Quick answer: For most visitors, a coach day tour is the easiest way to see the Cliffs of Moher from Dublin, and the main operators all charge around €75 for an adult. Our pick is the Wild Rover Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway City tour. You get a full two hours at the cliffs plus two hours in Galway, at the same price as the others. If you’d love a train journey or want to stay over in the west, the rail tour or a do-it-yourself trip via Galway is worth a look.
Ah, the Cliffs of Moher. Sure, half the postcards in Ireland have them on the front. The catch is they’re on the far side of the country in County Clare. The Cliffs of Moher Experience itself warns that a Dublin day tour usually runs from about 7am to 7pm or later, with at least seven hours on the bus. So it pays to pick the right one. Here’s how the options compare for 2026.
Cliffs of Moher Tours from Dublin: 2026 Comparison Table
All prices are adult rates taken from each operator’s own website in October 2026. Times are approximate, as the operators themselves point out.
| Option | Adult price | Length of day | Time at the cliffs | Extras and stops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Rover Tours: Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway City | €75 (student €70) | About 12h 45m (6:55am to 7:40pm) | 2 hours | Cliffs admission included, drive through the Burren with a photo stop if the weather allows, 2 hours in Galway with an optional short walking tour, separate driver and guide |
| Paddywagon Tours: Cliffs of Moher Tour from Dublin | €75 (student/senior €69, child €54) | About 12 hours (7:40am to about 8pm) | About 90 minutes | Cliffs admission included, Kinvara village, the Burren, lunch stop in Liscannor, Bunratty Castle photo stop, free cancellation up to 24 hours before |
| Irish Day Tours (operator of Extreme Ireland): Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway | €75 (student/OAP €70, child €37.50) | About 12h 30m (6:50am to about 7:20pm) | Arrive about 10:30am, lunch stop at 12:45pm | Cliffs visitor centre entry included, pub lunch stop near Fanore, the Burren, Galway City |
| Darby O’Gill Day Tours: Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle | €82 (student/senior €75, child under 16 €69) | About 11h 30m (9:30am to 9pm) | 1.5 hours (4pm to 5:30pm) | Bunratty Castle & Folk Park entry included, cliffs visitor centre entry included, later start |
| Railtours Ireland: Cliffs of Moher One-Day Rail Tour | From US$179 (price shown in USD on its site) | About 15h 30m (6:40am check-in at Heuston to 10:10pm) | Not stated (“plenty of time”) | Reserved train seats both ways, coach from Limerick, Bunratty Castle & Folk Park entry, cliffs admission, the Burren, free time in Galway |
| Do it yourself by public transport (via Galway or Ennis) | Train or bus fares plus cliffs admission (gate price €15) | Best as an overnight trip | As long as you like | Bus Éireann Route 350 runs Galway to the cliffs to Ennis |
| Self-drive | Car hire and fuel plus admission (gate price €15) | Up to you | As long as you like | Admission includes parking, and you can arrive early or late to beat the crowds |
Wild Rover Tours: Our Top Pick for Most Visitors
We recommend Wild Rover first for a simple reason: it gives you the most time at the cliffs of the €75 coach tours. You get two hours there, compared with 90 minutes on Paddywagon’s classic route.
The coach leaves the Gresham Hotel on O’Connell Street at 6:55am, with a second pick-up at College Green at 7am. It reaches the cliffs at around 10:45 to 11am. That early arrival matters, because the visitor centre says its peak is 11am to 4pm, so you’ll beat most of the crowds. Admission to the visitor centre and its Atlantic Edge exhibition is included.
Next comes the Wild Atlantic Way through the Burren, with a photo stop when the weather and road allow. Then you get about two hours in Galway, with an optional short walking tour. You leave Galway at 4:30pm and get back to D’Olier Street at about 7:40pm.
A few other things we like:
- Every tour has a separate driver and guide, so your storyteller isn’t also the one driving.
- It runs seven days a week, except 17 March and 24 to 26 December, and the booking page says it runs on Easter Sunday too.
- You can stay overnight in Galway if you let them know.
Adults pay €75 and students €70. The tour isn’t suitable for children under 3. Book the Wild Rover Cliffs of Moher tour here, or read our full Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway City tour guide.
Good to know: There are no toilets on board, so comfort breaks are built into the day. The road from the cliffs to Galway is winding, so bring travel-sickness tablets if you need them.
Paddywagon Tours: The Classic Route with More Village Stops
Paddywagon’s green coaches have been on the road since 1998. Its classic tour costs €75 for adults, €69 for students and seniors and €54 for children, with pick-ups from 7:40am on Lower Gardiner Street.
