Taxi From Dublin Airport to Swords

Who Takes This Route?

Swords is Dublin Airport's neighbouring town — the natural base for travellers staying at the Premier Inn Dublin Airport, business visitors to the Airside retail and business parks, and residents heading home after a flight. The run is short and direct along the R132.

Fare Breakdown by Tariff

Tariff	When	Estimated Fare
Standard (1)	Mon–Sat, 8am–8pm	€12 – €18
Premium (2)	Mon–Sat 8pm–8am, Sundays	€16 – €22
Special (3)	Fri/Sat midnight–4am, holidays	€18 – €24

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 — the old N1 road — north from the airport, roughly 5 km and 8–15 minutes depending on traffic. You'll be at Swords village, the Premier Inn, or Airside within minutes of leaving the terminal.

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 Swords?

€12–€18 during the day (Standard Rate), €16–€22 at night (Premium Rate), and €18–€24 on the Special Rate. A €3 booking fee applies for pre-booked taxis.

How much is a taxi from Dublin Airport to the Premier Inn Swords?

The Premier Inn Dublin Airport is in Swords, about 5 km from the airport. A taxi there costs €12–€18 by day and €16–€22 at night, and takes 8–15 minutes.

How long does it take from Dublin Airport to Swords?

8 – 15 min via the R132, depending on traffic.

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

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 Swords?

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 Swords more expensive at night?

Yes — the night tariff (Premium Rate, Tariff 2) applies 8pm–8am and on Sundays: €16 – €22 instead of €12 – €18. On late weekend nights (Fri/Sat midnight–4am) and holidays, the Special Rate applies: €18 – €24.