Planes, trains and automobiles

AIRPORTS

Dublin (01) 8444900

Shannon (061) 415556

Cork (021) 274331

Located north of the city, a cab ride from the airport to the city centre will cost approx IR£15. Be sure to use only those with the yellow TAXI sign on the roof

Public transport to the city; Bus 41D to Eden Quay runs approx every 20 minutes: fare IR£1.10 or the express coach to central bus station, every 30 minutes and the fare is IEP 2.50

AIRLINES

Aer Lingus (01) 8444777

Air France (01) 778272

American Airlines (01) 765411

British Airways (01) 6790222

British Midland (01)2839222

Japan Airlines (01) 2859546

Lufthansa (01) 7044756

Ryan Air (01) 8444411

Singapore (01) 710722

Virgin Airlines (01) 733388

FLYING TIMES

Dublin-London 1 hour 10 mins

Dublin-Paris 1 hour 35 mins

Dublin-New York 7 hrs 45 mins

Dublin-LA 12 hours

Dublin-Sydney 22 hours

Dublin - Tokyo 13 hours

CAR RENTAL

Avis (01) 776971

Budget (01) 8420793

Hertz (01) 767476

TAXIS

City cabs 727272

Taxi-Link 777777

Capitol Cabs 908888

Taxis are easy to find in Dublin, either from one of many ranks or by hailing one in the street. If you are planning a journey outside the centre, it is advisable to arrange with the driver a return trip.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

CIE provides an extensive network throughout Dublin, which is taken over by Bus Eireann Nationwide. Tel: (01) 8734222. Larnrod Eireann (Irish Rail) also provide national links. Tel: (01) 366222

Fares are relatively cheap, but service is not so reliable and at times there are very long delays. If time is of the essence, it is best to book a taxi, despite the extra expense.