monthly travel pass ireland

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? 

• Read our FAQ on how to book a seat only reservation .

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.

Where do I collect the ticket? 

See our  Ticket Collection  section.

• Free Travel/DSFA Pass Holders

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.

• Please see our handy guide on how to book a 'Free Travel Pass' option .
• 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. 

For more information on Online Tickets please see Ticket 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

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

• Children 

What are the conditions of travel? Monthly Tickets are valid for unlimited travel within the zone specified for one calendar month (eg January).

Adults do not require an ID to purchase a monthly ticket.

Photo ID is required for Student tickets. Check out our  student section  for more information.

To calculate the cost of a Monthly ticket visit our  Fares Information  page and select your route.

Where can I buy this ticket?

• Online:  No
• Ticket Machines:  Yes 
• Ticket Offices:  Yes

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If you are on a tight budget, getting around Ireland by public transportation is perhaps the cheapest way to see the Emerald Isle.

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So opting for other modes of transportation is a good idea.

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Rail Transportation Across Ireland

While the rail network in Ireland is pretty good, it is only suitable if you are taking direct routes.

Dublin , the capital of Ireland, is the hub of the network and from there you can get to most big towns and cities in Ireland, except for Co. Donegal.

Iarnrod Eireann (otherwise known as Irish Rail ) provides rail transport in the Republic of Ireland.

Here is a look at the rail network in Ireland.

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Getting Around Ireland by Train

My advice if taking the train in Ireland is to do so if you know there is a direct connection available. Otherwise, you will have to switch to other lines, and the journey may take longer than anticipated.

However, if transferring to other trains doesn't bother you, by all means, go ahead and do it.

All-in-all, traveling by train in Ireland is a pleasant experience. However, it is not as extensive as the train you will find in mainland Europe, unfortunately.

All trains have free WiFi as well as a dining car.

There are 11 routes operating out of Dublin, which has two train stations serving different parts of the country.

Heuston Station (named after Seán Heuston, a young railway worker who commanded a nearby post in the 1916 Easter Rising ) services the south and west of Ireland, including Cork , Tralee, Limerick, Galway , Westport, Ballina , and Waterford).

Connolly Station (named after James Connolly, one of the leaders of the Easter 1916 Rising) services north and west of the country, including Sligo, Wexford, Rosslare Europort, and Belfast).

Read More: Getting Around Dublin by Train, Bus and Bike

The main routes are as follows. In addition, the prices given below are averages and may change depending on dates and times of travel.

• Dublin (Heuston) to Limerick (Colbert Station)/Limerick to Dublin – the average journey takes approximately 2 hours. Single adult fares on trains from Dublin to Limerick cost an average of €25.49; return fares average €50.98
• Dublin (Heuston) to Galway (Ceannt Station)/Galway to Dublin – the average journey takes approximately 2 hours and 37 minutes. Single adult fares on trains from Dublin to Galway cost an average of €15.99; return fares average €31.98.

• Dublin (Heuston) to Waterford (Plunkett Station)/Waterford to Dublin – the average journey takes between 1 hour and 48 minutes and 2 hours and 20 minutes. Single adult fares on trains from Dublin to Waterford cost an average of €14.39; return fares average €28.78.
• Dublin (Heuston) to Westport/Westport to Dublin – the average journey takes approximately 3 hours and 44 minutes. Single adult fares on trains from Dublin to Westport cost an average of €18; return fares average €35.99.

• Dublin (Connolly Station) to Belfast (Lanyon Place)/Belfast to Dublin – the average journey takes approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes. Single adult fares on trains from Dublin to Belfast cost an average of €15.99; return fares average €31.98.

• Dublin (Connolly) to Sligo (MacDiarmada Station)/Sligo to Dublin – the average journey takes approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. Single adult fares on trains from Dublin to Sligo cost an average of €16.79; return fares average €33.58.
• Dublin (Connolly) to Wexford (O'Hanrahan Station)/Wexford to Dublin – the average journey takes approximately 2 hours and 17 minutes. Single adult fares on trains from Dublin to Wexford cost an average of €12.95; return fares average €25.90.

How to Purchase a Rail Ticket in Ireland

It’s best to purchase your tickets directly on the Irish Rail website since the best fares are offered online.

Depending on the route you are taking, there are different types of tickets you can buy on the Irish Rail website.

They include semi-flexible tickets, which you can amend or cancel up to 24 hours in advance; flexible tickets, which you can amend or cancel up to 60 minutes in advance; and first-class tickets, which you can also change or cancel within 60 minutes of booking.

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First Class Travel on Trains in Ireland

Irish Rail offers a number of first-class travel experiences on specific routes in Ireland.