The appeal is variety. You get about 20 minutes in Kinvara by Dunguaire Castle, a drive through the Burren, an hour for lunch in Liscannor, about 90 minutes at the cliffs and a photo stop at Bunratty Castle on the way home. You’re back around 8pm. Cliffs admission and free cancellation up to 24 hours before are included. Choose this one if you’d rather see villages than Galway city.
Irish Day Tours (Extreme Ireland)
Extreme Ireland’s tours now run under the Irish Day Tours name, from the same company, Extreme Event Ireland Ltd. Its trip leaves the Molly Malone statue at 6:50am, reaches the cliffs at about 10:30am and stops for a pub lunch near Fanore at 12:45pm. It then visits the Burren and Galway and gets back around 7:20pm. Adults pay €75 and children €37.50. Read the small print: the tour needs at least eight passengers to run, and cancellations get a voucher or credit note rather than a refund.
Darby O’Gill Day Tours: The Lie-In Option
Can’t face a 7am bus? Darby O’Gill leaves St Stephen’s Green at a civilised 9:30am. You get two hours at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park (entry included) and 90 minutes at the cliffs from 4pm, after the peak, and you’re back at 9pm. At €82 for adults it’s the dearest coach tour, but it includes two paid attractions.
Railtours Ireland: Cliffs of Moher by Train
Prefer trains to coaches? Railtours Ireland’s rail tour leaves Heuston at 7am (check in 6:40am), with a host all the way to Limerick. A coach then takes you to Bunratty Castle & Folk Park (entry included), a pub lunch, the cliffs and the Burren. You get free time in Galway before the train back, arriving at Heuston at 10:10pm. It’s the longest and dearest option, listed from US$179 on its site when we checked. In return, you get legroom and far fewer hours on twisty roads.
Doing It Yourself: Public Transport or Self-Drive
By train and bus via Galway or Ennis
There’s no direct public transport from Dublin. Take the train to Galway, or to Ennis via Limerick, then a bus. Bus Éireann Route 350 runs up to ten times a day in each direction in summer. On the summer 2026 timetable, Galway to the cliffs takes about two hours. Timetables change, so check before you go. Honestly, this works best with a night in Galway, Doolin or Ennis.
Self-drive
Driving gives you the most freedom, including sunrise or sunset visits, which the visitor centre recommends. Parking opposite the visitor centre is included in your admission. Just remember it’s a long drive home when you’re tired. Collecting a hire car? See our Dublin Airport transport guide.
Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre: 2026 Ticket Prices and Opening Hours
All the coach and rail tours above include admission. If you’re going independently, the 2026 gate rates are:
- Adult: €15
- Student: €12
- Senior (over 65): €12
- Family (2 adults, 2 children under 12): €30
- Children under 12 go free with a parent or guardian, up to four children
Booking online is cheaper, by up to 45% according to the official site, especially in the off-peak slots (8am to 11am, and 4pm to closing). Opening hours are 9am to 5pm from November to February, 8am to 7pm in March, April, September and October, and 8am to 9pm from May to August.
Which Cliffs of Moher Tour Should You Book?
- Best all-rounder: Wild Rover. It has the most time at the cliffs for €75, gets you there before the crowds, and gives you a proper stop in Galway.
- Best for villages and castles: Paddywagon’s classic route, with stops in Kinvara, Liscannor and Bunratty.
- Best for a later start: Darby O’Gill, leaving at 9:30am.
- Best for train lovers: Railtours Ireland.
- Best for slow travellers: Stay over and use the 350 bus, or drive.
Planning more than one trip out of the city? See our top 10 day tours from Dublin, and consider pairing the cliffs with the Belfast & Giant’s Causeway tour or the Kilkenny, Wicklow & Glendalough tour. Wild Rover offers multi-tour discounts when you book more than one of its day tours.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Cliffs of Moher tour from Dublin in 2026?
Most coach tours, including Wild Rover, Paddywagon and Irish Day Tours, cost €75 for an adult. Darby O’Gill is €82, and the Railtours rail tour costs more.
Is admission to the Cliffs of Moher included in day tours?
Yes, on every tour compared here. Going on your own, the adult gate price is €15, and booking online is cheaper.
How long do you get at the cliffs on a day tour?
Wild Rover gives you two hours. Paddywagon’s classic tour and Darby O’Gill give you about 90 minutes.
Can I get to the Cliffs of Moher from Dublin by public transport?
Yes, but not directly. Take the train to Galway, then Bus Éireann Route 350, which takes about two hours. It’s best with an overnight stay.
Do Cliffs of Moher tours run in winter?
Yes. Wild Rover runs all year except 17 March and 24 to 26 December. From November to February the visitor centre is open 9am to 5pm.
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