Find Times and Buy Tickets
Irish Rail Journey Planner, Please fill this form and submit to find train times and tickets
Destination
From *required
To *required
Type
Use arrow keys on the keyboard to navigate through the type group
Date
Select an outbound date
Select outbound date dialog
Outbound Date (dd.mm.yyyy)
Select a return date
Time

Passenger

1 Passenger Open Passenger Modal<
Select passengers users dialog
Passenger
Passengers Information
Reservation Only

Who is eligible for this ticket?

  • Customers in possession of a valid open class ticket

What are the conditions of travel?

Customers who are already in possession of or purchasing on the day of travel a valid standard class ticket(s) such as Family Ticket, Day Return, Open Return, Weekly, Monthly, Annual or InterRail ticket can book on their chosen service by selecting the 'Reservation Only' option in the Passenger selection box. Customers are advised there is limited availability for seat only bookings online.

How do I buy this ticket? 

Where can I buy this ticket? 

Where do I collect the ticket? 

See our Ticket Collection section.

Free Travel Pass

Who is eligible for this ticket?

  • Free Travel/DSFA Pass Holders

What are the conditions of travel?

Customers who hold a Free Travel / DSFA Pass can book on their chosen service by selecting the 'Free Travel Pass' option in the Passenger selection box. Customers are advised there is limited availability for Free Travel bookings online.

How do I buy this ticket? 

Where can I buy this ticket? 

  • You can purchase the ticket above using our Journey Planner. Tickets can only be purchased up to 90 days in advance.
  • An allocation of bookings on all InterCity services can be reserved online without a fee for 'Free Travel Pass or valid ticket holders'. When this allocation is fully booked, all remaining seats can be reserved by 'Free Travel Pass or valid ticket holders' for €2.50 per journey. 

Where do I collect the ticket? 

See our Ticket Collection section.

At least 1 passenger is required

For more information on Online Tickets please see Ticket Information

Preferences
Select wheelchair users dialog
Wheelchair Information

There are a limited number of wheelchair accessible spaces on each train, book in advance to avoid disappointment.

passenger-seat icon Travel Pass or Travel Ticket holder

Travel Pass or Valid Ticket holder dialog
Travel Pass or Valid Ticket holder

Is an option for customers who are in possession of Free Travel Pass, a valid standard class ticket(s), seasonal ticket(s), Taxsaver ticket(s) or InterRail to book onto a train in standard class. Customers who have a valid standard class ticket but wish to upgrade to First Class should also use this selection. For more information go to Tickets Explained section.

Please select the passenger(s) who require this ticket type

Bicycle Information for Rail Travel

In order to help you plan your journey with your bicycle, we have documented this guide to help you. For information on:

This page provides information on travelling with bicycles, for information on e-scooters please see our e-scooter policy FAQ

Bicycles on InterCity Trains

We welcome bicycles on all of our Intercity services but some restrictions may apply during peak travel times.

  • Customers must book bicycle spaces for Intercity services, in advance, online via our Journey Planner 
  • The majority of Dublin to Cork services and all of the Dublin to Belfast services have a bicycle storage area which is separate from the passenger area of the train out of line of sight
  • On all other InterCity routes the bicycle spaces are within the passenger compartment. Bicycles are only permitted within the passenger compartment if they fit into the dedicated bike space on-board, with the exception of ‘Fold-up’ bikes. The likes of ‘Tricycles’ cannot be accommodated within the passenger compartment. For bike space dimensions, please see below section.
  • Customers who are already in possession of a ticket, not purchased online and would like to travel with their bike will be required to book their bike online free of charge using the 'Free Travel Pass or Valid Ticket' option on the Journey Planner 
  • Bicycles that are folded and covered can be carried on all services
  • For your convenience, please board the train at the door with the bicycle image

Bicycles on DART and Commuter Trains

We welcome bicycles free of charge on off peak DART and Commuter services, subject to available capacity. Bicycles that are folded and covered can be carried on all DART and Commuter services with no time restrictions.

For the safety and comfort of our passengers, bicycles are not permitted on DART and Commuter services between 07:00 and 10:00 and between the hours of 16:00 and 19:00 Monday to Friday. Customers can travel with bikes all day Saturday and Sunday.

