Dublin Airport
Dublin Airport is one of Europe’s busiest airports, with more than 55 airlines flying to over 190 destinations. There are services to 29 airports in the UK and an ever-expanding European network, which now covers 100 airports. The majority of UK and European airports are served by low-cost, budget airlines. Dublin Airport has two terminals (1 & 2). The airport is approximately 15 minutes from the Convention Centre Dublin (CCD) via the Port Tunel, with taxi, bus and coach links. The simplest way to get from the airport to CCD and many hotels is the Aircoach.
Dublin Port
Dublin is also accessible by sea from Britain and France. The major ferry companies are Irish Ferries and StenaLine. Further information on sailings are available on their websites. Dublin Port is just minutes away, while Rosslare Harbour, with regular ferry services to Wales, France and Spain, is located just 2 hour’s drive from The Convention Centre Dublin (CCD)
Dublin Express Bus
Discover the benefits of coach travel with Dublin Express, the convenient and cost-effective way to travel between Dublin Airport and Dublin City. With services day and night, free Wi-Fi to keep you connected and a generous luggage allowance, you can rely on a Dublin Express coach to get you to the airport or city with ease.
Adult ticket prices start from just €8 departing from Dublin City to Dublin Airport.
Click here for a full list of routes and stops by Congress Hotel.
DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transit) Train and Tram (Luas)
The DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transit) rail network runs along the coast of Dublin, from Malahide and Howth, to Bray and Greystones, providing transport from the city centre to suburban areas. Dublin Connolly, Tara Street and Dublin Pearse Stations are all located about a 10 minutes’ walk from the CCD. The Transport for Ireland Live App can be used to determine how to get from point A to B anywhere in Dublin using a combination of Dublin Bus, Luas and DART links.
DART timetables can be found here. If you are planning on taking public transport multiple times, you are able to purchase a Visitor Leap Card either online or from selected agents in Dublin, many of which are located within Dublin Airport’s Arrivals Terminal.
The Luas is Dublin‘s light rail transit system. There are two lines, the Green Line which serves Broombridge and Parnell to Sandyford and Brides Glen, and the Red Line which serves The Point and Dublin Connolly to Tallaght and Saggart. The CCD is located conveniently on the Red Line linking it to downtown Dublin, along with Dublin Connolly and Heuston train stations. Mayor Square - NCI and Spencer Dock are the closest stops. It is possible to switch from the Red to the Green Line between Abbey Street and O’Connell - GPO (northbound) / Marlborough (southbound) stops. Maps of the two Luas Lines and timetables can be found here
DublinBikes
Dublin is one of many European cities that offer a bike sharing scheme for its many visitors and residents. You will see throughout the city centre the “dbs”, "NOW" or “DublinBikes” parked throughout the capital. For information on how to hire a bike, visit DublinBikes. These are a very fun way to explore the bustling and sprawling city of Dublin.
Taxi Service
There are a a large number of taxi services available in the city centre. Taxis from the airport to the city centre / CCD are readily available outside of both arrivals halls. A taxi from the airport to the CCD should cost approximately €40-€45, from the airport to the city centre approximately €20-€30 and from the city centre to the CCD approximately €10. Please ensure to only travel in a licensed taxi - they will have their taxi license displayed on the dashboard. Taxis are readily available all over the city with listed taxi ranks in most of the main tourist areas, and it is also possible to hail a licensed taxi on the street. For a full list of 24-hour taxi ranks in Dublin please visit http://www.dublincity.ie/main-menu-services-roads-and-traffic-general-traffic-measures/taxi-ranks.
Please note that while all taxis take cash, not all accept credit card payments. It is recommended to confirm the available payment methods before starting your fare. Both Uber and FreeNow taxi apps operate in Dublin, it is recommended to download one of them before arrival.
Car Hire
Many car hire firms have an office in the main arrivals area in Terminals 1 and 2 of Dublin Airport. These include Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Budget, Sixt and Enterprise. Parking should be available for Hotel guests in most Dublin hotels (please check in advance), however, parking in CCD is not free and you are advised not to bring your car to the venue.
