locaux

Luas from The Point to Connolly

Connolly Station

Metro Station / airport
Estimated cost 2,00 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to Luas
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Simple connection to DART, trains and city buses

Attention point

Must first join The Point

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Luas Red Line useful for Connolly and the centre

Source : Luas: https://luas.ie/ | Irish Rail: https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie

Public bus to The Point Luas

The Point Luas stop / 3Arena

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 2,00 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency Frequency according to Dublin Bus / TFI
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Joins the Luas Red Line tram near the port entrance

Attention point

Need to reach the authorised bus stop outside the port area

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Dublin Port indicates that Luas The Point is opposite the port entrance.

Source : Dublin Port To & From: https://www.dublinport.ie/to-from/ | Transport for Ireland: https://www.transportforireland.ie/

Luas from The Point to Abbey Street

Abbey Street / O'Connell Street

Metro Near the port
Estimated cost 2,00 €
Estimated duration 18 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to Luas
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Cost-effective access to Dublin's north centre

Attention point

Requires initial transfer from dock

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good option after port shuttle to The Point

Source : Luas: https://luas.ie/ | Visit Dublin: https://www.visitdublin.com/

Bus to Connolly Station

Connolly Station

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 2,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency Frequency according to Dublin Bus / TFI
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Cost-effective connection to train, DART and city centre

Attention point

Depends on the stop accessible from the port

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check TFI itinerary on day of stopover

Source : Transport for Ireland: https://www.transportforireland.ie/ | Irish Rail: https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie

Luas from The Point to Heuston Station

Heuston Station

Metro Station / airport
Estimated cost 2,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to Luas
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct connection to West Station and Guinness Storehouse

Attention point

Longer than taxi if luggage

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful for trains to the West of Ireland

Source : Luas: https://luas.ie/ | Irish Rail: https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie

Bus to O'Connell Street

O'Connell Street / city centre

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 2,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Frequency according to Dublin Bus / TFI
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Economical public option to Dublin city centre

Attention point

Less straightforward than the company shuttle or taxi from Alexandra Quay

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check accessible stop outside port area

Source : Dublin Port To & From: https://www.dublinport.ie/to-from/ | Transport for Ireland: https://www.transportforireland.ie/

Dublin Port express bus to city centre

O'Connell Street / city centre

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 3,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency Daily frequency depending on operator
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Dedicated port-centre service, easier to understand than a conventional city bus

Attention point

Can be ferry-oriented and variable timetables

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Irish Ferries offers a Dublin Port express bus to the centre at €3.00.

Source : Dublin Port To & From: https://www.dublinport.ie/to-from/ | Irish Ferries Dublin bus transfer: https://www.irishferries.com/uk-en/frequently-asked-questions/our-ports/Dublin-bus-times/

VTC to O'Connell Street

O'Connell Street / city centre

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 30,00 €
Estimated duration 18 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Price planned in advance and route geolocated

Attention point

Dynamic prices possible on cruise days

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check authorised pick-up point in port

Source : Dublin Port To & From: https://www.dublinport.ie/to-from/ | Visit Dublin: https://www.visitdublin.com/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

Taxi to Guinness Storehouse

Guinness Storehouse

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 35,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct route to Dublin's best-known paid attraction

Attention point

Higher cost; booking recommended

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book a Guinness slot before leaving the ship

Source : Guinness Storehouse: https://www.guinness-storehouse.com/ | Visit Dublin: https://www.visitdublin.com/ | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Dublin Airport

Dublin Airport / DUB

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 40,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer to the airport with luggage

Attention point

More expensive than public transport

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; allow margin depending on traffic and flight schedule

Source : Dublin Airport: https://www.dublinairport.com/ | Dublin Port To & From: https://www.dublinport.ie/to-from/ | services taxi locaux

VTC to Guinness Storehouse

Guinness Storehouse

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 40,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct with price to major attraction

Attention point

Visit slot to be booked separately

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book Guinness before departure

Source : Guinness Storehouse: https://www.guinness-storehouse.com/ | Visit Dublin: https://www.visitdublin.com/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

Taxi to Heuston Station

Heuston Station

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 40,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct to Gare de l'Ouest with luggage

Attention point

Higher cost of Luas from The Point

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful for trains to Galway, Cork or Limerick

Source : Irish Rail: https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie | Luas: https://luas.ie/ | services taxi locaux

Shuttle excursion to Dublin Castle

Dublin Castle

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Organised excursion to the historic centre with a single return journey

Attention point

Free time varies according to programme

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check if Trinity, Cathedrals or Temple Bar are included

Source : Dublin Castle: https://www.dublincastle.ie/ | Visit Dublin: https://www.visitdublin.com/ | compagnies de croisière

VTC to Dublin Airport

Dublin Airport / DUB

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 50,00 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer at a pre-arranged price

