Getting around in Ireland

Overview Document This page has information on how to get around when you return to Ireland, including public transport services, taxis, car rental, driving licences, accessible travel and more.

Getting motor insurance when you return to Ireland
Information on buying car insurance after you return to Ireland, how to use your claims free driving experience from abroad and what to do if you are refused insurance cover.

Foreign driving licences in Ireland
How to exchange a driving licence issued in another country for an Irish driving licence, including information on the fees and a list of recognised exchange countries.
This document is in: Driver licensing

Taxsaver Commuter Ticket Scheme
The TaxSaver Commuter Ticket Scheme, which involves employers providing employees with bus and rail commuter tickets, allows employees to benefit from reduced tax, PRSI and USC payments and for employers to benefit from reduced PRSI payments.
This document is in: Public transport

Bus services
Public bus transport services offer services on a wide range of routes throughout the country.
This document is in: Public transport

Rail services
Public transport rail services are operated by Iarnrod Eireann, a State company. Information about services, routes, fares and accessibility.
This document is in: Public transport

Luas tram system
Information on the Luas Light Rail Transit system.
This document is in: Public transport

Steps to learning to drive
A step by step guide to learning to drive, from passing your theory test to getting your full driving licence.
This document is in: Driver licensing