About Roads Ireland

We simplify travel across Ireland — from choosing the right Leap/Travel card to planning bus and commuter journeys. Our guides, route maps and fare tools help locals and visitors get around smarter.

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Our mission

Roads Ireland exists to make public transport in Ireland accessible, affordable and easy to navigate. We research fares, timetables and card options to provide clear, actionable advice for commuters and tourists.

Clarity

Simple explanations of Leap and travel card rules, top-up options and fare zones.

Planning

Recommended bus routes, transfers and travel time estimates for daily commutes.

Value

Tips on saving with weekly / monthly passes and concession options where available.

What we do

Route guides

Step-by-step journey plans for major corridors: Dublin — Cork, commuter belts and suburban networks.

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Card & fare help

Learn what a Leap card does, where to top up, and which tickets save you the most on regular trips.

Fare calculators & passes →

Leap & Travel cards — quick comparison

Card	Best for	Top-up	Notes
Leap Card	Daily commuters & multiple operators	Online / Retail / Machines	Capable across buses, Luas, DART with reduced fares
Paper Travel Ticket	Occasional tourists	Onboard / Station	Limited transfer benefits, single trips
Weekly / Monthly Pass	High-frequency commuters	Local operators	Often the best value for daily travel

Key routes we cover

We maintain curated guides for major urban and regional routes, including schedules and best transfer points.

Dublin city & suburbs

Detailed bus corridors, Luas interchange tips and DART connections.

Intercity buses

Comfort vs cost comparisons for long-distance coaches and rail alternatives.

Commuter belts

Smart pass options for daily commuters outside Dublin.

Frequently asked questions

Top-up online via operator websites, at ticket machines, retail agents or on some bus services. Always check your operator's accepted top-up methods.

Yes. Leap cards are accepted across most major bus operators, Luas and DART services, but some local carriers may have their own ticketing—check our route pages for details.

Concession eligibility varies by operator and card type. We list common concession schemes and how to apply on our fare pages.

Meet the team

Aoife Kelly — Head of Content

Aoife coordinates route research and keeps our fare guides up to date. Lover of precise timetables and reliable transfers.

Partners & resources

We collaborate with local operators and transport authorities to ensure information accuracy.

Still have questions?

Our team can advise on the best card and walk you through routes for your trip.

Contact our support Privacy & policies Call + (353) 86 172-94-05