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How to Travel from Dublin to Paris by Train, Bus, Car, and Plane

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Dublin is the capital of Ireland and Paris is the capital of France. Both cities are devastatingly charming in their own way: Dublin, with its brick alleyways and cozy corner pubs, and Paris, with its romantic cafes and world-famous art. The two are about 500 miles apart and between those 500 miles are two bodies of water, the Irish Sea and the English Channel. This makes ground travel a bit tricky; however, driving from one city to the other can, indeed, be done.

A ferry is needed to cross the Irish Sea and as for the English Channel, there are railways and bus routes that span it no problem. The train is perfect for taking in the sights (lush hills and miles of coastline) and making pit stops at all the major landmarks along the way—it's easier on the budget, too—but even still, with the time it takes to cover the distance, the fastest and most convenient travel is flying.

How to Get From Dublin to Paris

• Plane: 1 hour, 30 minutes, starting at $33
• Train: 10 hours, 30 minutes, starting at $200
• Bus: 21 hours, starting at $43
• Car: 21 hours, 225 miles (362 kilometers) of driving

According to Skyscanner , there are about 72 direct flights from Dublin to Paris per week and they range in price from $33 to $80 for a one-way ticket. The cheapest time to fly this route is in February and the most expensive is in October, November, and December (the typical holiday surge).

The flight takes about an hour and a half and there are nine airlines offering direct flights, including international carriers like Aer Lingus (most popular) and Air France and regional companies such as Ryanair. There are several flights daily arriving at Roissy-Charles de Gaulle Airport and Orly Airport. Flights to Beauvais Airport located on the far outskirts of Paris tend to be a cheaper option, but you'll need to plan on at least an extra hour and 15 minutes to get to the city center.

If you're arriving by plane, you'll want to survey the Paris ground transport options before arriving. These include commuter trains, taxis, airline-run coaches, and municipal buses.

Another way to get from Dublin to Paris is by a combination of ferry and train travel, but you should expect a longer trip with multiple transfers. The easiest route is to take the ferry from Dublin to Holyhead, Wales, and then continue on to London via train, where you would board the high-speed Eurostar train, which traverses the English Channel via the "Chunnel" to Paris. The London-to-Paris route on the Eurostar leaves from the St Pancras International rail station in central London and arrives at Paris Gare du Nord station .

This option is certainly not for the hurried traveler, and it most definitely isn't for the budget-conscious, either, seeing as the total of two train tickets and a ferry ticket can easily wind up being $200 or more. Flying is doubtless easier, faster, and cheaper; however, the train can be good for a leisurely stop in London if that appeals to you.

If you thought traveling by train was going to be time-consuming, then think again: Covering the miles by bus takes twice the amount of time the train does. First, travelers would board the bus in Dublin and immediately take the bus ferry over to mainland UK. The bus then drives to London, where travelers transfer to another bus that will take them to Paris, an additional eight hours.

The good news is that the bus services—the National Express, FlixBus, and Eurolines FR—depart regularly throughout the day and fares for the entire journey are pretty cheap (starting at $43). It does work out to be the cheapest if you factor in travel to and from an airport (and luggage costs, if necessary). The only bad news is that it takes about 21 hours, but hey, what better way to see the UK countryside?

While it takes just as long as riding the bus, ferrying a car to France and then driving the rest of the way will be much more comfortable and fun if you happen to be with a few road-tripping mates. First, drivers would take the car ferry all the way from Dublin to France, an 18-hour boat ride that costs between $35 and $85 per ticket (including the vehicle). After arriving in Cherbourg, France, you'd be left with a humble three-and-a half-hour-drive to Paris; however, there are a few things to consider.

Firstly, it could be difficult to find a rental car company that allows for taking the car outside of the UK entirely. Then, there's the issue of Paris traffic, which—make no mistake—can get very bad. Lastly, international travelers must keep in mind that the Irish drive on the left side of the road (thus, drivers' seats are on the right) while the French drive on the right side of the road. You might be better off sticking with a flight after all.

What to See in Paris

Rest assured that no matter how you wound up there, you'll be absolutely delighted at the splendor of this famous city. In the words of Audrey Hepburn, "Paris is always a good idea." There's a reason the celebrity crowd has flocked to the historic and artful hub for decades upon decades and it's because the place downright oozes old-world charm.

Romantics will swoon at the famous sites of the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, whereas foodies might be more intrigued by the bries, the camemberts, and the rich burgundies, made from grapes harvested from just down the road.

Art aficionados wouldn't want to miss the Louvre (a given), nor the National Museum of Modern Art (MNAM) and the Musée d'Orsay . Paris is paradise for the culture seeker; there are countless plays, operas, ballets, and dance concerts happening throughout the city on a nightly basis, too.

Paris is approximately 500 miles (805 kilometers) from Dublin.

The flight is one hour and 30 minutes long.

Factoring in the ferry ride and train change, taking to the train from Dublin to Paris can cost $200 or more.

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FERRY ROUTES

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The Cap Fréhel peninsula, Côtes-d'Armor, Brittany

Ferry to France from Ireland

Brittany Ferries offers the most convenient ferries from Ireland to France, with the widest choice of car ferry crossings. You can travel to France from two Irish ports, Cork and Rosslare, with the latter located just 2 hours and 15 minutes from Dublin.

Travel from Cork to Roscoff , or from Rosslare to Cherbourg , with direct Irish ferries to your holiday in France.

Cork to Roscoff ferries

Sail from Ireland to France on our Cork to Roscoff ferry route. There are two sailings a week aboard our flagship, Pont-Aven, and Armorique

Rosslare to Cherbourg ferries

Set sail to France this winter with our regular service to Cherbourg

Cork to Roscoff

Ferries to France

Roscoff offers easy access to all areas of Brittany and is ideal for fast travel to Pays de la Loire and the Atlantic coast

Rosslare to Cherbourg

The perfect way to get to France especially if you are heading for Normandy, Paris or Pays de la Loire.

IRELAND TO FRANCE FERRIES FAQs

Which ferry goes from ireland to france, what is the shortest ferry from ireland to france.

Our quickest route from Ireland to France is from Cork to Roscoff, taking just 14-15 hours.

How long does the ferry from Ireland to France take?

Sailings from Cork to Roscoff take 14-15 hours. The Rosslare to Cherbourg ferry takes 16.5 hours.

What is the cheapest ferry from Ireland to France?

To get the cheapest ferry price, consider our different ticket options, Early Bird, Standard or Flexi. Ferry tickets are also often cheaper outside of busy periods such as Easter or the summer holidays.

How much is a ferry to France?

Prices vary throughout the year. To get the best price, consider our different ticket options, Early Bird, Standard or Flexi. Ferry tickets are also often cheaper outside of busy periods such as Easter or the summer holidays.

Can I get a ferry from Dublin to France?

Sail from Rosslare, just 2 hours 15 mins drive from Dublin, to Cherbourg in France.

Can I take a pet on the ferry to France?

