The cheapest and fastest buses from Dublin to Swinford
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
3 h 9 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dublin to Swinford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Swinford will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 5 buses that leave Dublin for Swinford on Wed, Feb 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 191 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 9 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 3 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Live departures
Dublin to Swinford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Swinford buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:14 PM Dublin | 3h15 | 7:29 PM Swinford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:44 PM Dublin | 3h16 | 10:00 PM Swinford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
![]() | 7:00 AM Dublin | 3h57 | 10:57 AM Swinford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Dublin | 3h51 | 1:51 PM Swinford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:17 PM Dublin | 3h09 | 4:26 PM Swinford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dublin to Swinford
Buses from Dublin to Swinford run on average 30 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 191 km distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 191 km |
Average bus duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 30 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 3h 16m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: European Sleeper, Bus Éireann from Dublin to SwinfordYou can travel by bus between Dublin to Swinford with European Sleeper, Bus Éireann for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dublin to Swinford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Swinford by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Swinford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- European Sleeper
- Pram/stroller access and dedicated wheelchair accessibility are available.
- European Sleeper
- The cancellation policy depends on the type of ticket chosen.
- European Sleeper
- One piece of baggage and one piece of hand luggage are allowed.
- European Sleeper
- For medium-sized dogs, an additional ticket is required.
- European Sleeper
- Small pets are allowed in carriers, and dogs must be muzzled and leashed
- guide dogs are allowed for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dublin to Swinford
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area, Zone 20.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 16, 41, 700
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 11, 16, 41 Train: DART Tram: Luas Red
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