Dublin travel guide

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You're Going to Love Dublin

With a population of 46,036, Dublin is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Dublin has to offer.

Where to Eat in Dublin

If you’re looking for affordable options, Black Angus Steakhouse - Dublin (4814 Dublin Blvd.) and Burma! Burma! (7294 San Ramon Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Dublin

Dublin in December
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dublin in December
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Dublin

Plane

Although Dublin doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oakland Airport (OAK), which is located 15 miles from Dublin. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Spirit Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dublin departs from Ontario and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Dublin. The train journey from Dublin to Sacramento takes 1h 41m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fresno, expect to pay about $17 for a 3h 58m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dublin is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 27 miles from Dublin. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Dublin using FlixBus or Greyhound. From Burbank, the bus ride to Dublin takes 420 miles and will cost you around $47. From Los Angeles, the ticket costs about $92 for a journey of 425 miles.

Plane

Although Dublin doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oakland Airport (OAK), which is located 15 miles from Dublin. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Spirit Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dublin departs from Ontario and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Dublin. The train journey from Dublin to Sacramento takes 1h 41m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fresno, expect to pay about $17 for a 3h 58m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dublin is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 27 miles from Dublin. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Dublin using FlixBus or Greyhound. From Burbank, the bus ride to Dublin takes 420 miles and will cost you around $47. From Los Angeles, the ticket costs about $92 for a journey of 425 miles.

Airports near Dublin

Airlines serving Dublin

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dublin

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dublin Pleasanton and Extended Stay America Suites - Dublin - Hacienda Dr.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dublin

Most booked hotels in Dublin

Aloft Dublin-Pleasanton
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 352 reviews)
$142+
Sonesta Select San Ramon
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 626 reviews)
$123+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dublin Pleasanton
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 690 reviews)
$122+
Hyatt Place Dublin Pleasanton
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 298 reviews)
$139+
San Ramon Marriott
4 stars
Excellent (8, 245 reviews)
$147+
Hyatt House Pleasanton
3 stars
Good (7.9, 317 reviews)
$159+

Renting a car in Dublin

Renting a car in Dublin costs $77 per day, on average, or $230 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Dublin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Dublin is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Nissan Sentra or similar) are, on average, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Dublin costs $77 per day, on average, or $230 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Dublin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Dublin is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Nissan Sentra or similar) are, on average, 76% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.