Taxi From Dublin Airport to Blanchardstown

Who Takes This Route?

Blanchardstown is one of Dublin's biggest retail and residential hubs, northwest of the airport. This route serves shoppers at Blanchardstown Centre, guests at the Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown, and visitors to the National Sports Campus. Night buses serve the area, but a taxi is the only direct door-to-door option from the airport.

Fare Breakdown by Tariff

Tariff	When	Estimated Fare
Standard (1)	Mon–Sat, 8am–8pm	€22 – €28
Premium (2)	Mon–Sat 8pm–8am, Sundays	€28 – €36
Special (3)	Fri/Sat midnight–4am, holidays	€36 – €44

A €3 booking fee applies when pre-booked. €1 per extra adult after the first. No luggage charge. For a precise estimate, use the fare calculator.

Journey Time & Route

The drive takes the M50 and the N3 into Blanchardstown — roughly 13 km and 20–30 minutes depending on traffic. You'll be at Blanchardstown Centre, the Crowne Plaza, or the National Sports Campus within half an hour.

Pre-Booking vs Taxi Rank

	Taxi Rank	Pre-Book (CaminoCabs)
Booking fee	€0	€3
Wait time	Varies with arrivals	Driver ready at your time
Fare estimate	No (meter only)	Yes (upfront in app)

For a short hop like this one, the taxi rank outside Arrivals is a solid option when the queue is short — and there's no booking fee from the rank. If you're landing late or want certainty, pre-book through CaminoCabs and your driver will be waiting at Arrivals, with a fare estimate upfront and free waiting time on flight delays.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a taxi from Dublin Airport to Blanchardstown?

€22–€28 during the day (Standard Rate), €28–€36 at night (Premium Rate), and €36–€44 on the Special Rate. A €3 booking fee applies for pre-booked taxis.

How much is a taxi from Dublin Airport to the Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown?

The Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown is about 13 km from Dublin Airport. A taxi there costs €22–€28 by day and €28–€36 at night, and takes 20–30 minutes.

How long does it take from Dublin Airport to Blanchardstown?

20 – 30 min via the M50 and N3, depending on traffic.

Can I pre-book a taxi from Dublin Airport to Blanchardstown?

Yes — pre-book in the app or on WhatsApp for a guaranteed pickup at your arrival time. A €3 booking fee applies for pre-booked trips, and you'll get a fare estimate upfront.

Is there a taxi rank at Dublin Airport for Blanchardstown?

Yes. Taxi ranks run 24/7 directly outside the Arrivals Hall at Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, and there's no booking fee from the rank. See our Dublin Airport taxi rank guide for directions to both ranks.

Are taxis from Dublin Airport to Blanchardstown more expensive at night?

Yes — the night tariff (Premium Rate, Tariff 2) applies 8pm–8am and on Sundays: €28 – €36 instead of €22 – €28. On late weekend nights (Fri/Sat midnight–4am) and holidays, the Special Rate applies: €36 – €44.