Leap Cards:

A Leap Card is a reusable, prepaid smart card that gives you cheaper fares on all public transport in Dublin. It is essential for students moving around the city.
The TFI 90 minute fare allows students to use any public transport in Dublin (Bus, Luas, DART) within a 90 minute window for only 1 euro.

Where to get one:
At Leap Card agents (Supervalu, Centra, Spar, Post offices)
At the Dublin Airport tourist information desk
Online at www.leapcard.ie

Useful Apps

There are two main apps you will need for public transport in dublin:
TFI Live App
The TFI Live app provides real-time information and journey planning for public transport across Ireland. You can check live departure times, plan trips, and view routes for Dublin Bus, Luas, Bus Éireann, and Irish Rail services all in one place.
TFI Leap Top-Up App
The TFI Leap Top-Up app lets you check your Leap Card balance, top up instantly, and buy or load tickets,making it easy to manage your travel credit anytime, anywhere.

 

Dublin Bus

Dublin Bus is by far the most widespread and heavily used mode of transport in Dublin. The bus network covers the entire city and suburbs, with high frequency and long operating hours.
As there are so many bus routes the best way to find the one that works for you is through -www.dublinbus.ie

Luas

This is Dublin's tram network, there are two luas lines the green and the red, the green line is most useful for students as it serves:

Technological University Dublin (TUD) Grangegorman Campus – directly served by the Grangegorman stop.

Trinity College Dublin – just a short walk from Dawson or Trinity stops.

Augnier Street (TUD) – only a short walk from the stephens green stop.

University College Dublin (UCD) – while not directly on the line, it’s easily accessed via Charlemont or Ranelagh stops with connecting buses.

 

Dart

Dublins coastal train service useful for getting to trinity college and city centre via Pearse street ot Tara Street stops.