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Does Eurail go to Ireland?

The Eurail One Country Ireland pass allows you to use trains in the Republic of Irland and Northern Ireland. If you need a pass for both Countries, you can buy an Eurail Global Pass valid in 33 countries in Europe.



Yes, the Eurail Pass officially covers Ireland, including both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. In 2026, you can use a "Eurail Global Pass" for unlimited travel on the Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) network in the south and the Translink (NI Railways) network in the north. Additionally, there is a dedicated "Eurail Ireland Pass" for those who only wish to explore the Emerald Isle. This makes it easy to travel between major cities like Dublin, Belfast, Cork, and Galway. It is important to note that while the train travel is covered, most Irish trains do not require seat reservations, which is a significant "cost-saving" perk compared to the high-speed networks in France or Italy. Furthermore, your Eurail Pass often entitles you to discounted ferry travel on routes operated by Irish Ferries or Stena Line between Ireland and Britain or France. This makes the pass an incredibly versatile tool for those looking to combine a visit to the Irish countryside with a broader European rail adventure.

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Eurail passes do not cover local transport like trams or metros, only intercity trains. Rail Europe is another company that offers similar European train passes.

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Taking a ferry to Ireland Catching the ferry from England to Ireland is one of the easiest ways to travel to the Emerald Isle and is cheaper than flying. There's only one ferry route that'll take you from Liverpool to Dublin which runs 17 trips daily and is operated by P & O Irish Sea.

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If you're a UK citizen, you can still travel with an Interrail Pass – this won't change as a result of the Brexit. Check the UK Government advice on how Brexit will affect travel to the EU.

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Under British law, Irish citizens are entitled to enter and live in the United Kingdom without any restrictions or conditions. They also have the right to vote, work, study and access welfare and healthcare services.

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Irish citizens have unrestricted residence rights in the UK As well as being able to travel freely to the UK, Irish citizens can take up long-term residence with no visa or work permit requirements, and are treated as though they have permanent immigration status or British citizenship.

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However travelling by train is generally a comfortable way to see Ireland. For journeys between Dublin and Cork and Dublin and Tralee and points in between the train is generally faster than driving or taking the bus.

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The low season from November to February is the best time for a cheap stay in Ireland.

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We ask for your passport or ID number for safety and verification that the Pass you are travelling with is actually yours. You may be asked to show your passport or ID card when your Pass is being checked by ticket inspectors, so the number on your Pass should match the number on the passport or ID you are carrying.

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You can hop on and off most trains as you please with your Eurail Pass, but some trains ask you to buy an additional seat reservation before you can jump aboard.

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