The last DART from Dublin to Bray leaves around 11:30 PM on weekdays and Saturdays, and at the same time on Sundays.
What time is last DART?
DART trains wrap up service at roughly 11:30 PM each night.
They actually run until midnight, but the final trains clear central stations by 11:30 PM. To avoid missing yours, get to the platform five minutes early. Times can shift slightly due to engineering or seasonal tweaks, so check the Irish Rail website or app on the day you travel.
What time is last DART from Connolly?
The last southbound DART from Connolly to Bray pulls out at 11:25 PM on weekdays and Saturdays, and 11:25 PM on Sundays.
This is the final train that stops at every DART station south of Connolly. If you need to switch lines, aim to reach Connolly by 11:15 PM. Platform changes and exact times are posted on the Irish Rail Journey Planner and on the station’s digital screens.
What time is the last DART from Blackrock?
The last northbound DART from Blackrock leaves at 11:27 PM on weekdays and Saturdays, and 11:27 PM on Sundays.
Heading south instead? The final train leaves Blackrock at 11:55 PM, but it only goes as far as Greystones. Always double-check the boards—engineering work or holidays can nudge these times by a few minutes.
Where does the DART start and end?
The DART runs from Howth in north County Dublin all the way to Greystones in south County Wicklow.
There are 31 stations along the route. Key hubs include Connolly, Tara Street, Pearse, and Dún Laoghaire. The whole trip covers about 40 miles and takes around 55 minutes end to end. Timetables and map PDFs are waiting for you on Irish Rail’s DART page.
What time is last DART from Greystones?
The last northbound DART from Greystones departs at 11:20 PM on weekdays and Saturdays, and 11:20 PM on Sundays.
That’s also the final southbound train from Greystones, arriving in Dublin at 11:55 PM. After that, you’re looking at buses or taxis. The electronic boards inside the station will show any last-minute platform swaps.
Does DART run today?
Yes—trains run every single day except Christmas Day and Good Friday.
Off-peak service runs every ten minutes, while peak times see trains every seven to fifteen minutes. Sundays and holidays drop to a 20-minute gap. Irish Rail posts any changes at least three days ahead on their service updates page.
Does the DART go to Donabate?
Nope—Donabate isn’t on the DART network.
It’s served by the Dublin–Drogheda commuter line, which uses diesel or hybrid trains instead of the electric DART fleet. The closest DART stops are Malahide and Clongriffin; hop on at Malahide if you need to continue south on the DART.
What time do DART trains stop running?
Trains start around 5:00 AM and finish near 11:30 PM daily.
After 10:00 PM the frequency drops to every thirty minutes, so always check the timetable if you’re travelling late. The first northbound train from Greystones leaves at 5:20 AM sharp.
What stations does the DART serve?
The DART calls at 31 stations between Howth and Greystones.
Big-name stops include Howth, Sutton, Bayside, Raheny, Clontarf, Tara Street, Pearse, Dún Laoghaire, Dalkey, Killiney, and Greystones. Every station has step-free access from street to platform. You’ll find a full alphabetical list with journey times on the Irish Rail stations page.
Are DARTs running to Greystones?
Not always—some weekends the track between Dalkey and Greystones is closed for repairs.
When that happens, DARTs terminate at Dalkey and Dublin Bus accepts your rail ticket for the rest of the trip. Irish Rail announces weekend closures at least two weeks ahead, so always verify before you leave.
Does the DART go to Dun Laoghaire?
Absolutely—DART trains roll straight into Dún Laoghaire from the city centre.
The trip from Connolly takes about 25 minutes. Once you arrive, it’s a two-minute walk to the town centre and ferry terminal. Wheelchair users can use the lift at the Connolly end of the platform.
How late can you buy advance train tickets?
Most Advance tickets must be bought by 6:00 PM the day before you travel.
A handful of “Advance Purchase of the Day” tickets are held until 15 minutes before departure, but only on certain routes. Booking early almost always saves you money; check availability on Irish Rail’s ticket page.
What does DART stand for?
In rail terms, DART stands for Dublin Area Rapid Transit.
You won’t hear locals throwing around the acronym much—everyone just says “the DART.” Other meanings like Disaster Assistance Response Team have nothing to do with Irish Rail.
Who designed the DART?
The modern DART fleet was designed by Iarnród Éireann with Spanish manufacturer CAF.
The 43000-class electric units entered service between 2000 and 2004, replacing the original 8100/8200 series EMUs from the 1980s. For the full technical specs, grab the CAF brochure on the CAF website.
What time is the first DART from Greystones?
The first northbound DART from Greystones leaves at 5:20 AM every day.
Heading the other way? Southbound trains start at 4:50 AM, so you can be on the move from Greystones as early as 4:50 AM. Off-peak trains run every twenty minutes until 7:00 AM, then every ten to fifteen minutes through the rest of the day.