The CityGold ticket is available only on the direct Dublin to Cork route.

When you book your seat online, you'll see your name on an LED display above your seat. A complimentary newspaper is included in addition to other perks such as extra legroom, ergonomic electronically-adjustable seats, overhead and table lamp lighting, and an extended table, to name a few.

The Enterprise Plus ticket is available for passengers going from Dublin to Belfast on the “Enterprise” train.

Perks include a complimentary newspaper, spacious lumbar support in a fully-adjustable seat, extra legroom, in-seat audio, and adjustable blinds.

The Premier Class ticket available on the direct Dublin-Tralee line and on the Dublin to Cork line includes transport in a dedicated “premier” coach, your name above your seat, ambient table lighting, and more.

While you can certainly click on the First Class option (if it's available for the route you are taking), a more cost-effective strategy is to buy a standard ticket, then go back on to the Irish Rail site again.

Be sure to go back to the main page of the website, and enter your origin, destination, and the same dates that you originally entered. A pop-up should appear saying something like this: “customers who have a valid standard class ticket but wish to upgrade to first class should also use this section.”

Then, click Free Travel Pass or Valid Ticket underneath the destination details. At this point, you should click on the Go button and a new set of results will appear, offering you the first-class fare at a cheaper price than if you had originally chosen the First Class option, to begin with.

If you are traveling with a bicycle or a pet , both are allowed on trains in Ireland. If you can fold your bike, it is free to take it onboard. Small dogs must be kept on the customer's lap while on the train. Assistance dogs are allowed too but must have the designated medallion that is clearly visible to the conductor.

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Special Deals for Tourists

As a tourist, you can avail yourself of a few travel deals operated by Irish Rail. They include the following:

• Trekker Four-Day Ticket – available only at train stations across the country. Four days of unlimited travel on a train in Ireland will cost you €88 from the date when the ticket is issued. This price is for one adult only. This is a pretty good deal given that you can hop on and off any train that you like with the same ticket.
• Five-Day Explorer Ticket – this is for adults and children. Tickets must be purchased at any train station. You can avail of unlimited travel for 5 days out of 15 consecutive days on all Irish Rail lines. The cost per adult is €128, children €64.

Special Train Tours for Tourists

You may not know that Irish Rail offers special train tours of Ireland through its collaboration with Railtours Ireland – First Class , a tour operator that will get you to many of Ireland's popular destinations, perfect for travelers who don't want to drive.

Don't let the “First Class” title throw you off. Most of the tours are actually quite affordable.

Tours range from one-day tours to Bunratty Castle, the Cliffs of Moher and Galway, Bay to a 6-day tour of Ireland on the Emerald Pullman private train. Multi-day tours include accommodation, most meals and admission costs to the various attractions included in the tour.

Traveling in Northern Ireland by Train

Traveling in Northern Ireland is totally doable by train if you don't want to rent a car.

Translink operates five main routes, all of them coming out of Belfast.

Trains run north to Coleraine, where the line splits (one making the short journey to the seaside town of Portrush) and the other going to Derry.

Two major commuter routes connect Belfast with the port of Larne in County Antrim and the bustling town of Bangor in County Down.

Another route heads south, accessing Newry and Portadown.

The journey from Belfast to Derry is totally worth it if only for the scenery alone. It takes about 2 hours and 12 minutes.

Be sure to sit on the right-hand side of the train.

As you get closer to Derry , you'll pass along the Foyle Estuary, underneath a tunnel with Mussenden Temple overhead, and coming out the other side, you'll get fabulous views of the ocean at Downhill Beach, one of the most beautiful in Northern Ireland and a filming location for the HBO series Game of Thrones .

You even get to the Giant's Causeway from Belfast's Lanyon Station by train.

Trains run every hour from Monday through Saturday and less frequently on Sundays. Once you reach the Coleraine Buscentre, you'll want to look for the bus (either 170 or 402) that will take you to the Giant's Causeway.

Be sure to sit on the left side of the bus for the best coastal views and to get a glimpse of the Dunluce Castle ruins.

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Bus Transportation Across Ireland

If you want to see the more rural parts of Ireland without renting a car, it is best to take a bus.

Bus Eireann is where you be able to purchase your tickets.

Unlike the rail system, Bus Eireann operates buses all across the country, reaching the most rural of places.

For tourists, an open return travel pass is a good idea.

A day return travel pass is valid for both outbound and return travel within a 24-hour period. A monthly travel pass can also be purchased, which is valid for outbound and return travel within one month.

Both types of tickets can be purchased directly from the bus driver.

