Plan about 26 min for the trip from Parnell Place Bus Station to Blackrock, on line 212, 202, 202A, with no transfers, and about 12 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 212 towards Mahon Point East: board at Kent Station, alight at Blackrock Village — 10 stops, 14 min ride.
- Line 202 towards Mahon Point East: board at Merchants Quay, alight at Skehard Lw — 14 stops, 19 min ride.
- Line 202A towards Mahon Point East: board at Merchants Quay, alight at Meadow Gr Est — 16 stops, 23 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Parnell Place Bus Station
The central bus station and city-centre stops on the quays.
Blackrock
A village on the south bank of the Lee estuary, with Blackrock Castle observatory.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Parnell Place Bus Station to Blackrock?
A typical trip takes about 26 minutes, of which roughly 12 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Parnell Place Bus Station to Blackrock?
There is a direct connection — line 212, 202, 202A, no transfers.
From Parnell Place Bus Station onward