  • DART services extends from Greystones and Bray via Dublin Connolly to Malahide and Howth
  • Dublin Northern Commuter service extends from Dublin's Pearse Station via Dublin Connolly Station to Dundalk
  • Dublin Portlaoise Commuter service extends from Dublin’s Heuston Station to stations as far as Portlaoise
  • Dublin Longford Commuter service extends from Dublin's Pearse Station via Dublin's Connolly Station to Longford
  • Dublin Dunboyne / M3 Parkway services extends from Dublin's Dockland/ Connolly Station via Clonsilla to Dunboyne/ M3 Parkway
  • Dublin Southern Commuter service operates from Dublin's Connolly Station to Gorey Station
  • Mallow – Cork – Cobh – Midleton Commuter services extends from Mallow to Cork, Cork to Cobh or Midleton

If you are travelling with your bicycle, please note the following:

  • Please note that Iarnród Éireann reserve the right to refuse to carry more than two bicycles on an Intercity service where only two bicycles spaces are available, so it is advisable to book online in advance
  • The carriage of bicycles on Commuter services is at the discretion of station staff
  • At certain times (eg major sporting fixtures and concerts), it may not be possible to permit carriage of bicycles on DART or Commuter services
  • Customers should walk with their bicycles when they are in the station. It is not permitted to cycle in stations or on platforms
  • Customers should use ramps and lifts rather than stairs within stations to gain access to platforms
  • Customers should stay with their bicycles on board trains
  • Unaccompanied children cannot bring bicycles onto trains
  • No motorised bicycles are allowed on trains
  • Always use available bicycle storage spaces provided
  • Never obstruct exits or passageways. We reserve the right to remove bicycles if staff feel they are obstructing other customers or if they are a safety hazard
  • A bicycle can be carried up to maximum of 1.8 meters in length and up to 0.865m in width
  • Bicycles with attached trailers are only allowed on Dublin to Belfast and Dublin to Cork services that have a separate bicycle storage compartment

  • Intercity Railcar (ICR) bike spaces can accommodate bicycles with the following dimensions:

    • Overall length – 1800mm

    • Overall width – 865mm

    • Maximum tyre width – 65mm

    • The above dimensions will accommodate all road, mountain, and reasonably loaded touring bike types. Unfortunately, ‘fat-tyre bikes’ with a tyre width greater than that specified cannot be accommodated in our bike rack/s

Bicycle Parking at Iarnród Éireann Stations

Bicycle racks where provided, are free for customers who wish to avail of them.

Alternatively, bicycle lockers are also available to rent at some stations. Two companies operate bike lockers within some of our stations. For further information, see Apcoa - Bike Locker Rental. Go to Station Information section, choose your station and under ''Parking and Transport links'' you will be able to find what bicycle parking facilities are available. 

Fold Up Bikes On-board Trains

Fold up bikes can be carried on-board all services free of charge. Please be sure your bike is folded properly before boarding the train.

Folding Bike Hire
Location Company Address Phone Website
Sends to all of Ireland
HighNelly
Killduff, Pallasgreen, Co. Limerick.

Bicycle Hire

Do you want to enjoy the best the Irish Countryside has to offer after stepping off the train? If so the various bicycle hire companies* below can offer you the freedom at your own pace - rent a bicycle. With their extensive local knowledge, they are on hand to help answer any questions you may have regarding cycling in Ireland. Furthermore they will provide you up to 10 percent off bicycle hire for Iarnród Éireann customers whether you are interested in renting for an hour, a day or a week. So what are you waiting for, saddle up!

Dublin Bike Scheme

There are two Dublin Bike scheme docking stations located at Heuston Station. Please visit dublinbikes.ie for further information.

Bicycle Hire Companies**
Location Company Address Contact Information Pricing Information
Clare Michael Tierney 17 Abbey Street, Ennis, Clare. Phone: (065) 29433 or Email: enniscycles@eircom.net €20 per day/ €80 per week. Up to 10 percent off for Iarnród Éireann customers.
Cork City View Wheels 31-36 Blarney Street, Cork. Phone: (021) 4304547 Hire a Kalkhoff electric bicycle for €25 per day/€125 per week.
Up to 10 percent off for Iarnród Éireann customers.
Cork Roycroft Cycles -Rent-A-Bike Heron Court, Fields Carpark, 
Skibbereen, Cork.
Phone(028) 21235 or Emailroycroftcycles@eircom.net €14/€16/€18 per day. 
7 designated cycle routes. 
Up to 10 percent off for Iarnród Éireann customers.
Cork Cycle Scene 396 Blarney Street, Cork Phone: (021) 4301183 or Email: cyclescene@gmail.com €15 per day/€80 per week.
Up to 10 percent off for Iarnród Éireann customers.
Security deposit required.
Pre-booking advisable.
Dublin Bikes or Bicycles 47 Upper Clanbrassil Street, Dublin 8 Phone: (01) 5610638
€20 per day/€80 per week.
Up to 10 percent off for Iarnród Éireann customers.
Dublin Bleeper Merchant Buildings, Merchants Quay, Dublin 8.

Phone: (01) 437 0930

Email: customercare@bleeperactive.com

Bleeper: Public On-Street Bike Rental

or

LeaseBike: E-Bike Rental Service. Hire an e-bike from as little as €19.99 per week, including repairs and maintenance.