In addition, Bus Eireann also offers a 10-journey travel pass, which can be purchased online and on the bus. It is not available at vending machines. Such a pass is valid for 10 journeys between two points, all taking place within 7 consecutive days. You can find more information about this pass and other travel options on the Bus Eireann website .

Other Bus Services in Ireland/Northern Ireland

There are several other bus services in addition to Bus Eireann that you should know about, including private bus companies that offer services to commuters, students, and tourists. They include the following.

This bus company operates up to 20 daily return routes originating in Dublin City Center, Dublin Airport, Cork, Galway, and Ballina in Co. Mayo, offering fares as low as €13 one way.

Facilities onboard include reclining seats, free WIFI, onboard charging facilities, and more.

Dublin Coach

This bus company promises to offer its passengers a luxury experience (all affordable, I might add) to various cities in Ireland.

Their Dublin to Waterford via Kilkenny route is one of the most popular. They also offer an airport service as well as a convenient service to various events across Ireland.

This bus company is part of Translink , which also oversees the train service in Northern Ireland. From Belfast, you can get any number of trains to other parts of the province.

Its Goldline Express service from Belfast to Derry is very popular, and it also operates a service between Belfast and Dublin Airport.

Traveling in Dublin Using the Bus and Train Services

Using public transportation in Dublin is recommended.

The most cost-effective way to do this is by purchasing a Leap Visitor Card .

You’ll get unlimited travel on Airlink (bus transport from the airport to various points throughout Dublin), Dublin Bus, Go-Ahead Ireland Bus, the Luas, and the DART commuter rail system.

The Leap Card cannot be combined with any other hop-on hop-off tour bus deals unless you purchase the Freedom ticket from DoDublin.

The Leap Visitor Card can be used for 1, 3, or 7 days of unlimited rail travel but only in what is known as the “Short Hop Zone” (see graphic below).

That includes stations within the Dublin City area, from north to south and east to west.

The cost for 1 day/24 hours of unlimited travel is €8; €16 for 3 days/72 hours; and €32 for 7 days/168 hours.

Purchase it online or at the bus and travel information desk and at WHSmith in the T1 Arrivals area of Dublin Airport, as well as in the Spar shop at the T2 Arrivals area.

The card can also be purchased in various places in Dublin's city center.

Getting Around Dublin's Transportation Hub Using Free Apps

If you're tech-savvy enough and you use an Android, the free Citymapper transit app can help you navigate the city's buses and trains. It also helps users find cabs and bike services.

The TFI Live App from Transport for Ireland is available for free on the Apple app store and on the Google Play store. The app combines real-time information services from Bus Éireann, Dublin Bus, Go Ahead Ireland, Luas and Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail services.

The Moovit app is also useful when navigating Dublin's and Ireland's transportation systems. It is available on Apple and Android platforms.

Eurail Pass in Ireland – Is It Worth It?

If you plan to travel extensively throughout Ireland and Northern Ireland by train, then this is a good deal.

Traditionally, the Eurail pass , to be used only by non-European residents, has been popular with people in their teens and 20s.

If you are under 28, you can avail yourself of Eurail’s Youth Pass.

If you happen to hold dual citizenship and like to travel around Europe with your EU passport, you can still avail of rail deals by purchasing a pass from Interrail at the same price as the Eurail pass.

The most popular deal is the 8-day unlimited travel pass for $345 for one adult. Travel on as many trains as you like over 8 consecutive days or use the travel days within the span of a month from the date you purchase the pass.

Other options include:

• the 3-day pass for $182
• the 4-day pass for $219

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Taxsaver Commuter Ticket Scheme

Introduction, taxsaver tickets and temporary reduction in fares, how the taxsaver scheme works, ticket types and prices, how to apply, more information.

The Taxsaver Commuter Ticket Scheme reduces the cost of using public transport. Employers can make PRSI savings of up to 10.75%. Employees can save between 28.5% and 52% of travel costs due to tax, PRSI and USC savings. The ticket covers bus , rail , and the Luas tram system .

You can talk to your employer about participating in the scheme. Your employer will then apply and buy your ticket. Employees cannot apply for the scheme or buy the ticket themselves.

The Taxsaver scheme is run (in conjunction with the Revenue Commissioners ) by:

• Bus Éireann
• Approved transport providers

Employees can get tickets as part of their salary package (salary sacrifice) instead of an annual cash bonus or as a benefit-in-kind.

Taxsaver tickets are not subject to tax, PRSI or USC. Employees must only pay tax, PRSI, and USC on the ‘money’ portion of their salary. Employer PRSI is also calculated on the ‘money’ portion of the employee's salary.

