The Liffey
River Liffey
The River Liffey seperates the southside and the northside of Dublin City.
Courtesy of Dept. of Environment, Heritage and Local GovernmentRiver Liffey
Courtesy of Dept. of Environment, Heritage and Local Government
Courtesy of Dept. of Environment, Heritage and Local Government
River Liffey
The River Liffey seperates the southside and the northside of Dublin City.
Courtesy of Dept. of Environment, Heritage and Local Government
Liffey Swim
Photograph of the Liffey Swim: swimmers emerging from under O'Connell Bridge.
By kind permission of Brian MongeyLiffey Swim
By kind permission of Brian Mongey
By kind permission of Brian Mongey
Liffey Swim
Photograph of the Liffey Swim: swimmers emerging from under O'Connell Bridge.
By kind permission of Brian MongeyThe Liffey is the main river in the city of Dublin. It is roughly 125 kilometres long and rises near Kippure in the Wicklow Mountains.
It passes through Newbridge, Clane, Celbridge, Leixlip and Lucan before entering the sea at Dublin Bay.
In Dublin City, the river has been used for many centuries for trade. For example, cargo ships like the Lady Patricia and Miranda Guinness were used to export Guinness from the nearby St. James's brewery.
The Liffey is also host to the Liffey Swim. This is an annual swimming competition which has taken place since 1920. Competitors swim a distance of 1.5 miles, starting beside the Civic Offices and finishing at the Custom House.
Trains
Dublin Transport Plan 1922
This map shows the Tram System and Motor Bus Routes for Dublin City and its suburbs in 1922. There are far more bus routes available to commuters today.
Dublin Transport Plan 1922
Dublin Transport Plan 1922
This map shows the Tram System and Motor Bus Routes for Dublin City and its suburbs in 1922. There are far more bus routes available to commuters today.
Dart
DART stands for Dublin Area Rapid Transit, which offers faster transport than buses and trams for people in the Co. Dublin area.
Dart
Dart
DART stands for Dublin Area Rapid Transit, which offers faster transport than buses and trams for people in the Co. Dublin area.
As with any capital city, transport is vital to the smooth running of Dublin. It's very important that travellers can get to and from the city in the easiest manner possible, whether it's by train, tram or bus.
Dublin is served by two main railway stations. Heuston is mainly responsible for those travelling from the south and west of the country, while Connolly Station is for those travelling from the north and the east.
Dublin's main suburban train service is called the DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transit). It provides a regular supply of trains along Dublin's coastline from Bray to Howth. Some DARTs even go as far as Greystones in North Wicklow.
Luas
Luas
The Red Line of The Luas travels from Dublin's City Centre to Tallaght in Dublin 24.
Luas
Luas
The Red Line of The Luas travels from Dublin's City Centre to Tallaght in Dublin 24.
The Luas is another popular mode of transport for Dublin City commuters. There are two main Luas lines; The Green Line serves 13 stops on the way from St. Stephen's Green to Sandyford. The Red Line has 23 stops from Connolly Station out to Tallaght.
Both Luas lines are mainly for those living on the southside of Dublin City but there are plans to extend the service to other parts of Dublin. It is estimated that around 80,000 people use the Luas on a daily basis.
Dublin Bus
Dublin Bus
A picture of a Dublin bus. Buses in Dublin can travel in special designated lanes called Quality Bus Corridors. This helps them to avoid getting stuck in traffic.
Courtesy of www.irishbuses.comDublin Bus
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Courtesy of www.irishbuses.com
Dublin Bus
A picture of a Dublin bus. Buses in Dublin can travel in special designated lanes called Quality Bus Corridors. This helps them to avoid getting stuck in traffic.
Courtesy of www.irishbuses.comDublin City commuters can also avail of an efficient service from Dublin Bus. There are almost 200 bus routes, which serve the greater Dublin area. Many of these routes take advantage of the Quality Bus Corridor.
Quality Bus Corridors were introduced to reduce travel times for buses into town, thereby hopefully convincing commuters to take the bus instead of driving. This, in turn, would reduce traffic congestion.
Commuters from outside Dublin are served by amongst others, Bus Éireann. Most towns from around Ireland have a regular bus service which brings them into the Busáras Bus Depot in the centre of Dublin.