Ireland — Living: Transportation

Why this matters

Relocating to Ireland requires understanding transportation options to navigate daily life, especially in rural areas.

Key facts

• The TFI 90-minute fare is EUR 2 for adults, EUR 1 for young adults and students and EUR 0.65 for children; the Dublin Zone 1 Leap daily cap is EUR 6 adult and EUR 3 young adult.
• The 2026 fares determination raised Dublin cash and Leap fares by an average of 15%, and the short fare by 33% to EUR 2.
• Young adult and student fares are a 50% discount on equivalent adult Leap fares.
• On 3 September 2026 the NTA announced increases from 2027, with the Dublin 90-minute Leap adult fare moving from EUR 2.00 to EUR 2.30 proposed and young adult from EUR 1.00 to EUR 1.15.

Steps

1. Getting a Driver's License — To drive in Ireland, you need a valid driver's license issued by your home country or an Irish driver's license. If your driver's license is not in English, you may need to get an International Driving Permit (IDP).
2. Using Public Transportation — You can plan your route and buy tickets for buses and trains using the Irish Public Transport journey planner or mobile apps like Bus Éireann or Irish Rail.