You can take your pets with you on our Cork to Roscoff and Rosslare to Cherbourg ferry routes, in a pet-friendly cabin. For dogs, we also have kennels.

Can I take food to France on the ferry?

You may take food for personal consumption on board (see official EU guidelines for more details). We also have restaurants aboard all of our ships.

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There are flights from Dublin to three Paris airports: Paris Beauvais, Paris Charles de Gaulle, or Paris Orly. Charles de Gaulle and Orly are closer (you can use a rideshare app to get into Paris for around €70 from either) and are both well-served by Paris public transport. Beauvais-Tillé is further (up to around €240 for a rideshare to central Paris), and involves more changes when travelling into the city with public transport.

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Generally good. The crew is excellent. The food could be better.

Did not find the wheelchair that supposed to assist and went to a long queue for transit security chk which was very slow and boarding desk wanted to close counter although that they knew that I am minutes away because of their mistake of not providing the wheelchair.

Boarding was smooth and on time. The seat was comfortable and the entertainment worked. Staff were gracious.

Business class in the second leg - CDG-EVN was a disaster.

I have used Air France and KLM many times it will help if they change their menu's feel like it's been the same for years!!!, Especially the breakfast. Overall the flight was good and enjoyable.

No birding was given for next trip on same carrier, food was very moderate.

We transited through Chad and what was supposed to be a 1hr 20 minutes transit time lasted over 4hrs. We didn't get regular updates until we complained. After a 10hr flight from Paris no form of refreshment given and finally arrived Abuja over 6hrs later and none of my bags came

The line at boarding was not well organized and managed

Sky priority means you get to use the KLM business Lounge.

Je n'ai pas pû incliner mon siège et une des hôtesses ne comprenait pas ce que je disais. Je devais parler fort

Bonjour, J'ai été très très fortement déçue et en colère par mon dernier vol avec Transavia. Voici ce qui s'est passé : J'avais acheté un billet avec 50 kg en soute (dont uniquement 36kg utilisés). Au moment du dépôt des valises en soute, l'hôtesse m'a demandé si je voulais également mettre mon bagage cabine en soute. J'ai dit que je préfère le garder avec moi. Arrivée à la porte d'embarquement, un responsable vérifie les dimensions du bagage cabine des passagers. Un tiers était non conforme à la réglementation (dimensions non conformes), dont moi. J'avais déjà voyagé plusieurs fois avec transavia sans jamais avoir de problème avec cette même valise en cabine, mais c'est la première fois que je suis confrontée à ce problème. La conséquence est de payer 60 €. Le nombre de passagers non conformes étant trop grand et les réclamations devant grandissantes, le responsable a détourné sciemment l'attention pour que des disaines de personnes traversent, pour n'en garder que 4-5, qui n'auront pas trop de voix et sont obligés de payer. Je ne remets pas en cause la réglementation. Mes reproches sont les suivants : 1- Pourquoi au moment de mettre le bagage en soute l'hôtesse n'a t-elle pas prévenu sur ce sujet ? Il aurait suffit d'une seule phrase. Tout ceci pour nous laisser arriver jusqu'à l'embarquement avec l'expérience que les bagages sont en général non conformes car vos dimensions sont ridiculement plus petites que la norme internationale, et nous mettre sous pression avant la fin de l'embarquement sans pouvoir parler à un responsable et n'avoir plus le choix que de payer. 2- l'attitude du responsable et sa methode corrompue de faire taire les réclamations en permettant à certains de passer 3- le fait que j'avais encore droit à 14kg en plus des 10kg de la valise cabine et j'ai du payer 60€ pour que finalement ma valise aille en soute. Tout ceci est une manière de soutirer de l'argement indignement, sous forme de réglementation. Je vous conseille d'assumer d'augmenter vos prix au lieu de les répercuter par des escroqueries pareils, au moins nous serions prévenus. Ceci est une honte et vous semblez en être fiers. Merci et bravo.

Les espacement entre les sièges sont moins confortables pour les personnes de grande taille

Being on time rather than almost 3 hours late would be a start, and also, since it was known from a long time ago that the flight would be late, letting us know ahead so we don’t stay in a small hall at the airport would have been nice

Transit through Cairo was abysmal and I will never repeat this journey !!!

Être avertie SMS/mail du retard/changements d'horaire avant les 5min du décollage initial..

There was a delay of more than an hour due to technical issues on a previous flight, can happen so I don't foult the airline for that. The crew was excellent and very friendly and boarding was pretty efficient. The seats were comfortable enough. However, if you are over 1,80m, don't expect any room for your legs, the room between the rows is extremely tight!

As there are a lot of persons for the boarding and as you open the two doors of the plane, could be ingenious to ask the persons who have the first numbers (for the seats) to enter via the front door and those you are more at the end of the plane to enter by the other door. This would avoid to have passengers who entes by the front door and have to go to the back with luggages. Crazy and waste of time.

There was delay of 2 hours and all related announcements at the gate were done in French. It is not acceptable on international flight! The sandwich that I paid €6 for, was dry, hard and impossible to eat it. This is really a shame for French airline serving such sandwich.

Cancelled while we were waiting at the airport and the flight ready for boarding because of only one Stewart missing! Unacceptable! We were proposed another flight: 5 days later! Unacceptable! We had to pay other tickets of course very expensive the same day!

Your nasty smart , The seat too tight You have to pay for everything 5h20 min Flight with no food no water nothing .I didnt take my Medicine Because I don't have no water The worst trip that I have in my life.1st time flying with Transavia its going to be the last time . I am so disappointed

Very good need to offer better choice of food for business

They should. Heck planes more often not when they are suppose to be leaving causing delays

Crew was fantastic got lovely food and plenty of water. Entertainment was good. Never had to ask for anything. Left on time and got to Seattle early. Luggage did not take long either.

Always find Aer Lingus reliable and good value for money. Food on this flight was pretty basic and the headphone Jack at my seat only worked for one ear. Little disappointed in movie selection, limited on recent releases. Staff are okay - but I always buy a cheap ticket so not like I expect first class opulence anyway!!!

Boarding was so quick, flight was ahead of time which is great and the pilot spoke clearly and was letting people know everything, amazing, love travelling with you 😊

Great hospitality and service! Seats could always be cushioned better.

Excellent long haul experience really enjoyed using Dublin pre-immigration

Nice easy flight. Crew was very nice and of all the times I have bought a seat for my guitar - this was the easiest. They were prepared and no problems at all.

Air Lingus flights were delayed on each of the three flights we took. Not a very good , and organized airline.

Flight was ontime, clean, staff was friendly - there was turbulence but can’t avoid that (it’s a flight 😉)! The staff were attentive but would be nice if Aerlingus didn’t charge for coffee ☺️ but overall I enjoyed my flight experience and will travel with them again (Ireland’s Four star airline

I will never fly vueling. 1h30 delayed, connexion missed with the crew closing the boarding in front of us. 40 people missed the Barcelona-Orly connexion. hours waiting for rebooking and hotel.. inadmissible

Boarding was very poor as the flight was initially delayed. We were told the flight would be at 21:40. We were with our 10 month baby who was sleeping. I received an email from Kayak which said the flight was now due to take off at 21:04. When we checked the screens at Gatwick we were told the gate was closed. The lack of communication was extremely poor and we had to run with our baby and there were many other passengers, including elderly people, also running to the gate. When we got to the gate, the staff had no reasons for the poor communication.

