Aircoach/Dublin Bus 747 Route

€7 single journey, €12 return ticket (cheaper if booked online). Services run every 15-20 minutes during peak hours (6 AM-10 PM), with reduced overnight services every 30-60 minutes from 11 PM to 5:30 AM. Journey time: 35-50 minutes to O'Connell Street depending on traffic, with multiple city centre stops including Trinity College and St. Stephen's Green.

Official Dublin Airport Taxis

€25-40 for the identical journey, often longer in heavy traffic. Airport taxi drivers occasionally attempt to overcharge tourists, especially late-night arrivals who don't know the standard rates. Always insist on the meter or use the FREE NOW app for fixed pricing.

Why the Bus Wins

Aircoach uses dedicated QBC (Quality Bus Corridor) lanes for 80% of the route, making it genuinely faster than taxis during rush hours (7-9 AM and 4:30-6:30 PM). Free WiFi onboard, comfortable seating, and luggage storage underneath. The buses stop directly outside Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 arrivals — Follow clear signage for 'City Centre Bus Services.'

Pro Ferry Captain Tip

Consider the Dublin Port ferry connections if you're continuing to Wales or Northern England — The airport bus connects directly to the port via the 53A route, creating seamless land-to-sea travel without expensive taxi transfers.