Dublin Irish Centre for Cycling
Malahide Castle,
Malahide, Co. Dublin
Phone(01) 8168345
Emailinfo@irishcentreforcycling.ie
Situated right next to Malahide DART station in the grounds of historic Malahide Castle. Bike rental and tours for individuals and groups. Helmet and hi-visibility vest provided free of charge. All hire bikes are top quality Giant bikes. Beautiful castle grounds and nearby coastal routes are a must see. Up to10 percent off for Iarnród Éireann customers.
Dublin Neills Wheels Rent a Bike and Tours Neill Treacy, Cow's Lane,
Temple Bar, Dublin 2.
Phone: (085) 1530648 or Email: neill@rentabikedublin.com €10 per day or €60 per week.
Up to 10 percent off for Iarnród Éireann customers.
Dublin River Cycles Gatekeeper Hut, Chesterfield Avenue, Dublin 8 Phone(086) 2656258 or Emailpaul@rivercycles.com Standard Bikes
2 hours – €4
Afternoon – €5
Full Day – €10

Galway West Ireland Cycling Unit 1, Bridgewater Court, Lower Fairhill Road, Galway H91E2X5 Phone(087) 1768480 or Email: admin@westirelandcycling.com Selection of top quality Trek hybrid, Trek Road bikes, E-bikes, Gravel bikes, Tandems. Book online. Pick-up and drop-off service on request.
Kerry (Tralee) O'Halloran Cycles  83 Boherbue, Tralee, Kerry. Phone: (066) 22820 €10 per day/ €50 per week. 
250m from Tralee Station.
Up to 10 percent off for Iarnród Éireann customers.

Laois-Portlaoise

Ml Kavanagh Railway Street, Portlaoise, Laois. Phone: (057) 068621357 Rental Period: Jun-Sep. €8 per day.
Limerick Emerald Appliances

21 Roches Street, Limerick. Phone: (061) 416983 or Email: emeraldalpi@eircom.net Up to 10 percent off for Iarnród Éireann customers in off-peak seasons. 
Limerick Pedal Pursuits Bike Hire Glendarragh, Newcastle West
Co. Limerick, Eircode V42XT53
Phone: (353) (0)86 813 4061 or Email: pedalpursuitsbikehire@gmail.com Bike hire is available from €5 per bike. Children’s bike hire between €10 – €15, adults bike hire €25. You can also hire electric bikes for €45 per day.
Helmuts are provided with each bike.
Nenagh (Tipperary) Moynans 4 Cecil Walk, Nenagh, Tipperary Phone(067) 31293 or Emailinfo@moynans.com  A deposit of €50 is required per bike and booking is required three weeks prior to departure.
Sligo/Leitrim Northwest Adventure Tours Sligo. Emailnorthwestadventuretours@gmail.com Bike hire starts at €15 per day. Group discounts apply and we also provide a handy drop off and collection service with hired bikes. Guided on and off road trips also available. Up to 10 percent off for Iarnród Éireann customers.
Westport The Westport Bike Shop The Paddock, Newport Road,
Westport, Co. Mayo.
Phone(098) 24966 or Emailinfo@westportbikeshop.ie  Bike hire is €15 per day, you can also hire electric bikes for €30 per day.
Up to 10 percent off for Iarnród Éireann customers.

*Bicycle spaces must be booked in advance online

**Please note that Iarnród Éireann and CIÉ have no affiliation with the above companies.

Bike Locker

Interested in renting a Bike Locker?

Please see the below details for more information.
Phone0818462899
Email - info@apcoa.ie
Web Link - Lockers2Rent.apcoa.ie

Below information correct as of 05/12/2022

Stations with Bike Locker facilities
Location Quantity Occupied Available
Ashtown
5
3
2
Athy
5
0
5
Athlone
5
1
4
Balbriggan
20
13
7
Booterstown
18
7
11
Bray
6
3
3
Carlow
5
1
4
Castleknock
6
6
0
Clondakin
5
0
5
Clonsilla
6
3
3
Connolly
20
15
5
Coolmine
8
4
4
Cork
25
9
16
Donabate
7
2
5
Drogheda
10
2
8
Dundalk
5
1
4
Dun Laoghaire
10
6
4
Ennis
5
2
3
Galway
10
3
7
Hazelhatch
10
4
6
Heuston
69
36
33
Howth Junction
5
2
3
Kildare
10
0
10
Kilkenny
5
0
5
Leixlip Louisa Bridge
4
2
2
Limerick
10
2
8
M3 Parkway
4
2
2
Malahide
23
16
7
Maynooth
25
17
8
Mullingar
10
4
6
Newbridge
10
8
2
Portarlington
5
1
4
Portlaoise
5
3
2
Portmarnock
6
2
4
Rush & Lusk
10
3
7
Sallins
30
11
19
Skerries
20
11
9
Sutton
5
3
2
Sligo
5
0
5
Tullamore
5
0
5
Westport
5
0
5
Total
462
208
239
Top