We got to the airport 2 hours before the flight. We waited in a line to check our bags onto the flight for an hour, even despite having checked in online, as there weren't enough self check terminals allocated to Vueling (yet loads of empty BA ones right next to them). There also weren't enough staff, making them stressed and rude. We had to try and rush through security to get to our gate, which they announced as gate 35 at first and then changed it after ten minutes with no announcement to anyone in the airport that it had changed. So we then had to rush to the correct gate to arrive just as boarding started. It was a thoroughly stressful process and one travelling couple almost missed boarding because of it. The flight boarding and the flight itself werre fine, the staff were polite, but I was dehydrated due to the airport and had to buy a bottle of water as they didn't offer free drinks.

They stop online checkin above a certain capacity. We had to go to the airport to check-in at the desk. Or was offered to pay 7eur extra. Rip off.

I didn't get the wheelchair assistance I'd requested and my flight was on the tarmac, which was extremely painful for me. If this airline isn't for me, that's fine. The crew was fantastic and friendly ab

Bought check in baggage but couldn’t do it at the kiosk, had to line up just to get baggage tag which was a very long queue with only 1 customer service agent handling all vueling flights. Had to wait about 45mins just to get a bag tag and drop baggage.

You have couple of KG's grace on checked luggage

Le vol et l'embarquement se sont bien déroulé, mais une fois arrivé à destination nous n'avons pas trouvé notre valise. Nous avons été voir au guichet pour en savoir plus et c'est à ce moment qu'on nous dit que par manque de place dans la soute notre bagage est resté à Paris et sera enregistré sur le vol de demain et qu'il faudra revenir le chercher le lendemain à 16h. Le lendemain à 16h personne ne fût capable de nous renseigner et on nous à donné 3 versions différentes de la procédure à suivre. Finalement nous avons réussit à récupérer notre valise après 26h de retard. On nous à donné un numéro pour contacté la compagnie mais en appelant le numéro dédié à la France on tombe sur des personnes qui ne parlent qu'anglais ou espagnol ou bien on nous raccroche au nez.

Nous sommes parties de Copenhague avec plus de 2h de retard. L'avion n'a pas pu atterrir à Paris et après avoir encore perdu du temps en vol, a atterri à Bruxelles. Une navette devait nous prendre en charge pour nous ramener à Paris mais personne ne nous a renseignés, on a tourné en rond dans l'aéroport durant plus de 2h, sans trouver de solution pour rentrer (pas de train, pas de voiture de location...). Nous avons fini par monter dans un car affrété par une autre compagnie et qui nous a déposés à CDG. Ensuite il fallu prendre un Uber (il était plus de 2h du matin) pour rentrer, qui a couté presque 90 €. Donc non, je ne suis pas satisfaite des services de la compagnie Vueling.

Overall experience was ok. Flight was overbooked and my travel partner was put on standby while I had a confirmed seat. Not sure how it happened. We were told the flight was booked separately but I booked on kayak.com. In the end we both got on the flight and was even able to exchange seats and sit together. Overall flight experience was good. It was a short 1.5 hour flight from Rome to Paris.

very delayed boarding; the crew started the service extremely late and everything felt like they didn't want to be there and do their jobs; the pilot changed her mind about landing :))))))))) and we spent 10 more minutes circling around the airport before landing, eventually!!! lack of communication = lack of professionalism. she could have said 'ladies and gentlemen, due to us having taken off very late, we have lost our landing permissions and we'll have to wait some more', but she chose to shut up. big mistake that reflects poorly on the airline and herself.

It is standard with Ryanair, as FF with Ryanair you dont expect too much, and Ryanair never disappoints. At least it is reliable.

Very unpleasant staff, disgusting service, ignoring requests, refusal to help

Ryanair is the worst airline in Europe and easily one of the worst in the planet

Loupé l'avion pas pu embarquer mon bagage en soute. Pas compris l'heure de fermeture.

I hate Ryanair and have decided never to fly with them again, they treat you like animals on the way to slaughter and they never take responsibility for their errors and lousy service.

While this flight from Dublin to Venice boarded on time, its departure was delayed by about an hour because, apparently, there were no demonstration kits on board, and we couldn't depart until the safety demonstration was completed. We were informed that we were in danger of losing our delayed slot if Ryanair engineering didn't provide the kits 'soon', which would have resulted in an additional two-hour delay. Thankfully, we didn't incur that additional delay. It's not clear where the source of this problem lies but it needs to be addressed to ensure it does not recur for other flights in the future.

Usual RyanAir flight but disembarking was poor, no rear steps. The Faro Airport required lots of up step and down steps, no elevator Getting through passport control took 50 minutes in the EU line

A normal Ryanair flight = too many announcements to sale something, hard landing. Otherwise, good value for money

Largas colas para el check-in, por seguridad, sin explicación, el equipaje de mano pequeño tuvo que pasar a bodega,

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Getting from Ireland to France

Europe is like a gateway drug for travel addicts – everything is so close, you get used to being able to hop to a brand new destination in a matter of hours, and before you know it you’re obsessively checking ticket prices for trains and places you couldn’t even pronounce just a short while ago. While this certainly is the case as far as “The Continent” is concerned, low-cost airline kings like easyJet and Ryanair have taken the form of the corner boys slinging crack – it’s just way, way too easy to go to London for dinner or Paris for the weekend or Barcelona for a concert. So, if you’re in Ireland and want to get your travel on, you don’t have to confine yourself to that region – open your mind, your wallet and your suitcase and come on over to France, my pretties! Here’s how you do it:

Ryanair flies from Dublin to Biarritz, Carcassonne, Grenoble, Nantes, and Paris-Beauvais, and from Shannon to Nantes. easyJet flies from Belfast (Northern Ireland) to Paris-Charles de Gaulle. Aer Lingus flies from Cork, Dublin and Shannon to Paris-Charles de Gaulle. Check for more flights to Paris here:

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How To Travel From Ireland To France

Travelling from Ireland to France is a popular holiday option, with a multitude of transport options available to those wishing to make the journey. From car-ferry services to low-cost airlines, this guide will delve into the pros and cons of each, so you can make an informed decision about your preferred mode of travel.

Car-Ferry Services

One of the most established ways to travel from Ireland to France is by car-ferry. This mode of transportation has the advantages of allowing you to take your car with you, while also saving money as there is no need to buy tickets for pricey public transport. Car-ferries are also well-organised and usually have plenty of space for you to relax and enjoy the voyage. However, there are drawbacks to using this type of service. Firstly, car-ferries can be unreliable at times, and the journey itself may be longer than expected due to the possibility of bad weather or mechanical problems. Furthermore, those who suffer from motion sickness may find this option less than ideal.

