New fare zones for Dublin public transport

A new fare system is in place for public transport in and around Dublin.

Since 16 June 2025, Dublin bus commuter services are included in the new zonal ticketing system. The zonal changes to Dublin train, DART and Luas services came into effect from 28 April 2025.

What are the zones?

The zone-based system extends about 50km from Dublin city centre:

• 📍 Zone 1 covers Dublin city centre and the suburbs, including areas like Howth, Bray, Maynooth, and Hazelhatch.
• 📍 Zone 2 includes places like Gormanston, Skerries, Kilcock, Sallins and Naas, Greystones, and Kilcoole.
• 📍 Zone 3 covers areas including Drogheda, Enfield, Newbridge, and Wicklow Town.
• 📍 Zone 4 is the furthest away and includes areas like Kildare Town and Rathdrum.

Check the map below to see which zone your destination falls into.

Some fares have changed, depending on the zone.

Find more about the new fare zones and how they will work when using the:

• 🚉 Train and DART
• 🚍 Bus
• 🚈 Luas tram system