There is a 20% average reduction in Taxsaver fares from 1 April 2022 to the end of 2024. This applies to all monthly and yearly tickets provided by Iarnród Éireann, Bus Éireann, Dublin Bus, Luas, and Go-Ahead Ireland.

See taxsaver.ie for more information or contact your employer to order a ticket.

Who can apply for a Taxsaver ticket?

Employees, including company directors, can participate in the TaxSaver scheme if their employer applies for and provides commuter tickets.

Contract between employer and employee

Employees who want to join the TaxSaver scheme select the ticket type they need. Employers and employees then sign a contract setting out the terms of the Taxsaver scheme. The Taxsaver contract (between the employer and employee) must be agreed upon and signed before the employer applies for a Taxsaver ticket. Both parties must review the conditions of the contract. For example, the contract should state what happens if an employee leaves the company before the ticket expiry date.

A signed Taxsaver contract usually lasts for 12 months. If, for example, an employee goes on holiday during that time, they cannot return the ticket, or get a refund for the time spent away and reclaim the ticket upon returning.

If an employee returns a ticket to an employer before the 12 months is up, they can rejoin the scheme again after the 12-months have expired. However, the company may get a refund for the portion of the year not used by the employee.

Tickets are strictly non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash benefits.

Once a contract between the employer and employee has been signed, the employer applies the tax conditions set out below and applies to the relevant transport provider.

Tax conditions

The terms and conditions of employment must be changed to refer to the Taxsaver ticket (to highlight that you are choosing a benefit instead of salary). The change must not be retrospective and must be in writing.

Employees cannot exchange the benefit for cash.

The choice to accept benefit instead of cash cannot be made more than once a year, and then only with the consent of the employer.

Taxsaver payment options

Employees can participate in the scheme in one of 3 ways:

Salary sacrifice

Employees can get TaxSaver commuter tickets as part of their basic salary package by choosing salary sacrifice.

Example of salary sacrifice

If the annual cost of a bus and rail ticket is €1,800 and an employee earns €30,000 per annum: Instead of buying the ticket for €1,800, the employee can agree to a ‘salary sacrifice’. So, their salary is reduced by €1,800 a year, or €34.62 per week, to cover the cost of the annual ticket (€1,800 divided by 52 weeks).

The employee will not be charged tax, PRSI, or USC on the portion of salary they sacrificed (€1,800). Instead, they only pay tax, PRSI and USC on €28,200. (€30,000 minus €1,800).

The employer will claim an expense for salary paid to employees.

If an assumed 10.75% rate applies, the employer PRSI would be €3,031.5. (10.75% of €28,200).

The employer will pay and claim €28,200 salary (plus employer PRSI) using salary sacrifice. This comes to €3,031.5 (this is where the employer saves), plus a deduction of €1,800 (the cost of the ticket).

The cost of the ticket is now regarded as an allowable expense for Section 118 (5A) of the Tax Consolidation Act 1997 as amended by Section 8 of the Finance Act 2005 .

Example without salary sacrifice

The employer will pay €30,000 in salary and claim an expense of €30,000 (plus the employer PRSI). The employer PRSI would be €3,225. (10.75% of €30,000).

As an alternative to salary sacrifice, an employer can offer employees TaxSaver commuter tickets instead of a cash bonus. As cash bonuses are taxed and commuter tickets are not, tickets provide better value to employees than cash bonuses.

Benefits-in-kind

A third way for employers and employees to benefit from the scheme is for employers to offer employees TaxSaver commuter tickets as a benefit-in-kind. For example, instead of a parking space at work, or as an incentive for an employee to stay with the company.

There are different types of monthly and annual tickets available. Tickets can also be used for personal travel outside of office hours.

Monthly tickets are valid for one calendar month and can be bought up to 2 weeks in advance. Annual tickets are valid for one year from the first day of any month and can be bought anytime.

Applying for the scheme

• Employees choose the TaxSaver commuter ticket type.
• The employer and employees sign a contract, subject to the rules of the scheme.
• The employer applies the required Tax Conditions and registers with the public transport provider.
• The employer makes a group application on behalf of employees by post, e-mail or online.
• Companies must keep a receipt of purchases and a copy of the ticket for their tax records.

More information is available on Taxsaver.ie and from the following websites:

Information on commuter tickets may also be available from approved private operators.

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Buy a 10 Journey Travelpass

Choose the two stops you would like to travel between.

Ticket Types

By using your TFI Leap Card, you can travel around Dublin at just €2 for adults, €1 for young adults (19-25) or students, and 65 cent for children using the TFI 90 minute fare .