Low-Cost Carriers

In comparison, travelling by low-cost carrier may be a better option for some. Boarding a flight from Ireland to France can be both a time-saving and convenient choice, with flights being relatively short in duration. This is the perfect choice for those who prefer travelling by air, as fares are usually low and most major routes are well-served by reputable and reliable carriers. However, it is important to bear in mind that low-cost carriers typically have reduced legroom, limited luggage allowances, and no return fares. Baggage restrictions may put off those looking to take a lot of things with them, and the lack of legroom may also make the journey uncomfortable.

Safety Considerations

Whichever option you choose, it is important to ensure that you take the necessary safety precautions before travelling. This means that you should seek advice from your doctor if you have any pre-existing health conditions, and bring any essential medications with you. It is also wise to invest in travel insurance, so that you will be covered in the event of an emergency overseas. Lastly, be sure to research the route you plan to take and familiarise yourself with the potential hazards and risks associated with the journey. If possible, get in touch with somebody who has made the journey before for their advice and recommendations. After all, travelling from Ireland to France has its advantages, but you need to make sure that you do so safely and responsibly.

By researching the best and safest options for travelling from Ireland to France, you can make an informed decision about the mode of transportation that fits your budget and preferences. From car-ferry services to low-cost carriers, the options are plentiful and each has its advantages and drawbacks. No matter what you choose, be sure to take the necessary safety precautions and enjoy your adventure!

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Have an adventure like no other when you travel to France. A country that is rich in culture, wander down cobbled streets filled with eclectic shops and cafés and gasp in wonderment at the art in the Louvre Museum. Discover vineyards, beaches, and experiences that will last a lifetime. 

What speed do you like to enjoy life at? If it’s fast-paced, then great news as France is packed with challenging hike and bike trails, and why not up to take it up or down a level with a trek in the Jura Mountains or explore caves deep underground? Take the time to awe at nature and come face to face with rare plants and animals including Lynx, the majestic Golden Eagles, and Roe Deer. 

For the wine connoisseurs, discover the French vineyards with a twist. Ride through the vineyards of Dentelles de Montmirail on horseback, cycle through Bordeaux or admire the Climats of Burgundy from a hot air balloon.

If it’s a city break that you’re after, then look no further! Enjoy shopping in designer boutiques and specialist exhibitions in Paris before seeing amazing views of the city from the iconic Eiffel Tower. Explore Lyon from a double-decker tour bus and stop off at the Musée des Confluences to learn about science and the history of humanity. Stroll through the Bordeaux city centre or party until the small hours in Pigalle. France is synonymous with shopping and has some of the top retail outlets in Europe, so be sure to leave space in the car for the extra treats! 

If you've got a big appetite, then the French cuisine will help satisfy it. France is bursting with Michelin-starred restaurants, gourmet bistros, and markets packed with crusty baguettes, luxurious cheeses pastries, and the finest wines.

Rub shoulders with the rich and famous when you visit the glamour and sophistication of the French Riviera. Stroll along Saint Tropez, spot the famous faces from the big screen in Cannes, or take a sunset walk along the Promenade des Anglais in Nice.

Busting with delicious food, quirky cafés, and exquisite art, France is jampacked with plenty to keep all ages occupied and is well worth being ticked off next on your travel list! 

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SailRail tickets offer fantastic value

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Sail and Rail tickets make your journey to France as straightforward as possible. That’s why we’ve decided to team up with Irish Ferries, to give you a comfortable alternative to flights when travelling from Ireland to France.

Hop on a train from any Iarnród Éireann station to Dublin port and then continue your journey on a ferry across the Celtic Sea Corridor with your combined Sail and Rail tickets. It’s a cheap, stress-free travel experience for the whole family. And it's easy too! Fancy jumping on-board? Find out more below.

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Entry requirements

This advice reflects the UK government’s understanding of current rules for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK, for the most common types of travel.

The authorities in France set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact France’s Embassy in the UK .

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If you are planning to travel to an EU country (except Ireland), or Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino or Vatican City, follow the Schengen area passport requirements .

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• issued less than 10 years before the date you enter the country (check the ‘date of issue’)
• valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)

Check your passport meets these requirements before you travel. If your passport was issued before 1 October 2018, extra months may have been added to its expiry date.

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At French border control, you may need to:

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• show proof of insurance for your trip – check FCDO’s travel insurance guidance
• show a return or onward ticket
• prove that you have enough money for your whole stay

Check your passport is stamped if you enter or exit the Schengen area through France as a visitor. Border guards will use passport stamps to check you’re complying with the 90-day visa-free limit for short stays in the Schengen area. If relevant entry or exit stamps are not in your passport, border guards will presume that you have overstayed your visa-free limit.

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If you live in France, read our Living in France guide for passport stamping information.

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You will need to be able to prove ownership or tenancy of your property, such as a tax or utility bill.

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You may be asked for confirmation of your reservation when entering France. Be prepared to show proof that you have at least €65 euros a day for the duration of your stay.

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If you do not have an ‘attestation d’accueil’ (welcome invitation) or any pre-booked accommodation, you may be asked to prove you have at least €120 euros a day for the duration of your stay.

For more information on these requirements, visit the French government’s website on travel conditions for British citizens.

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You can travel to countries in the Schengen area, which France is part of, for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa. This applies if you travel:

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To stay longer (to work or study, for business travel or for other reasons), you will need to meet the French government’s entry requirements. Check which type of visa you may need on the France Visas website .

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British citizens who cannot return to the UK before their visa, permit or visa-free limit expires should contact their local prefecture in France .

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At least 8 weeks before your trip, check the vaccinations and vaccination certificates you may need on TravelHealthPro.

Customs rules

There are strict rules about goods that can be brought into and taken out of France. Check the French Directorate General of Customs and Excise website . Declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.

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You cannot take meat, milk or products containing them into EU countries. There are some exceptions for medical reasons, for example certain amounts of powdered infant milk, infant food, or pet food required for medical reasons. Check the rules about taking food and drink into the EU on the European Commission website.

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An average direct flight from Ireland to France takes 7h 29m, covering a distance of 1882 km. The most popular route is Dublin - Paris with an average flight time of 1h 45m.

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Generally good. The crew is excellent. The food could be better.

Did not find the wheelchair that supposed to assist and went to a long queue for transit security chk which was very slow and boarding desk wanted to close counter although that they knew that I am minutes away because of their mistake of not providing the wheelchair.

Boarding was smooth and on time. The seat was comfortable and the entertainment worked. Staff were gracious.

Business class in the second leg - CDG-EVN was a disaster.

I have used Air France and KLM many times it will help if they change their menu's feel like it's been the same for years!!!, Especially the breakfast. Overall the flight was good and enjoyable.

No birding was given for next trip on same carrier, food was very moderate.

