How to get from Dcu to Rathmines by bus?

From Dcu to Rathmines by bus

To get from Dcu to Rathmines in Dublin, take the E2 bus from Dcu Ballymun Road station to D'Olier Street station. Next, take the 80 bus from Ashfield House station to Military Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is €2.00. The bus schedule from Dcu may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Rathmines on the Moovit app.

38min€2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - E2E2
Bus - 8080
Walk to Rathmines
Leaves from Dcu Ballymun Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dcu Ballymun Road
    ID 37
    90 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - E2E2
    Wait for bus
    E2
    Dun Laoghaire
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    D'Olier Street
    ID 334
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ashfield House
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8080
    Wait for bus
    80
    Palmerston Park
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Military Road
    ID 1019
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to Rathmines
    Walk to
    Rathmines
    Rathmines Road Lower
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Dcu to Rathmines by bus via E2 and 82

To get from Dcu to Rathmines in Dublin, take the E2 bus from Dcu Ballymun Road station to Stephen's Green East station. Next, take the 82 bus from Saint Stephen's Green East station to Military Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is €2.00. The bus schedule from Dcu may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Rathmines on the Moovit app.

42min€2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - E2E2
Bus - 8282
Walk to Rathmines
Leaves from Dcu Ballymun Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dcu Ballymun Road
    ID 37
    90 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - E2E2
    Wait for bus
    E2
    Dun Laoghaire
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stephen's Green East
    ID 842
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saint Stephen's Green East
    ID 843
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8282
    Wait for bus
    82
    Kiltipper Way
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Military Road
    ID 1019
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to Rathmines
    Walk to
    Rathmines
    Rathmines Road Lower
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dcu to Rathmines

The distance between Dcu, Dublin and Rathmines, Dublin is approximately 8.32 km, which can typically be travelled in 38 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dcu to Rathmines by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Dublin – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Dcu to Rathmines

To check the bus schedule from Dcu to Rathmines using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Dcu) and destination (Rathmines), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Dcu to Rathmines by bus via E2 and 82

To get from Dcu to Rathmines in Dublin, take the E2 bus from Dcu Ballymun Road station to Stephen's Green East station. Next, take the 82 bus from Saint Stephen's Green East station to Military Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is €2.00. The bus schedule from Dcu may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Rathmines on the Moovit app.

42min€2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - E2E2
Bus - 8282
Walk to Rathmines
Leaves from Dcu Ballymun Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dcu Ballymun Road
    ID 37
    90 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - E2E2
    Wait for bus
    E2
    Dun Laoghaire
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stephen's Green East
    ID 842
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Saint Stephen's Green East
    ID 843
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8282
    Wait for bus
    82
    Kiltipper Way
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Military Road
    ID 1019
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to Rathmines
    Walk to
    Rathmines
    Rathmines Road Lower
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dcu to Rathmines?

    The fastest way takes 38 minutes, using Bus line E2, Bus line 80.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Dcu to Rathmines?

    The alternative route takes 42 minutes, using Bus line E2, Bus line 82.

  • Is there a direct bus between Dcu and Rathmines in Dublin?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dcu to Rathmines in Dublin?

    The E2 bus line goes from Dcu Ballymun Road station near Dcu to Dun Laoghaire station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Dun Laoghaire station near Rathmines in Dublin.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dcu to Rathmines in Dublin by bus?

    The total travel time between Dcu and Rathmines in Dublin by bus is about 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Dcu to get to Rathmines in Dublin?

    Get on the E2 bus from the Dcu Ballymun Road stop near Dcu in Dublin.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Dcu and Rathmines in Dublin?

    Get off the bus at the Dun Laoghaire stop, which is closest to Rathmines in Dublin.

  • When is the last bus from Dcu to Rathmines in Dublin?

    The last bus from Dcu to Rathmines in Dublin is the Dun Laoghaire Stn - Harristown Depot line. It leaves the Dcu Ballymun Road stop at 4:19 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Dcu to Rathmines?

    The ride from Dcu to Rathmines costs €2.00.

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