Most customers use travel credit to pay as you go, but you can also load a range of tickets on your card. The ticket options available to you depend on the type of card that you have.

You have a number of options depending on which transport operator you use:

• Ashbourne Connect : Adult & child weekly tickets
• Bus Éireann : zonal tickets depending on region
• Collins Coaches : Adult & student 10 trip tickets
• Dublin Bus and Go-Ahead Ireland : 5 day rambler (adult & student), 30 day rambler (adult & student)
• Matthews.ie : Adult, Child and Student 10 trip tickets and return tickets
• Swords Express : Adult & student 10 trip tickets
• Wexford Bus:  Adult, Student and Child 10 journey Weekly tickets, Adult and Student Flexi 10 journey ticket and Adult, Child and Student return tickets
• Express Bus: Weekly tickets

Young Adult and Student Leap Card holders can avail of 50% discounts on additional commercial bus services. Further details on how to get the discount and the most up-to-date list of participants can be found here.

Annual and Monthly TaxSaver Tickets

Many TaxSaver tickets can now be loaded onto Adult Personalised TFI Leap Cards.  These include monthly and annual tickets from  Bus Éireann ,  Dublin Bus and Go-Ahead Ireland ,  Irish Rail , Luas, Ashbourne Connect, Collins Coaches, Matthews.ie, Swords Express and Wexford Bus. These tickets are ordered through your employer.

• For Bus Éireann, Dublin Bus and Go-Ahead Ireland and Irish Rail visit  taxsaver.ie 
• Ashbourne Connect
• Collins Coaches
• Matthews.ie
• Swords Express
• Wexford Bus

Can someone else use my personalised TFI Leap Card?

No; your personalised TFI Leap Card is unique to you. Only the person whose name & photo is printed on the card, can use it. If someone else uses your personalised TFI Leap Card, they may be fined & have the card confiscated.

How does the validator know whether to use the Travel Credit or Ticket on my card?

Validators are programmed to check if your card has a valid ticket for the applicable service first. If there is a valid ticket on the card, it simply validates and no Travel Credit is deducted. If there is no valid ticket for the service, the Validator will use Travel Credit instead.

What if I lose my TFI Leap Card that has a tax saver ticket loaded on it?

The replacement process currently varies depending on your ticket type. For more information on replacing a lost card, please visit TaxSaver TFI Leap Card .

Do I get tax benefits from using Travel Credit on my card?

No; tax savings are only applicable to the TaxSaver tickets you buy for your card through your employer.

How can I see if there are tickets for my TFI Leap Card awaiting collection?

Any TaxSaver ticket renewals, or tickets bought online but not yet loaded onto your TFI Leap Card, can be viewed from the Card Overview screen of your LeapCard.ie account.

How can I see if travel credit top-ups for my TFI Leap Card are awaiting collection?

Any travel credit top-ups that have not yet been collected & loaded onto your TFI Leap Card, can be viewed from the Card Overview screen of your LeapCard.ie account.

How do I load new tickets onto my existing TaxSaver TFI Leap Card?

If you order a new ticket for your TaxSaver TFI Leap Card, you need to load it onto your card prior to travelling.

• If the TaxSaver ticket you ordered is for Irish Rail only , the ticket is simply loaded when you use the card at any Irish Rail Validator or Ticket Machine.
• If the TaxSaver ticket you ordered is for Luas only , the ticket is simply loaded when you use the card at any Luas Validator or Ticket Machine.
• If the TaxSaver ticket you ordered is for Dublin Bus and Go-Ahead Ireland or Bus Éireann only , you cannot load the ticket on the Bus. You can load the ticket via the Leap Top-up App if you have a NFC-enabled phone. You can also load the ticket at a Leap Card agent by asking the agent to check your balance.
• If the TaxSaver ticket you ordered is a joint ticket for Luas + Dublin Bus   and Go-Ahead Ireland you can load the ticket via the Leap Top-up App if you have a NFC-enabled phone. You can also load the ticket at a Leap Card agent , by asking the agent to check your balance.
• If the TaxSaver ticket you ordered is a joint ticket for DART/Commuter Rail + any other operator(s) , you must load the ticket at a DART/Commuter Rail Validator or Ticket Machine.

Tickets can normally be loaded onto your card towards the end of the month for the next month or year’s travel. For example, a ticket that is valid for February would normally be ready to load at the end of January. Tickets must be loaded within 1 month of purchase.

Do I still get the same tax benefits, when TaxSaver tickets are on a TFI Leap Card?

Yes, your ticket has simply been loaded onto a TFI Leap Card, so your tax benefits are unchanged.

Can I add Travel Credit to my TaxSaver TFI Leap Card?