We transited through Chad and what was supposed to be a 1hr 20 minutes transit time lasted over 4hrs. We didn't get regular updates until we complained. After a 10hr flight from Paris no form of refreshment given and finally arrived Abuja over 6hrs later and none of my bags came

The line at boarding was not well organized and managed

Crew was professional. Boarding has few seats . Since the plane was not full would have been nice to change seat on the internet

Sky priority means you get to use the KLM business Lounge.

Bonjour, J'ai été très très fortement déçue et en colère par mon dernier vol avec Transavia. Voici ce qui s'est passé : J'avais acheté un billet avec 50 kg en soute (dont uniquement 36kg utilisés). Au moment du dépôt des valises en soute, l'hôtesse m'a demandé si je voulais également mettre mon bagage cabine en soute. J'ai dit que je préfère le garder avec moi. Arrivée à la porte d'embarquement, un responsable vérifie les dimensions du bagage cabine des passagers. Un tiers était non conforme à la réglementation (dimensions non conformes), dont moi. J'avais déjà voyagé plusieurs fois avec transavia sans jamais avoir de problème avec cette même valise en cabine, mais c'est la première fois que je suis confrontée à ce problème. La conséquence est de payer 60 €. Le nombre de passagers non conformes étant trop grand et les réclamations devant grandissantes, le responsable a détourné sciemment l'attention pour que des disaines de personnes traversent, pour n'en garder que 4-5, qui n'auront pas trop de voix et sont obligés de payer. Je ne remets pas en cause la réglementation. Mes reproches sont les suivants : 1- Pourquoi au moment de mettre le bagage en soute l'hôtesse n'a t-elle pas prévenu sur ce sujet ? Il aurait suffit d'une seule phrase. Tout ceci pour nous laisser arriver jusqu'à l'embarquement avec l'expérience que les bagages sont en général non conformes car vos dimensions sont ridiculement plus petites que la norme internationale, et nous mettre sous pression avant la fin de l'embarquement sans pouvoir parler à un responsable et n'avoir plus le choix que de payer. 2- l'attitude du responsable et sa methode corrompue de faire taire les réclamations en permettant à certains de passer 3- le fait que j'avais encore droit à 14kg en plus des 10kg de la valise cabine et j'ai du payer 60€ pour que finalement ma valise aille en soute. Tout ceci est une manière de soutirer de l'argement indignement, sous forme de réglementation. Je vous conseille d'assumer d'augmenter vos prix au lieu de les répercuter par des escroqueries pareils, au moins nous serions prévenus. Ceci est une honte et vous semblez en être fiers. Merci et bravo.

Les espacement entre les sièges sont moins confortables pour les personnes de grande taille

Being on time rather than almost 3 hours late would be a start, and also, since it was known from a long time ago that the flight would be late, letting us know ahead so we don’t stay in a small hall at the airport would have been nice

Transit through Cairo was abysmal and I will never repeat this journey !!!

Être avertie SMS/mail du retard/changements d'horaire avant les 5min du décollage initial..

There was a delay of more than an hour due to technical issues on a previous flight, can happen so I don't foult the airline for that. The crew was excellent and very friendly and boarding was pretty efficient. The seats were comfortable enough. However, if you are over 1,80m, don't expect any room for your legs, the room between the rows is extremely tight!

As there are a lot of persons for the boarding and as you open the two doors of the plane, could be ingenious to ask the persons who have the first numbers (for the seats) to enter via the front door and those you are more at the end of the plane to enter by the other door. This would avoid to have passengers who entes by the front door and have to go to the back with luggages. Crazy and waste of time.

There was delay of 2 hours and all related announcements at the gate were done in French. It is not acceptable on international flight! The sandwich that I paid €6 for, was dry, hard and impossible to eat it. This is really a shame for French airline serving such sandwich.

Cancelled while we were waiting at the airport and the flight ready for boarding because of only one Stewart missing! Unacceptable! We were proposed another flight: 5 days later! Unacceptable! We had to pay other tickets of course very expensive the same day!

Your nasty smart , The seat too tight You have to pay for everything 5h20 min Flight with no food no water nothing .I didnt take my Medicine Because I don't have no water The worst trip that I have in my life.1st time flying with Transavia its going to be the last time . I am so disappointed

Very good need to offer better choice of food for business

They should. Heck planes more often not when they are suppose to be leaving causing delays

Crew was fantastic got lovely food and plenty of water. Entertainment was good. Never had to ask for anything. Left on time and got to Seattle early. Luggage did not take long either.

Always find Aer Lingus reliable and good value for money. Food on this flight was pretty basic and the headphone Jack at my seat only worked for one ear. Little disappointed in movie selection, limited on recent releases. Staff are okay - but I always buy a cheap ticket so not like I expect first class opulence anyway!!!

Boarding was so quick, flight was ahead of time which is great and the pilot spoke clearly and was letting people know everything, amazing, love travelling with you 😊

Great hospitality and service! Seats could always be cushioned better.

Excellent long haul experience really enjoyed using Dublin pre-immigration

Nice easy flight. Crew was very nice and of all the times I have bought a seat for my guitar - this was the easiest. They were prepared and no problems at all.

Air Lingus flights were delayed on each of the three flights we took. Not a very good , and organized airline.

Flight was ontime, clean, staff was friendly - there was turbulence but can’t avoid that (it’s a flight 😉)! The staff were attentive but would be nice if Aerlingus didn’t charge for coffee ☺️ but overall I enjoyed my flight experience and will travel with them again (Ireland’s Four star airline

3 hr flight from Barcelona to Gran Canaria. Ŵent according to plan No issues with staff oŕ flight. Many people includiñg us could not get luggage self checķ in termìnals to work. Had to wait in check in line.

The communication about the delay could have been better before and during the flight. Also, this online form could have less bugs. It is almost impossible to type in this window.

Boarding was very poor as the flight was initially delayed. We were told the flight would be at 21:40. We were with our 10 month baby who was sleeping. I received an email from Kayak which said the flight was now due to take off at 21:04. When we checked the screens at Gatwick we were told the gate was closed. The lack of communication was extremely poor and we had to run with our baby and there were many other passengers, including elderly people, also running to the gate. When we got to the gate, the staff had no reasons for the poor communication.

We got to the airport 2 hours before the flight. We waited in a line to check our bags onto the flight for an hour, even despite having checked in online, as there weren't enough self check terminals allocated to Vueling (yet loads of empty BA ones right next to them). There also weren't enough staff, making them stressed and rude. We had to try and rush through security to get to our gate, which they announced as gate 35 at first and then changed it after ten minutes with no announcement to anyone in the airport that it had changed. So we then had to rush to the correct gate to arrive just as boarding started. It was a thoroughly stressful process and one travelling couple almost missed boarding because of it. The flight boarding and the flight itself werre fine, the staff were polite, but I was dehydrated due to the airport and had to buy a bottle of water as they didn't offer free drinks.

Bought check in baggage but couldn’t do it at the kiosk, had to line up just to get baggage tag which was a very long queue with only 1 customer service agent handling all vueling flights. Had to wait about 45mins just to get a bag tag and drop baggage.

