Taxi From Dublin Airport to Malahide

Who Takes This Route?

Malahide is Dublin's seaside village on the north coast — home to Malahide Castle, the Grand Hotel, and a marina village centre. This route serves hotel guests, day-trippers visiting the castle, and residents heading home from the airport.

Fare Breakdown by Tariff

Tariff	When	Estimated Fare
Standard (1)	Mon–Sat, 8am–8pm	€18 – €24
Premium (2)	Mon–Sat 8pm–8am, Sundays	€22 – €30
Special (3)	Fri/Sat midnight–4am, holidays	€24 – €30

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 follows the R132 through Swords and turns east along Malahide Road — roughly 8 km and 10–20 minutes depending on traffic. You'll be at the village centre, the Grand Hotel, or the castle grounds well 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 Malahide?

€18–€24 during the day (Standard Rate), €22–€30 at night (Premium Rate), and €24–€30 on the Special Rate. A €3 booking fee applies for pre-booked taxis.

Is the Grand Hotel Malahide far from Dublin Airport?

No — the Grand Hotel Malahide is about 7 km from Dublin Airport, roughly 10–15 minutes by taxi. Expect €15–€20 by day and €20–€26 at night.

How do I get to Malahide Castle from Dublin Airport?

Malahide Castle is in the heart of Malahide village, right beside the DART station. A taxi from Dublin Airport takes 10–20 minutes and costs the standard Malahide fare — €18–€24 by day and €22–€30 at night.

How long does it take from Dublin Airport to Malahide?

10 – 20 min via the R132 and Malahide Road, depending on traffic.

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

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 Malahide?

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 Malahide more expensive at night?

Yes — the night tariff (Premium Rate, Tariff 2) applies 8pm–8am and on Sundays: €22 – €30 instead of €18 – €24. On late weekend nights (Fri/Sat midnight–4am) and holidays, the Special Rate applies: €24 – €30.