Dublin

Travel to Dublin

You can fly into Dublin Airport with several different low-cost airlines from a good selection of airports across the UK. As an alternative you can also get the ferry to Dublin from Holyhead or Liverpool. Several train companies offer combined rail and ferry tickets, which can make this option a very good deal, especially if you're watching your carbon footprint.
Dublin Airport website

On Arrival in Dublin

There are plenty of buses and coaches that offer routes between the city and Dublin Airport offering budget to luxury experiences, with travelling times for the 10km route varying between 10 minutes and an hour depending on traffic. Alternatives from the airport are to get a taxi, or hire a care. The Dublin Port is very close to the city centre, so if you arrive there it may be possible to walk to your destination. Otherwise take a short taxi ride, or use the local train services.

Getting Around Dublin

Dublin's compact city centre is perfect for exploring on foot but there are several other options if you want to go a bit further or rest your weary legs. Two tram lines cross the city, offering frequent and easy travel. Dublin's bus network is fairly extensive, although visitors can find the route numbering a little confusing so it's best to pick up a route guide from a newsagent. Night buses also run on some routes. Dublin is also pretty cycle friendly so hiring a bicycle could be a great way to see the sights.

Travelling Further Afield

Dublin is the hub for train travel in Ireland so it's really easy to get to loads of destinations. Connolly Station is the departure point for trains to the north and Northern Ireland, and Heuston Station offers trains to the south of the country. There are also several coach companies offering intercity coach travel across the country and into Northern Ireland. If you want to hire a car be prepared for a lot of narrow and twisting roads, especially as Ireland's motorway network is not very extensive.