Travelling to Ireland
DUBLIN AIRPORT
Delegates are advised to fly into Dublin Airport.
Dublin Airport Information – Tel + 353 (0) 1 814 1111 or visit the Dublin Airport website.
For flight information at Dublin Airport:
Flight search engines such as Skyscanner can provide flight times and costs from your location.
FERRY SERVICE
Irish Ferries and Stena Line both operate services into Dublin port.
You can review the various options by clicking their name above.
Transportation from Dublin Airport to the Hyatt Centric Hotel
There are several transportation options available at Dublin Airport.
AIRCOACH
Aircoach operates a service from Dublin Airport to Dublin City Centre and many of the city hotels. You can purchase tickets to and from Dublin Airport from €12 and pre-book online. Visit the Air Coach website for more information. There is an aircoach stop just a 7 minute walk to the hotel.
Dublin Bus
Public bus services require exact change or a LEAP Travelcard. There are many services from the airport to city centre, the 747 Airport bus will serve Dame Street and drop very close to Dublin Castle.
There are numerous bus routes serving the Dame Street area from various parts of the city. Bus routes include 9, 13, 14, 15, 15a, 15b, 16, 27, 40, 49, 54a, 56a, 65, 65b, 68/a, 69, 69x, 77a, 77x, 79/a, 83/a, 122, 123, 140, 142, 150, 151, 747.
See https://www.dublinbus.ie/ for maps and schedules.
TAXIS
Upon arrival to Dublin Airport, several official airport taxi services can be found directly outside the arrivals hall. The average current price from Dublin Airport to Hyatt Centric is approximately €40.
There are many official taxi services throughout Dublin. Please ensure you only travel in a registered taxi displaying their taxi license on the dashboard. Taxis are readily available all over the city with listed services in most tourism areas.
Travelling around Dublin & Ireland
LEAP CARD
Leap Card is a re-usable smartcard that enables you to pay for multiple public transportation options around Dublin. Get unlimited travel over your selected time period and go anywhere you want in the city and suburbs of Dublin, on any public transport you choose. You can even travel to and from the Airport at the start and end of your trip without any additional charge.
Purchase a Leap Visitor Card online, delivered to your home before you travel. You may also purchase Leap Cards from many local agents. Visit the Leap Card website for more information.
Once you have a Leap Visitor Card, you can top-up with additional time periods (1, 3 or 7 days) at any Leap Card Payzone outlet in Dublin (up to a maximum of five times). Your Leap Visitor Card allows you unlimited travel for the period you have selected on most transport services in Dublin:
- Airlink 747 & 757 airport bus services
- All Dublin Bus scheduled services (not valid on tours)
- All Luas (tram) services
- DART and Commuter Rail in the Short Hop Zone (all of Dublin city and county)
DUBLIN BUS
Dublin Bus offers a variance of routes throughout the city. Visit the Dublin Bus website for more information.
IRISH RAIL/DART
Irish Rail operates services that travel from Heuston and Connolly stations to cities/towns throughout Ireland. DART is a rail service that operates through Dublin, traveling on the east coast and servicing the coastal towns north and south of Dublin. Visit the Irish Rail website for more information.
LUAS
Luas is the Dublin light rail service that operates two tram lines, the Red line and the Green line: The Red Line (East to West) and the Green Line (North to South). The Red Line is 20 km in length and has 32 Stops. It runs from Tallaght to The Point and from Saggart to Connolly. The Green Line is 16.5 km in length and has 22 Stops. It runs from Brides Glen to St. Stephen’s Green through Sandyford. Visit the Luas website for more information.
BICYCLES
Dublin is one of many European cities that offer a bike sharing scheme for its many visitors and residents. You will see throughout the city centre the dbs or Dublin bikes parked throughout the capital. For information on how to hire visit Dublin Bikes These are a fun way to explore Dublin.
CAR HIRE
Available at Dublin Airport you can select to self-drive while in Ireland. Two of the major companies are
Hertz Car Hire http://www.hertz.ie/ or Avis Car Hire http://www.avis.ie/default.aspx
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