From the airport to the city centre Ireland

In this guide, you'll find the nearest airports to all major cities. As distances are generally short, Ireland has a relatively good grid of airports. Low-cost airlines stop in Dublin for Ryanair, Shannon for Aer Lingus and Belfast for EasyJet. You'll find a plethora of domestic flights, should bus or train not be an option.

In Dublin , Dublin Express and Aircoach buses connect the airport with the city center in around 20 minutes.

In Belfast, Airport Express buses connect the airport to the city center in around ten minutes.

Arrival by train Ireland

To get around the interior of the island, you can take the train. The rail network is less developed than the bus network, but the fares are only slightly higher and it must be admitted that the train offers a little more comfort.

More information: www.irishrail.ie for Eire, and www.translink.co.uk for Northern Ireland.

Arrival by boat Ireland

Most of the ferry ports are located on the east coast of Ireland, to accommodate boats coming from the Welsh, English or Scottish coasts. Boats coming from France disembark in the south of the country (Rosslare or Cork) and come from Cherbourg or Roscoff. Once in Ireland, you can take a boat to visit the many islands off the coast. And why not take a cruise on the Shannon River?

Public transport Ireland

If you don't drive, the bus is by far the best way to get around Ireland. You will find several daily connections between the major cities, but it is important to note that the buses stop in all the small surrounding villages, which allows you to get off the beaten track a bit. Fares are cheap.

Travel advice. For all your travels in Ireland, the website www.transportforireland.ie should be of great help. The "Journey Planner" tab allows you to calculate the itinerary of all the possible transports for your trip.

Bike, scooters & co Ireland

Many bicycles on the Irish roads, and for good reason: you can find bicycle rental centers absolutely everywhere, even in the most remote corners. No major danger on the road, Irish people ride carefully, but be careful not to be surprised by the rain...

With a driver Ireland

All major cities have their own cab companies. In smaller towns, cabs are often privately owned. Fares are about the same as in France, but vary from region to region and town to town. In Northern Ireland, you may have to negotiate the fare in advance.

Applications such as Uber only work with drivers who are professionally registered, whether in Ireland or Northern Ireland.

By car Ireland

If you're planning to stay in a built-up area, there's no point in using a car, especially as parking is generally very expensive in Irish cities. But if it's the countryside and remote areas that tempt you, the car is an ideal means of transport. You can take your car with you on the ferry, or rent one locally. Don't be afraid of driving on the left - you'll get the hang of it in a few hours, and the Irish, courteous by nature, are also used to seeing rental cars hesitating about which way to go. Distances are short and the car will give you a freedom you won't get with other means of transport.

Hitchhiking. It's Ireland's national sport! You'll never have to wait long with your thumb out on the roadside. From an economic point of view, it's a win-win situation; from a human point of view, too, as it's a great way to meet people. If you're the driver yourself, don't hesitate to stop and let a hitchhiker enjoy your car for a few miles.

The Wild Atlantic Way (WAW ) stretches for 2,500 km along the Irish west coast, passing through more than 15 natural sites. A sensational route combining towering cliffs, bustling towns, fishing villages, secret beaches and spectacular bays, it's THE perfect route for a road trip in Ireland, from Donegal in the north to Kinsale in the south. From the wind-whipped headland of Malin Head to the peaceful port of Kinsale, set off on an expedition along the longest signposted coastal road in the world! How can you do it? You can explore this legendary route along its entire length by bus, bike, camper van or car. When is the best time? The best time to explore the WAW is July/August; to avoid the crowds, prefer June or September.

Accessibility Ireland

In large cities, the vast majority of buses have a ramp and a dedicated space for wheelchairs. Inter-regional buses are less often equipped, so check in advance. As for trains, the assistance of the on-board personnel should be requested.