Attention point

Dynamic pricing possible depending on traffic and demand

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book if flying after disembarkation

Source : Dublin Airport: https://www.dublinairport.com/ | Dublin Port To & From: https://www.dublinport.ie/to-from/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

Shuttle excursion to Guinness Storehouse

Guinness Storehouse

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 55,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Organised excursion to a major attraction with safe return

Attention point

Set times and visit slots to be respected

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check whether Guinness entry is included

Source : Guinness Storehouse: https://www.guinness-storehouse.com/ | Visit Dublin: https://www.visitdublin.com/ | compagnies de croisière

Bus to Trinity College

Trinity College Dublin

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 2,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Frequency according to Dublin Bus / TFI
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Economy option to Trinity, Grafton Street and South Centre

Attention point

Less direct route from the port area

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; itinerary to be checked with TFI before departure

Source : Transport for Ireland: https://www.transportforireland.ie/ | Trinity College Dublin: https://www.tcd.ie/

DART from Connolly to Malahide

Malahide Station / Castle area

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 3,50 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to Irish Rail DART
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Public excursion to the castle, village and coast

Attention point

Connolly can be reached from the port

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; plan to walk or take a short taxi from Malahide Station to the castle

Source : Irish Rail DART: https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie/rail-fares-and-tickets/dart-and-short-hop-zone | Malahide Castle: https://www.malahidecastleandgardens.ie/

DART from Connolly to Howth

Howth Station / Harbour

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 3,50 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to Irish Rail DART
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

A cheap and easy coastal excursion from Connolly

Attention point

The first step is to reach Connolly from the port

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good option if the weather is fine

Source : Irish Rail DART: https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie/rail-fares-and-tickets/dart-and-short-hop-zone | Visit Dublin Howth: https://www.visitdublin.com/

Taxi to Howth Harbour

Howth Harbour

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Available by reservation or local taxi
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct to coastal village, port and cliffs

Attention point

Return to be organised if independent visit

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good coastal alternative if Dublin has already been visited

Source : Visit Dublin Howth: https://www.visitdublin.com/ | Irish Rail DART: https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie/rail-fares-and-tickets/dart-and-short-hop-zone | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Malahide Castle

Malahide Castle

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Available by reservation or local taxi
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct to château and gardens near the airport

Attention point

More expensive than the train

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Departure A-B direct; book return if independent visit

Source : Malahide Castle: https://www.malahidecastleandgardens.ie/ | Visit Dublin: https://www.visitdublin.com/ | services taxi locaux

VTC to Howth Harbour

Howth Harbour

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 55,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency By private reservation
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct transfer to the coast and fishing village

Attention point

Cost higher than DART since city centre

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; book return if stopover time limited

Source : Visit Dublin Howth: https://www.visitdublin.com/ | Irish Rail: https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie | opérateurs VTC locaux

Shuttle excursion to Malahide Castle

Malahide Castle

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 55,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Organised excursion to the castle and gardens with safe return journey

Attention point

Set times according to programme

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check if interior tour or gardens only included

Source : Malahide Castle: https://www.malahidecastleandgardens.ie/ | Visit Dublin: https://www.visitdublin.com/ | compagnies de croisière

Shuttle excursion to Powerscourt

Powerscourt Estate

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 75,00 €
Estimated duration 60 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Organised excursion to famous gardens and Wicklow

Attention point

Imposed timetables and weather to be taken into account

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check if gardens and waterfall are included

Source : Powerscourt Estate: https://powerscourt.com/ | Visit Wicklow: https://visitwicklow.ie/ | compagnies de croisière

Shuttle excursion to Glendalough

Glendalough Visitor Centre

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 85,00 €
Estimated duration 80 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Organised excursion to Wicklow and major monastic site

Attention point

Long journey and variable weather

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; choose only with guaranteed return to the ship

Source : Glendalough Visitor Centre: https://www.gov.ie/en/organisation/office-of-public-works/ | Visit Wicklow: https://visitwicklow.ie/ | compagnies de croisière

Shuttle excursion to Newgrange

Brú na Bóinne / Newgrange Visitor Centre

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 90,00 €
Estimated duration 65 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Organised excursion to a major UNESCO site

Attention point

Access to the tombs depends on tickets and timetables

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check if Newgrange entry is confirmed

Source : Brú na Bóinne official: https://www.worldheritageireland.ie/bru-na-boinne/ | Discover Boyne Valley: https://www.discoverboynevalley.ie/ | compagnies de croisière

Train from Connolly to Belfast

Belfast Lanyon Place

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 135 min
Frequency Frequency according to Irish Rail / Enterprise
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Long-distance rail link to Belfast

Attention point

Too long for a short stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; only with a very long stopover and a safe return.

Source : Irish Rail: https://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie | Visit Belfast: https://visitbelfast.com/

Indicative data based on local sources and field estimates.