LUAS
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Luas (translated into english means speed) is a state of the art Light Rail transport system in Dublin that provides an attractive and unique alternative to the private car. The LUAS began operating in April 2004. Systems similar to Luas are popular worldwide and it appears to be the obvious choice for a dynamic capital city like Dublin, connecting suburbs to the city centre with a high capacity and high frequency transport service. The Luas provides passengers with a high-capacity service that is fast, frequent and reliable. There are convenient stop locations, excellent levels of comfort, safety and accessibility. Luas is an environmentally friendly system.
Contact the Luas Customer Care Freefone on 1800 300 604
LUAS runs on two tramlines:
The
Green
Line: connecting Sandyford to St Stephens Green, approximately 22 minutes total journey time.
The
Red
Line: connecting Tallaght to Connolly, approximately 48 minutes total journey time.
LUAS Trams
Twenty-six 30-metre trams carrying up to 256 people serve the Red Line and fourteen 40- metre trams carrying up to 358 people operate on the Green Line, both with a maximum speed of 70 kph. There is a 5-minute interval between each tram at peak times and up to 15 minutes during off peak times. Trams run from 5.30 a.m. to 0.30am, Monday to Friday, 6.30am to 0.30am on Saturday and from 7am to 11.30pm (12.30am for Bank Holidays) on Sunday.
Links and Resources
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LUAS Route and Map
The Red Line and Green Line do not connect. Tickets bought for a journey starting on one line and finishing on the other are valid for the whole journey. more » -
LUAS Timetable
Link for Red Line (Tallaght to Connolly) or Green Line (St Stephens Green to Sandyford) timetable and frequency information. more » -
LUAS Commuter Tickets
All stops have ticket machines that accept coins, notes and credit cards. It is simple to purchase your ticket, just follow the instructions displayed on the machine. Tickets can also be bought at locations close to many Luas stops. more » -
LUAS - Homepage
Luas connects you to Dublin city centre with a high capacity, high frequency, high speed service. There are convenient stop locations and excellent levels of comfort with easy access at all stops. more »