You have couple of KG's grace on checked luggage

Last time bucking this company if I would know I wouldn’t do it, they made me lose my flight

Nous sommes parties de Copenhague avec plus de 2h de retard. L'avion n'a pas pu atterrir à Paris et après avoir encore perdu du temps en vol, a atterri à Bruxelles. Une navette devait nous prendre en charge pour nous ramener à Paris mais personne ne nous a renseignés, on a tourné en rond dans l'aéroport durant plus de 2h, sans trouver de solution pour rentrer (pas de train, pas de voiture de location...). Nous avons fini par monter dans un car affrété par une autre compagnie et qui nous a déposés à CDG. Ensuite il fallu prendre un Uber (il était plus de 2h du matin) pour rentrer, qui a couté presque 90 €. Donc non, je ne suis pas satisfaite des services de la compagnie Vueling.

I liked the regular updates and appreciated the automatic online checkin which didn’t work for our Vueling flight so I had to do this myself.

The baggage policy is pathetic. We paid for our carry-on bags online. Said if we don't remove the wheels of our carry-ons it's not considered a carry-on. We all measured our bags according to the website beforehand. We were not refunded for our bags and were obligated to buy it as checked in bags for over $70 online or $90 over the counter. First and last time I travel with this airline.

very delayed boarding; the crew started the service extremely late and everything felt like they didn't want to be there and do their jobs; the pilot changed her mind about landing :))))))))) and we spent 10 more minutes circling around the airport before landing, eventually!!! lack of communication = lack of professionalism. she could have said 'ladies and gentlemen, due to us having taken off very late, we have lost our landing permissions and we'll have to wait some more', but she chose to shut up. big mistake that reflects poorly on the airline and herself.

Boarding process makes no sense for priority boarding or not since everyone gets crammed in a bus and everyone gets out without any difference.

Left on time and arrived on time both ways, thank you

Ryanair is the worst airline in Europe and easily one of the worst in the planet

Flights were on time. The crew was efficient and friendly.

Loupé l'avion pas pu embarquer mon bagage en soute. Pas compris l'heure de fermeture.

I hate Ryanair and have decided never to fly with them again, they treat you like animals on the way to slaughter and they never take responsibility for their errors and lousy service.

While this flight from Dublin to Venice boarded on time, its departure was delayed by about an hour because, apparently, there were no demonstration kits on board, and we couldn't depart until the safety demonstration was completed. We were informed that we were in danger of losing our delayed slot if Ryanair engineering didn't provide the kits 'soon', which would have resulted in an additional two-hour delay. Thankfully, we didn't incur that additional delay. It's not clear where the source of this problem lies but it needs to be addressed to ensure it does not recur for other flights in the future.

Usual RyanAir flight but disembarking was poor, no rear steps. The Faro Airport required lots of up step and down steps, no elevator Getting through passport control took 50 minutes in the EU line

Easy process and good flight experience The food good be better

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France v Ireland: TV details, kick-off time, team news and more

Everything you need to know about the opening euro 2025 qualifier in metz.

Ireland and Arsenal's Katie McCabe. Photograph: Bradley Collyer/PA Wire

When is it on?

The Republic of Ireland are playing France in their opening Euro 2025 qualifier on Friday, April 5th at the Saint-Symphorien Stadium in Metz. Kick-off is at 8.10pm.

How can I watch it?

You can watch the game on RTÉ 2, coverage begins at 7.35pm.

What is the team news for the game?

Anna Patten will join up with the squad after receiving international clearance from Fifa. The 24-year-old defender required a change of association from England as she had a number of underage caps, including at Under-21 level. Patten’s Irish roots connect back to her grandfather, from Falcarragh in Donegal, and her grandmother from Lettermore in Galway.

Defender Niamh Fahey and midfielder Tyler Toland return to the squad after missing the last two games. Sinead Farrelly (quad) and Jamie Finn (knee) are unavailable.

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The great defensive leader and captain of the French, Wendie Renard, is back for France after missing three months through thigh surgery.

Ireland squad

Goalkeepers: Courtney Brosnan (Everton), Grace Moloney (London City Lionesses), Sophie Whitehouse (Lewes).

Defenders: Jessie Stapleton (Reading – on loan from West Ham United), Diane Caldwell (FC Zurich), Louise Quinn (Birmingham City), Niamh Fahey (Liverpool), Aoife Mannion (Manchester United), Caitlin Hayes (Celtic), Anna Patten (Aston Villa), Megan Campbell (London City Lionesses).

Midfielders: Katie McCabe (Arsenal), Denise O’Sullivan (North Carolina Courage), Megan Connolly (Bristol City), Ruesha Littlejohn (London City Lionesses), Tyler Toland (Blackburn Rovers), Lily Agg (Birmingham City), Heather Payne (Everton), Jess Ziu (West Ham United), Lucy Quinn (Birmingham City), Izzy Atkinson (Crystal Palace).

Forwards: Kyra Carusa (San Diego Wave), Abbie Larkin (Crystal Palace), Amber Barrett (Standard Liege), Leanne Kiernan (Liverpool), Emily Murphy (Wake Forest University).

France squad

Goalkeepers: Pauline Peyraud-Magnin (Juventus), Constance Picaud (Paris Saint-Germain), Solène Durand (Sassuolo)

Defenders: Wendie Renard (Lyon), Griedge Mbock (Lyon), Sakina Karchaoui (Paris Saint-Germain), Ève Périsset (Chelsea), Élisa De Almeida (Paris Saint-Germain), Selma Bacha (Lyon), Estelle Cascarino (Juventus), Maëlle Lakrar (Montpellier), Thiniba Samoura (Paris Saint-Germain)

Midfielders: Amandine Henry (Angel City FC), Grace Geyoro (Paris Saint-Germain), Kenza Dali (Aston Villa), Sandie Toletti (Real Madrid), Léa Le Garrec (Fleury)

Forwards: Eugénie Le Sommer (Lyon), Kadidiatou Diani (Lyon), Delphine Cascarino (Lyon), Marie-Antoinette Katoto (Paris Saint-Germain), Sandy Baltimore (Paris Saint-Germain), Vicki Bècho (Lyon), Julie Dufour (Paris FC)

France stalwart Wendie Renard. Photograph: Franck Fife/AFP via Getty

What to watch out for from an Ireland perspective?

A change from free-flowing football to a certain level of pragmatism, without losing all of their attacking threat, will be the order of the day for manager Eileen Gleeson. Ireland have truly been given the group of death to end all group of deaths here, against three of the top four teams in the world.

Ireland got somewhat of a wake-up call in their last friendly against Wales when they lost 2-0 and such a performance won’t work against a team the calibre of France. Stopping France from playing their usual football will be the aim, a low-scoring draw would be a fantastic result away from home. The return of Denise O’Sullivan should help from an attacking perspective, while the return of Fahey should help the defensive end.

How is the France team looking?