Yes, your TaxSaver TFI Leap Card can be topped up with Travel Credit or Tickets, at over 2,000 shops nationwide, as well as at all Luas stops & DART/Commuter Rail stations. You may wish to do this if you want to travel on services where your TaxSaver ticket is not valid.

When can I load my new tax saver ticket onto my personalised TFI Leap Card?

It depends on when your employer processed your ticket order. Tickets can usually be loaded onto your card towards the end of the month for the next month/years travel. For example, a ticket that is valid for February would normally be ready to load at the end of January.

Using TFI Leap

Leap top up app, replacements and refunds, card and ticket types, leap visitor card.

• Visitor travel information

The TFI Leap Visitor Card is the most convenient public transport ticket for tourists and visitors to the Dublin area. It allows unlimited travel for your selected time period on Dublin City Bus services (Dublin Bus and Go-Ahead Ireland), Luas, DART, and Commuter Rail.

Use the TFI Live App to plan your journey throughout Ireland across the TFI network.

For more information on the TFI Leap Visitor Card, visit the Leap Card website at https://about.leapcard.ie/leap-visitor-card .

Transport services in Dublin

• Dublin Bus operates in the Greater Dublin Area.
• Go-Ahead Ireland operates in the suburbs of Dublin, as well as some routes to Kildare.
• Luas is Dublin’s tram service, operating two lines within Dublin (Red Line and Green Line).
• DART is a rail line that runs regularly from Malahide / Howth in North Dublin southwards through the city centre and as far as Greystones, Co. Wicklow.
• Dublin Northern Commuter service extends from Dublin’s Pearse Station via Dublin Connolly Station to Dundalk.
• Dublin Portlaoise Commuter service extends west from Dublin’s Heuston Station to stations as far to 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.
• Phoenix Park Commuter services operate from Portlaoise through the Phoenix Park Tunnel to terminate in Grand Canal Dock.
• Commercial Bus Operators run a number of services in the Greater Dublin Area.
• Cycling: Dublinbike stations are currently present in Dublin.

Transport services around Ireland

• Iarnrod Eireann Irish Rail is Ireland’s national train operator running city and commuter services in Dublin and Cork, as well as intercity services throughout Ireland.
• Bus Eireann is Ireland’s national bus operator running through town and commuter services as well as intercity services throughout Ireland.
• TFI Local Link is a local public transport services that operates in rural towns and villages throughout Ireland.
• Commercial Bus Operators have a large number of licenced private bus services operating city and intercity services through Ireland.

Some of the bigger commercial bus operators are listed below though the list is not exhaustive:

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• Cycling:   Bike Share stations are located in Cork, Limerick and Galway.
• Taxi: The National Transport Authority  license all small public service vehicles (SPSV – taxi, hackney and limousine) within the Republic of Ireland.

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Conditions of this Pass

Only non-European residents can travel with a Eurail Pass. If you’re a European resident you can travel with an  Interrail Pass .

Most high-speed and night trains require a reservation at an additional cost.  Learn more about seat reservations

1st class Passes are valid in both 1st and 2nd class coaches. 2nd class Passes are only valid in 2nd class coaches.

You need to activate your Eurail Pass within 11 months of the issue date. You can do this online using our free activation service at checkout, or once you've received your Pass at a European train station.

All standard Eurail Passes are refundable or exchangeable if they are returned unused.  Read our booking terms  and our refund & exchange policy .

• Depending on the promo conditions, promotional Eurail Passes may be non-refundable and non-exchangeable. To check if a purchased promotional pass is refundable or exchangeable, please refer to the payment confirmation. Read more
• To travel with a discounted Youth Pass, you must be aged from 12 up to and including 27 on the date you choose to start your trip.
• To travel with a discounted Senior Pass, you must be aged 60 or older on the date you choose to start your trip. 
• Children under 4 travel for free and do not need an Eurail Pass. You may be asked to sit a child under 4 on your lap during busy times.

Children aged 4 to 11 travel for free with a Child Pass. A child must be accompanied at all times by at least one person with an Adult Pass. This doesn’t have to be a family member and can be anyone over 18.

• Children must be 11 or younger on the date you choose to start your trip. 
• Up to 2 children can travel with 1 adult. For example, when 2 adults are travelling, they can take 4 children with them. If more than 2 children are travelling with 1 adult, a separate Youth Pass must be purchased for each additional child.

Children under 12 travel in the same travel class as the accompanying adult.

Travellers aged 12 to 27 can travel with a Youth Pass.

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Want to see more of Europe than just 1 country? A Global Pass can take you to  over 30,000 destinations  across Europe. It's flexible, so you can decide on the day where you want to go. Or plan out your trip completely, it's all up to you!

