Local Transport

by far the most affordable and environmentally friendly way to travel in Dublin—the Leap Card for bus and train:

Strongly recommended for all DLA2026 attendees !

The Leap Visitor Card is a convenient public transport ticket for tourists and visitors to Dublin.

Get unlimited travel for your selected time period on Dublin City Bus services (operated by

Dublin Bus and Go-Ahead Ireland), Luas (tram), DART and Commuter Rail in Zone 1: TFI Dublin City.

You can choose from a number of options:

  • 1 day (24 hours) – €8.00
  • 3 days (72 hours) – €18.00
  • 7 days (168 hours) – €24.00

Your chosen time period starts from the first time you use the card.

If you don’t wish to purchase a Leap Visitor card, you can always purchase a regular TFI Leap Card and avail of the TFI 90 minute fare.

 

map of Dublin Zone 1

The closest DART (train) stations to UCD Belfield campus are Sydney Parade and Booterstown, both located about a 20-minute walk away. A direct shuttle bus operates between Blackrock DART station and UCD during peak hours, while Dublin Bus provides direct, frequent 24-hour service to the campus. 

Bus stops are located at the rear of the Sports Centre and the main terminus next to the Sutherland Building. Use the TFI Journey Planner and Real Time information to get the best possible routes.