How to get from Sandyford to Rathmines by light rail?

From Sandyford to Rathmines by light rail

Take one direct light rail from Sandyford to Rathmines in Dublin: take the GREEN light rail from Sandyford station to Ranelagh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 26 min. The ride fare is €2.00. The light rail schedule from Sandyford may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Rathmines on the Moovit app.

26min€2.00
Light Rail - GREENGREEN
Walk to Rathmines
Leaves from Sandyford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from light rail station
    Start from light rail station
    Sandyford
  • 2
    Light Rail - GREEN
    Wait for light rail
    GREEN
    Broombridge
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Ranelagh
    ID 998027
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to Rathmines
    Walk to
    Rathmines
    Rathmines Road Lower
    710 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Sandyford to Rathmines by bus

To get from Sandyford to Rathmines in Dublin, take the S8 bus from Sandyford Luas station to St Colmcille's Way station. Next, take the 15 bus from St Colmcille's Way station to Cathal Brugha Barracks station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is €2.00. The light rail schedule from Sandyford may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Rathmines on the Moovit app.

52min€2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - S8S8
Bus - 1515
Walk to Rathmines
Leaves from Sandyford Luas

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sandyford Luas
    ID 5142
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - S8S8
    Wait for bus
    S8
    Kingswood Avenue
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St Colmcille's Way
    ID 4869
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Colmcille's Way
    ID 4887
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Clongriffin
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cathal Brugha Barracks
    ID 1071
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Rathmines
    Walk to
    Rathmines
    Rathmines Road Lower
    80 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Sandyford to Rathmines

The distance between Sandyford, Dublin and Rathmines, Dublin is approximately 7.85 km, which can typically be travelled in 26 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sandyford to Rathmines by light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Dublin – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail schedule from Sandyford to Rathmines

To check the light rail schedule from Sandyford to Rathmines using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Sandyford) and destination (Rathmines), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available light rail routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each light rail, 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 light rail schedules.

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From Sandyford to Rathmines by bus

To get from Sandyford to Rathmines in Dublin, take the S8 bus from Sandyford Luas station to St Colmcille's Way station. Next, take the 15 bus from St Colmcille's Way station to Cathal Brugha Barracks station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is €2.00. The light rail schedule from Sandyford may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Rathmines on the Moovit app.

52min€2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - S8S8
Bus - 1515
Walk to Rathmines
Leaves from Sandyford Luas

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sandyford Luas
    ID 5142
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - S8S8
    Wait for bus
    S8
    Kingswood Avenue
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St Colmcille's Way
    ID 4869
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Colmcille's Way
    ID 4887
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Clongriffin
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cathal Brugha Barracks
    ID 1071
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Rathmines
    Walk to
    Rathmines
    Rathmines Road Lower
    80 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 26 minutes, using Light Rail line GREEN.

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

    The alternative route takes 52 minutes, using Bus line S8, Bus line 15.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Sandyford and Rathmines?

    Yes, there’s a direct light rail going from Sandyford in Stillorgan to Rathmines in Dublin in 26 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Sandyford to Rathmines?

    The GREEN light rail line goes from Broombridge station near Sandyford in Stillorgan to Ranelagh station near Rathmines in Dublin.

  • How long does it take to travel from Sandyford to Rathmines by light rail?

    The total travel time between Sandyford in Stillorgan and Rathmines in Dublin by light rail is about 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Sandyford to get to Rathmines?

    Get on the GREEN light rail from the Broombridge station near Sandyford in Stillorgan.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Sandyford and Rathmines?

    Get off the light rail at the Ranelagh station, which is closest to Rathmines in Dublin.

  • When is the last bus from Sandyford to Rathmines?

    The last bus from Sandyford in Stillorgan to Rathmines in Dublin is the Dun Laoghaire Stn - Harristown Depot line. It leaves the Brewery Road stop at 4:24 AM.

  • How much is the light rail fare from Sandyford to Rathmines?

    The ride from Sandyford to Rathmines costs €2.00.

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