Dublin is a well-connected cruise port located just a few kilometers from the vibrant city center. Large cruise ships usually dock at Alexandra Basin (Alexandra Quay), while smaller ships occasionally use Sir John Rogerson's Quay closer to the center. Since leaving the industrial port area on foot is often not permitted, cruise lines or the port itself generally provide shuttle buses to the city center. For "tender" embarkations, the port of Dún Laoghaire is often used, which is located south of Dublin and requires further transfer options.

Car

The Port of Dublin is excellently connected to the national road network thanks to its central location. Arrival is convenient via East Wall Road, North Wall Quay, or the Thomas Clarke Bridge. The Dublin Tunnel also provides a fast connection to the M50 and M1 motorways, which are the main arteries for travel to the north and south of the country. Short-term and long-term parking spaces are available directly at Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Short-term parking costs €2.00 per hour (minimum €1.00), while long-term parking is attractive at €9.00 per day or €50.00 per week. Booking the parking space online, which is managed by APCOA, is advisable and is done using the vehicle's license plate. Some hotels in Dublin also offer special Park & Cruise packages that include an overnight stay and transfer to the port.

Train

Dublin Connolly Station is a central transport hub and only about 3 kilometers from the cruise port. From there, you can easily reach the terminal by taxi in about 5 minutes, with costs between €10 and €13. Alternatively, bus lines such as the 151 run from Sean O'Casey Bridge (near Connolly Station) to Merchants Road in just about 5 minutes for €3. The Dublin Bus Route 53 also offers connections from the city center to the port. Please note that the Luas Red Line (tram) between Connolly Station and The Point is currently temporarily suspended due to damage to the track section; however, a replacement bus service has been established. The "The Point" stop is otherwise located directly opposite the entrance to the port.

Airplane

Dublin Airport (DUB) is conveniently located about 10 to 13 kilometers north of the port and the city center. For arrivals from the DACH region, the airport is ideally connected. Numerous transfer options ensure a quick journey to the ship: Dublin Express offers direct bus connections from Terminal 2 to 3Arena Point Village & Ringsend (near the port) in just 15 to 18 minutes, costing between €1 and €12. The Airlink 747 express bus also connects Terminals 1 and 2 with the cruise port in around 25 minutes. Taxis are available at the airport and will take you to the port in about 11 to 12 minutes for €22 to €28. For a relaxed start to your cruise, especially after a long-haul flight, an overnight stay in one of the numerous hotels in Dublin the day before embarkation is recommended. Many central hotels offer excellent connections to the port.

Check-in & Embarkation

Please note that you will generally receive a fixed time slot for check-in with your travel documents, which is binding for your embarkation. Plan sufficient time for your journey to the port accordingly and take into account that the latest embarkation time - depending on the cruise line and destination - is usually scheduled about one hour before the planned departure.

The same applies during the journey: for shore excursions, you should be back on board at least one hour before departure. Always pay attention to the current announcements and the notices on board, as docking and departure times can change at short notice.