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Europe’s extensive rail network connects all of Europe’s top destinations from world-famous capitals to charming off-the-beaten-track towns. Choose the type of train that best fits your plans, and travel where you want by day or night.

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TravelPass lets you take your talk, text and data with you to 210+ countries and destinations for a set daily fee. For more information about using your device internationally, visit our Trip Planner .

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What is travelpass.

TravelPass lets you use your domestic talk, text and data* in 210+ countries and destinations outside the US for a set daily fee. Calling within the country you're visiting and back to the US are both included with this plan. *High speed data applies for the first 2 GB/day with 3G speeds thereafter. If more than 50% of your talk, text or data usage in a 60-day period is in Canada or Mexico, use of those services in those countries may be removed or limited.

How will I be charged for TravelPass?

You're only charged on days you use your device in a TravelPass country :

• $5/day in Mexico and Canada. Remember, calling, texting and data use in Mexico and Canada are included at no extra cost in our Unlimited mobile plans.
• $10/day in other TravelPass countries.
• If you travel to 2 countries within a single 24-hour session or have a layover in a different country on your way to your final destination, you're still only charged for the first session.
• There's no charge when you're in the US.

What will I be charged if I call another country other than the one I'm visiting or the US?

You will be charged as per your International Long Distance plan. If you do not have one, you will be charged international long distance pay per minute rates.

How does TravelPass work?

After you add TravelPass to your line:

• A 24-hour TravelPass session starts automatically when you use your device in a TravelPass country (e.g., make or answer a phone call, send a text or use data).
• You must turn on cellular data or data roaming when you go to the TravelPass country to use Travel Pass.
• App content refreshing (e.g., Weather apps, Fitness Tracker, etc.)
• Syncing (e.g., with email)
• Device or app software updates
• 2 hours after the session starts we send you a text letting you know when your 24-hour TravelPass session ends. Using your device after that time will start a new session.

Which countries can I call with TravelPass?

With TravelPass, you can call within the country you're visiting and you can call back to the US. If you want to call a different country, add an International Long Distance Plan to your line in My Verizon website or the My Verizon app. If you don't add an international long distance plan you'll be charged international long distance pay per minute rates for these calls.

Can I use Wi-Fi calling with TravelPass?

Wi-Fi calling isn't included with TravelPass. Wi-Fi calling to a country other than the US is charged international long distance rates regardless of whether or not you have an international travel plan.

How do I add TravelPass to my line?

You can add TravelPass to your line by:

• Visiting the Trip Planner in My Verizon.
• Texting the word Travel to 4004.
• For TravelPass to work, you must turn on cellular data or data roaming when you go to the TravelPass country.

Do I have to opt in every day to use TravelPass?

No, you don't need to opt in every day. Add TravelPass once and it stays on your line so you're all set for your next trip. You're only charged for the days that you use your device in a TravelPass country . There's no charge when you're in the US.

How do I get more high speed data once I've reached my limit?

TravelPass gives you high-speed data for the first 2 GB/day. After that, you'll have unlimited data at 3G speeds for the remainder of your TravelPass session. To get more high speed data after you use the daily 2 GB:

• This additional data costs $5 in Mexico and Canada, $10 in all other TravelPass countries.
• Reply speed to get the added high speed data.

You can buy additional 2 GB of high speed data multiple times during a single 24-hour session. Note: Additional high speed data sessions are not available in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Burkina Faso, Bangladesh, Cyprus, Faroe Islands, Gabon, Georgia, Gibraltar, Greenland, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Monaco, Mongolia, Mozambique, Pakistan, French Polynesia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan.

How do I get TravelPass days on us?

You get TravelPass days on us when you have:

• 5G Get More*, 5G Do More* – Get a TravelPass day each month.
• Verizon Visa Card – You get 2 TravelPass days per calendar year if you apply and are approved for the Verizon Visa Card.

*No longer available to add to your account.

Can I see how many TravelPass days I have?

All of your TravelPass days are stored in your TravelPass bank. To view your TravelPass bank:

• In the My Verizon app, tap the Menu icon in the top left corner of the screen.
• Tap Verizon Up .
• Scroll down to Manage your TravelPass days.

You’ll see the number of TravelPass days you have. You can tap Manage to see the expiration dates of each of your TravelPass days and/or transfer* them to another eligible line on your account. *TravelPass days earned with 5G Get More or 5G Do More phone plans can't be transferred to other lines.

How do I use my TravelPass days?