It is a star-studded France team, with some of the world’s best players in each position – there is a reason why their clubs Lyon and Paris Saint-Germain are in the Champions League semi-finals. There are few better full-backs in the world than Selma Bacha and Sakina Karchaoui, few better midfielders than Grace Geyoro, while in the forward line they have an embarrassment of riches with Kadidiatou Diani, Delphine Cascarino, Antoinette Katoto and Eugénie Le Sommer to choose from. Le Sommer scored twice against Ireland in a World Cup warm-up game last summer. A daunting task ahead.

Their management is less secure than their playing talent though, with Hervé Renard to step down from his role after the Paris Olympics, with the ambition of finding a team to bring to the 2026 men’s World Cup after managing Morocco in 2018 and Saudi Arabia in 2022. Well, we know one association that is desperately seeking a new manager of their men’s team ...

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Top 10 things to know before traveling to Ireland

Mar 27, 2024 • 9 min read

From pub etiquette to catching public transport – here's what you need to know before you go to Ireland © Atlantide Phototravel / Getty Images

A lifetime of living in Ireland has given me some insight into the vagaries of my home country, beginning with the number one rule: never assume anything. This is a country that delights in confounding even your most comfortable expectations about pretty much everything, from the weather to the quality of the wifi.

Here are 10 tips that I’m pretty comfortable giving anyone who plans a visit, whether for the first time or the fifth. I’ve got some practical tips around VAT refunds and the most efficient ways to get around, but then there’s a bunch of suggestions on how to crack the mightiest nut of all – the Irish themselves. Because be in no doubt, while Ireland has gorgeous landscapes, a rich history and the best pubs in the world, your visit will only be truly memorable if you get to know the people – friendly and welcoming but often contradictory and inscrutable.

1. Plan on at least seven days to start making sense of the country

Ireland is small, but there’s an awful lot to it. Luckily, distances in Ireland aren’t huge so you can get most anywhere in a few hours, but the list of where to go can get very long, very quickly.

It’ll take you a couple of days to even begin to make a dent in Dublin , but once you go beyond the capital you’ll need at least five days to make a lightening stop tour of the major highlights of the west: Galway and Connemara, Clare (where you’ll find the Cliffs of Moher and the most authentic traditional music in the country), Kerry (you’ll need a whole day just for the Ring of Kerry and another for the Dingle Peninsula ) and Cork , only it’s time to go home so you can only make enough time for Cork City .

Clearly the only solution is to plan for a month; at the end of it, you’ll be wanting to stay a year. 

2. Keep it to casual wear

The Irish aren’t big on formal wear and only pull it out for very specific occasions (a wedding, a ball, the opening of a parliamentary session). Which means you can wear pretty much whatever you want: smart casual is the most you'll need for fancy dinners, the theatre or the concert hall.

Irish summers are warm but rarely hot, so you'll want something extra when the temperatures cool, especially in the evening. Ultimately the ever-changeable weather will determine your outfits, but a light waterproof jacket should never be beyond reach for the almost-inevitable rain. If you’re planning on doing a lot of walking – in cities or on hills – a good pair of walking shoes, preferably waterproof, will do the trick.

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3. The land of a 100,000 welcomes

Céad míle fáilte – literally, 100,000 welcomes. The famous Irish greeting suggests a country that is big on displays of affection, but nothing could be further from the truth. A firm handshake – with eye contact – is the appropriate greeting when meeting men, women and older children for the first time. Once a friendship is made, then all bets are off and anything goes, from a hug and a kiss on the cheek (primarily amongst female friends) to an air nod and a casual "hey".

Younger Irish are less formal than their older counterparts, but even they generally eschew effusive greetings: more often than not, a quick handshake and a casual nod is the best way to say hello for the first time.

4. The Irish love to talk, until they don’t

The Irish are renowned for their chat, but with people they don’t know particularly well they generally like to keep it to topics that are light and not likely to embarrass. Despite their gregarious nature, the Irish tend to be reserved when it comes to life’s more serious issues and are very mistrustful of "oversharers". 

The old adage that the Irish will talk about anything except sex, religion and politics is something of an over-simplification, but if you do find yourself steering into deeper waters around sensitive topics it’s always better to listen: locals aren’t shy about getting into heated discussion amongst themselves about all kinds of topics but take a dim view of outsiders who express (even legitimate) criticisms of Ireland or the Irish.

5. You’d better learn about the rounds system

It’s a firm rule of drinking with locals. If someone buys you a drink, you’re obliged to buy them one back – this is the bedrock of Irish pub culture. Nothing will hasten your fall from social grace here like the failure to uphold this pub law. 

The time to repay the drink you’re drinking? It’s when the person you’re drinking with is just about to finish theirs. It doesn’t matter if you’re halfway through your own drink at that moment: you can’t let your drinking buddy sit in front of an empty glass. Your greatest challenge will probably be trying to keep up with your fellow drinkers, who may keep buying you drinks in every round even when you've still got a collection of unfinished pints in front of you and you're sliding face first down the bar.

6. The best way to visit cities is on foot or by public transport

Driving and parking in Irish cities is a nightmare. There’s no free parking anywhere; the unrelenting traffic will test even the most patient of drivers; and the one-way systems in major urban centres will confound you to the point of madness (although map apps are pretty good at pointing you in the right direction).

The good news is you don’t need a car to visit any Irish city. Dublin, the biggest by far, has a pretty decent system of public transport, but even then most of the major sights are within walking distance of each other. Same goes for Cork, Belfast, Limerick and Galway, which are more easily explored without a car.

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7. The easiest way to explore Ireland is by car

If cities are best experienced without a car, the most effective way to explore the rest of the country is with one. The bus network, made up of a mix of public and private operators, is extensive and generally quite competitive, though journey times can be slow and lots of the points of interest outside towns are not served. The rail network is quicker but more limited, serving only some major towns and cities. Both buses and trains get busy during peak times; you'll need to book in advance to be guaranteed a seat. 

Cars can be hired in every major town and city. The Irish drive on the left hand side; distances and speed limits in the Republic are measured in kilometres, but once you cross the invisible border into Northern Ireland everything switches to miles.

8. Ireland is good cycling country

Ireland's compact size and scenic landscapes make it a good cycling destination, albeit one you need to prepare for. The weather is unreliable, roads can be very narrow and Irish drivers tend to drive quickly, even on those narrow roads. A growing network of greenways, such as the 42km Great Western Greenway in County Mayo and the Royal Canal Greenway that runs through the midlands, are a great and hassle-free way to see the country from two wheels. A good tip for cyclists in the west is that the prevailing winds make it easier to cycle from south to north. 

Buses will carry bikes, but only if there’s room. Intercity trains will also carry bikes, but you’ll need to book a space in advance as there’s limited capacity. Suburban rail services in Dublin won’t take bikes during rush hour (7am to 10am and 4pm to 7pm). A number of Irish companies arrange cycle tours, including Go Visit Ireland  and Cycling Safaris .

