25–35 minutes from DUB to the quays on Dublin Express 782
Dublin Express 782 is a coach route linking Dublin Airport’s T1/T2 with the north quays and Heuston direction in around 25–35 minutes, traffic depending. Coaches stop outside both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, so you don’t need to change buildings after landing. It runs into the city via the Port Tunnel, which usually keeps it quicker than city buses that crawl through Drumcondra.
The 782 normally runs from early morning to late evening, with headways often around 15–30 minutes during the day. Tickets usually sit in the mid‑single to low‑double euro range per adult, cheaper than the €30–40 you’ll often see on a taxi to Heuston in peak traffic. You can buy tickets online in advance or from the driver, but online usually locks in the lower price on busy days.
Key stops in town include Custom House Quay, North Wall Quay, and Heuston-adjacent stops on the 782 pattern, so check the current stop list before you commit. If your hotel is near the quays between the IFSC and Heuston Station, this route often drops you within a 5–10 minute walk. The same coach also serves intermediate stops, so you’re not stuck with a single city-centre drop-off.
For luggage, the 782 uses full-size coaches with underfloor bays plus overhead racks, suitable for large checked bags and 7–10 kg carry-ons. Boarding at T1 and T2 is step-free from the footpath to the coach door, but you’ll still need to lift your own bag into the luggage hold. Seats are standard intercity style with enough legroom for a 6-foot passenger on the 25–35 minute airport–quays run.
How to ride Dublin Express 782 from the airport
- 1. After exiting arrivals in T1 or T2, follow signs for “Buses / Coaches” to the main coach stands outside your terminal.
- 2. Look for the Dublin Express-branded bays and check the digital display for route 782 specifically, not just the company name.
- 3. Buy a ticket on your phone from the Dublin Express website/app or from the driver; expect a fare in the mid‑single to low‑double euro range.
- 4. Stow large suitcases in the underfloor luggage hold, then grab a seat; keep your passport and valuables in a small bag with you.
- 5. Get off at your planned stop along the quays or near Heuston, then walk or connect to local Dublin Bus or Luas; allow 5–15 minutes on foot from most 782 stops to nearby hotels.
One tip: grab the earliest 782 you can after landing; missing one can add a 15–30 minute wait, which matters if you’re catching a train from Heuston.