The TravelPass days assigned to your line are automatically used when you have TravelPass active on your line and travel outside the US to a TravelPass country. When you arrive at your international destination, you receive a text message telling you how many TravelPass days you have. Once all your TravelPass days are used, the normal TravelPass daily fee will be applied. Note: TravelPass days aren't eligible for use on cruise ships .

Can I transfer my TravelPass days to another line on my account?

TravelPass days you get through the Verizon Visa Card can be transferred to another eligible line on the account. The Account Owner or Account Manager can make the transfer through the My Verizon app:

• Go to your TravelPass bank in the My Verizon app.
• Tap Manage .
• Tap Reassign next to the TravelPass day you want to transfer to another line.
• Select the eligible line you want to reassign the TravelPass day to.

The TravelPass day is now assigned to that line. Note:

• TravelPass days you receive from your Verizon Visa Card won't automatically be assigned. You can view them and assign them on the Use Rewards tab of the Verizon Up screen in the My Verizon app.
• TravelPass days earned with 5G Get More* or 5G Do More* phone plans can't be transferred to other lines.

Do my TravelPass days expire?

Here's when your TravelPass days expire:

• Verizon Visa Card: TravelPass days expire at the end of the calendar year.
• 5G Get More* and 5G Do More* TravelPass days expire 12 months after you receive them.

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The easiest and quickest way to purchase tickets is to download the free mlink mobile ticketing app. mlink is also a contactless method that limits contact between our staff and passengers..

Pre-paid tickets and travel cards are available online or on the mLink ticketing app. If buying on board please use contactless when possible.

You can also pay as you go by paying on board bus services, at stations or from train conductors (when no Translink employee is available at train station). Tickets can also be purchased at ticket vending machines before you board for Glider services. This will normally be the standard fare although some special offer discounts are available. 

We have a range of pre-pay travel cards designed to save you money and offer convenience. Many of the travel cards are available to buy online and offer significant cost savings on the standard fare.

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Available on train services – unlimited travel on any 3 days out of 7 between two chosen rail stations within Northern Ireland. Available to purchase on the mLink app, ideal if you want the flexibility to travel any 3 days of the week. The 7 day expiry is set when the 1st day of travel is activated.

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We try to offer the best value for our customers. Travel cards are great for saving money and time.

Day, Weekly and Monthly Travel Card -  Buy a daily, weekly or monthly travel card to save on Metro, Glider and Ulsterbus Town services.  Find Out More about Day, Weekly and Monthly travel card

Multi Journey - Smartlink  You can pre-purchase up to 40 pre loaded journeys for all bus services and save on every journey.  Find out more about multi journey travel cards

yLink   If you are lucky enough to be between 16-23 apply for a FREE Ylink card and you can enjoy a massive 50% off travel on all bus and rail services within Northern Ireland.  Find Out More about yLink

Under 16 Digital Travelcard   Translink is working with digital ID experts Yoti to introduce a free digital travelcard for school students aged 13 and over. Learn more about the Under 16 Digital Travelcard

iLink   Available to buy online, our integrated ilink travel cards offer fantastic value for money with unlimited day, weekly and monthly bus and rail travel within specified zones across Northern Ireland.  Find Out More about iLink

aLink    The alink is an annual travel card available for your selected scheduled bus or rail commute and gives you FREE, unlimited use of scheduled bus and train services at weekends.  Find Out More about annual travel cards

24+    Like it says on the tin! Discounted rail travel for aged 24+. (if you're a full time student!) - 1/3 off! From 01 September 2020 until further notice you can get a free 24+ Student Railcard!  Find Out More about 24 plus travel

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Concession     Half Fare and free travel concession passes available for eligible users includes, 60+ and Senior SmartPasses.  Find out more about concession passes  

Smart cards are available to buy online. Please allow 72 hours for postal products. You may want to check out our  mLink ticketing app  for mobile tickets.

Travel cards not for you? Paying on board or in station might be the more convenient way for you to travel. Check out our special offers  as promotional discounts are often available.

Paying on board for bus travel is cash for most services. 

Using Glider services - you need to buy your ticket before you board at the ticket vending machine (TVM). TVM's are at every Glider halt and you can pay by cash or card.

Insufficient Change

You will be given a card if you have tendered a large banknote and the bus driver has insufficient change available. Translink bus drivers have been instructed to adhere to the following Company procedure:

The driver has issued you with a valid ticket for your journey and collected the banknote.

If the driver acquires change along the route you will receive your change before disembarking, if not the driver will obtain the correct change at the bus station.

If you are not travelling to a bus station where change can be obtained, please provide the driver with your name and details of where you would like to collect your change (Metro passengers can collect at Metro Short Strand Depot or at a chosen Metro location).

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