Grafton Street Taxi Rank
A 24-hour taxi rank in the heart of Dublin's main shopping district, located right next to St Stephen's Green and Stephen's Green Shopping Centre. Ideal for shoppers, hotel guests, and visitors exploring Grafton Street, Trinity College, and the south city centre.
Where to Find This Rank
The Grafton Street taxi rank is located at the south end of Grafton Street, right beside St Stephen's Green and a short walk from Stephen's Green Shopping Centre.
Rank Details
Taxi Availability &
Practical Info
Honest information about when this rank tends to be busy with available taxis and when you may need alternatives.
Daytime Availability (8am–8pm)
This is when the Grafton Street rank is at its best. Taxis are consistently available throughout the day, with very short waiting times. Perfect for shoppers heading home with bags from Brown Thomas, Stephen's Green Shopping Centre, or the boutiques along Grafton Street, and for visitors leaving St Stephen's Green or the National Museum.
Evening (8pm–11pm)
Availability remains good in the early evening. This rank is convenient if you're coming from dinner around the Grafton Street area, the Gaiety Theatre, or one of the many restaurants and bars near St Stephen's Green. Pre-booking via the CaminoCabs app is recommended if you have a specific pickup time.
Late Night Limitations
This is not the best rank for a late-night taxi after a night out. Most drivers concentrate around the Camden Street, Harcourt Street, and Wexford Street nightlife strip, where demand is highest. If you're at this rank late at night, you may need to wait longer than usual or consider alternatives.
If No Taxis Are Available
If the rank is empty, open the CaminoCabs app — you can see an estimated number of available taxis in the area in real time, and CaminoCabs confirms your booking before the driver arrives, so you know whether a taxi is actually coming. This avoids the frustration of waiting at an empty rank without knowing when one will arrive.
Grafton Street
Taxi Rank FAQ
Is the Grafton Street taxi rank open 24 hours?
Yes. The Grafton Street rank, located beside St Stephen's Green, is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Taxi availability is highest between 8am and 8pm, when there are consistently cars waiting throughout the day.
Where exactly is the Grafton Street taxi rank?
The rank is located at the south end of Grafton Street, right beside St Stephen's Green and a short walk from Stephen's Green Shopping Centre. The exact coordinates are 53.339901° N, 6.260190° W. It's within easy walking distance of Trinity College, Brown Thomas, and the Gaiety Theatre.
Is Grafton Street a good taxi rank for late night?
Not the best option. After 11pm, especially on weekends, most Dublin drivers concentrate around the Camden Street, Harcourt Street, and Wexford Street nightlife area where demand is highest. If you need a late-night taxi from this area, we recommend pre-booking through the CaminoCabs app instead of waiting at the rank.
How much is a taxi from Grafton Street to Dublin Airport?
A taxi from Grafton Street to Dublin Airport (Terminal 1 or Terminal 2) typically costs €28–€35 during the day and €35–€44 at night. The journey is approximately 13 kilometres and takes 25–35 minutes depending on traffic. Use our Dublin taxi fare calculator for an instant estimate.
How much is a taxi from Grafton Street to Temple Bar or the southside?
A taxi from Grafton Street to Temple Bar, Camden Street or the south city centre costs around €8–€12 during the day, depending on traffic. Use the fare calculator for an instant estimate.
Is there a booking fee at this rank?
No. There is no booking fee when you take a taxi directly from a rank — only the metered fare applies. Booking fees of €3 only apply when you pre-book a taxi through an app or by phone.
What if there are no taxis at the Grafton Street rank?
If the rank is empty, open the CaminoCabs app — you'll see an estimated number of available taxis in the area in real time, and the app confirms your booking before the driver arrives. This means you know whether a taxi is actually coming, instead of waiting at an empty rank without certainty.
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About the Grafton Street Taxi Rank
The Grafton Street taxi rank is one of the most convenient 24-hour ranks in Dublin's south city centre, located beside St Stephen's Green and a short walk from Stephen's Green Shopping Centre. It serves shoppers along Grafton Street, visitors to Trinity College and the National Museum, hotel guests around the St Stephen's Green area, and theatregoers from the Gaiety.
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