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How expensive is Ireland? How much money do I need for Ireland?
How much does a trip to Ireland cost? Is Ireland cheap or expensive? The average Ireland trip cost is broken down by category here for Independent travelers. All of these Ireland prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers to find the price of travel.
Accommodation Budget in Ireland
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The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Ireland is €63. For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Ireland is €126. This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.
Looking for a hotel in Ireland? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.
Transportation Budget in Ireland
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The cost of a taxi ride in Ireland is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent €22 per person, per day, on local transportation in Ireland.
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Transportation1
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
€22
Typical prices for Transportation in Ireland are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the Transportation prices in Ireland, but your costs will vary based on your travel style.
Intercity Transportation Budget in Ireland
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Transportation between cities and towns in Ireland costs an average of €72, based on spending from travelers. Naturally, prices vary by the length of the route, the type of transportation used, and the date.
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Intercity Transportation1
Travel between cities
€72
How much does it cost to go to Ireland? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all airlines.
The price of renting a car in Ireland will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.
Typical prices for Intercity Transportation in Ireland are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the Intercity Transportation prices in Ireland, but your costs will vary based on your travel style.
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Bus to Galway
€25
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Bus from Airport
€7.00
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Overnight Parking
€10
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Ferry Dublin to London
€36
Food Budget in Ireland
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While meal prices in Ireland can vary, the average cost of food in Ireland is €41 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Ireland should cost around €16 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Ireland is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food2
Meals for one day
€41
Typical prices for Food in Ireland are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the Food prices in Ireland, but your costs will vary based on your travel style.
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Lunch Lynam's Pub
€3.95
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Fish & Chips Dinner
€8.12
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Lunch for Two
€32
Entertainment Budget in Ireland
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Entertainment and activities in Ireland typically cost an average of €19 per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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Entertainment1
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
€19
Typical prices for Entertainment in Ireland are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the Entertainment prices in Ireland, but your costs will vary based on your travel style.
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St Pauls Cathedral
€4.50
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Dublin Writer's Museum
€6.30
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Guinness Brewery for Two
€27
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Wild Wicklow Tour
€26
Tips and Handouts Budget in Ireland
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Alcohol Budget in Ireland
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The average person spends about €15 on alcoholic beverages in Ireland per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
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Alcohol2
Drinks for one day
€15
Water Budget in Ireland
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On average, people spend €4.10 on bottled water in Ireland per day. The public water in Ireland is considered safe to drink.
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Water2
Bottled water for one day
€4.10
Last Updated: Feb 17, 2023
Ireland On a Budget
Donegal Coast
The Republic of Ireland makes up the majority of the island of Ireland, which is located in northwest Europe. The remainder of the island is taken up by Northern Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom.
This popular country has much appeal to international travelers, in part because of its beautiful landscape and stunning setting, but also because of the welcoming nature of the people that live there. With their charming accents and charismatic personality, it's the people that have put Ireland on the map for many tourists. The country's diversity and compact size make it easy for travelers to navigate. The beauty ranges from the rugged coastline to mountains and pastureland. It offers everything from castles to spas to a relaxing pint of Guinness in a quaint pub. Get yourself lost in the countryside. Pull over at a roadside pub and dine on a basic fish and chips. Chat with the friendly locals, party in Dublin, or take in a local music festival.
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Top Tourist Attractions
Bru na Boinne: A serious of prehistoric monuments and beautiful landscape along the shore of the Boyne. The biggest monuments are Newgrange, Knowth, and Dowth.
The Burren: Stuck between the city of Galway and the Aran Islands, this limestone plateau is as desolate as the moon's landscape.
Glendalough: Beautiful landscape made up of lakes and walking trails where you will find some important early Christian sights, including churches and cathedrals.
Popular Foods
Irish Stew: A hearty traditional stew made with lamb (or mutton) and potatoes, carrots, and onions.
Colcannon: A filling dish made with potatoes, kale or cabbage, cream and butter.
Boxty: A potato pancake dish usually made from finely cut potatoes, butter, egg, and flour. It can be served stuffed with something such as a meat.