9. Pick the right season to travel in Ireland

June to mid-September is high season: the weather is at its best and the most popular parts of the country – Dublin , Kerry and the southern and western coasts – are at their busiest. The downside is big crowds and the highest rates for accommodation and car hire.

Rates drop off from mid-September as the crowds start to thin, but most tourist spots are still open to take advantage of the last weeks of the season. Although weather can never be predicted with any degree of accuracy, the weather can be surprisingly lovely right up to mid-October.

Low season runs from November to the middle of March; Irish winter days are short, damp and cold, but the upside is fewer visitors and some terrific accommodation deals. A lot of the west coast goes into winter hibernation, though, with a lot of attractions and hotels closing down; if you’re planning to visit during this time you should check what’s open before you travel.   

Ready to head to Ireland? These are the best times to visit.

10. Claim your VAT back if you’re visiting from outside the EU

Most goods come with value-added tax (VAT) of 23%, which non-EU residents can claim back as part of the Retail Export Scheme, so long as the purchase was made with a credit card. Visitors from the UK can also benefit from this, but not visitors from Northern Ireland.

Before making a purchase, check with the retailer that they operate the scheme. If they do, you will be issued an export voucher for the purchase, which you need to get certified by customs when you leave Ireland. The voucher is sent back to the retailer who then refunds you the VAT (minus any processing fee). 

Rather than operate the scheme themselves, many retailers use VAT-refunding agencies, whereby you go through the same process of presenting the agency’s own certificate at customs. Some agencies, though, operate a scheme where you don’t pay any VAT upfront, but if you don’t file the paperwork correctly (either sending it back to the agency or presenting it to customs) your card will be charged later. Some goods such as books, children's clothing and educational items are excluded from VAT.

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What Irish kick-off time does France vs Ireland start at? TV details, live stream, and odds for Euro 2025 qualifier

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• Published : 10:47, 4 Apr 2024
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THE Republic of Ireland kick-off their Euro 2025 qualification campaign against France this week.

Eileen Gleeson's team travel for their first game in a group that also includes England and Sweden as they face a daunting task to qualify.

Here's everything you need to know about the game.

When is it on and what time is kick-off?

France vs Ireland takes place on Friday, April 5 at the Stade Saint-Symphorian.

The kick-off time is quite unusual, with it scheduled to start at 8:10pm.

Where can I watch it?

The game will be shown live on RTE 2, with coverage starting at 7:25pm.

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It will, therefore, be available to stream via the RTE Player.

What is the latest team news?

There is good news and bad news when it comes to the injury front for the Girls in Green.

On the plus side, Denise O'Sullivan is back in the squad after missing the 0-0 draw with Italy and 2-0 defeat to Wales back in February due to injury.

However, on the flip side, Niamh Fahey has been ruled out of both Friday's game in Le Mans and next Tuesday's clash against England due to injury.

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Peamount Utd midfielder Erin McLaughlin has joined up with the squad, as has new recruit Anna Patten after the England youth international gained clearance.

Republic of Ireland squad - Goalkeepers: Courtney Brosnan (Everton), Grace Moloney (London City Lionesses), Sophie Whitehouse (Lewes).

Defenders : Jessie Stapleton (Reading), Diane Caldwell (FC Zurich), Louise Quinn (Birmingham City), Aoife Mannion (Manchester United), Caitlyn Hayes (Celtic), Anna Patten (Aston Villa), Megan Campbell (London City Lionesses), Katie McCabe (Arsenal),

Midfielders : Denise O'Sullivan (North Carolina Courage), Megan Connolly (Bristol City), Ruesha Littlejohn (London City Lionesses), Tyler Toland (Blackburn Rovers), Lily Agg (Birmingham City), Heather Payne (Everton), Jess Ziu (West Ham United), Lucy Quinn (Birmingham City), Izzy Atkinson (Crystal Palace),

Forwards : Kyra Carusa (San Diego Wave), Abbie Larkin (Crystal Palace), Amber Barrett (Standard Liege), Leanne Kiernan (Liverpool), Emily Murphy (Wake Forest University).

What are the latest odds?

France are overwhelming favourites to come away with three points, and are valued at 1/14 to that end.

Ireland, on the other hand, are out to 13/1, with the draw at 13/2.

What has been said in the build-up?

Ireland will have a fight on their hands to qualify automatically for Euro 2025, with the top two teams going to the competition.

Gleeson's team are guaranteed a play-off thanks to their promotion to League A in the UEFA Nations League .

But the Dubliner declared that they will be playing to avoid the play-off altogether .

She said: “We always have to be realistic. We know we’re in a group with third, fourth and fifth in the world. What was the first question I was asked after the draw? Are we ready for the play-off? But that’s not the approach we’ll be taking.

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“Yes, if there were bets, the probability is for us to finish fourth but that can’t be our starting point.

“There’s a realism but Irish fans are brilliant. Ireland as a nation has always outperformed. That’s definitely the stance we’ll be taking.”

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France vs Ireland: Kick-off time, stream, and where to watch on Irish TV

Ireland’s Euro 2025 qualifying campaign kicks off with a bang tonight as France as the first side up for Eileen Gleeson’s side.

The Girls in Green have been drawn into a fiendishly difficult group that contains not just the French but Sweden and reigning European champions England.

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The small matter of hosting the Lionesses awaits next Tuesday but a stiff test up against Herve Renard’s France is up first.

Let’s go through everything you need to know ahead of this mouth-watering qualifier :

When is France vs Ireland?

The game takes place on Friday, April 5. Note that it is a late start as the action doesn’t get going until 8.10pm (Irish time).

Where is the match taking place?

The two sides lock horns over on French soil at the Saint-Symphorien Stadium in the northeastern city of Metz.

Where is France vs Ireland on TV?

The game will be shown live and in full for free on RTE 2.

The national broadcaster’s coverage gets underway at 7.35pm. You can also stream the tie if you so wish via the RTE Player .

Who is in the Ireland squad?

Goalkeepers : Courtney Brosnan (Everton), Grace Moloney (London City Lionesses), Sophie Whitehouse (Lewes)

Defenders: Jessie Stapleton (Reading – on loan from West Ham United), Diane Caldwell (FC Zurich), Caitlin Hayes (Celtic), Louise Quinn (Birmingham City), Aoife Mannion (Manchester United), Anna Patten (Aston Villa), Megan Campbell (London City Lionesses)

Midfielders : Katie McCabe (Arsenal), Denise O’Sullivan (North Carolina Courage), Megan Connolly (Bristol City), Lily Agg (Birmingham City), Ruesha Littlejohn (London City Lionesses), Tyler Toland (Blackburn Rovers), Heather Payne (Everton), Izzy Atkinson (Crystal Palace), Jess Ziu (West Ham United), Lucy Quinn (Birmingham City), Erin McLaughlin (Peamount United)

Forwards : Kyra Carusa (San Diego Wave), Abbie Larkin (Crystal Palace), Amber Barrett (Standard Liege), Leanne Kiernan (Liverpool), Emily Murphy (Wake Forest University)