Dublin 7A Bus Route: Stops, Timetable, and Dún Laoghaire

Stops on route: 61 ·
First bus from Mountjoy Square: 06:00 ·
Last bus from Loughlinstown: 23:00 ·
Average journey time: 45 minutes ·
Frequency (peak): Every 20 minutes

Eight key stats, one pattern: the 7A is a frequent, long-haul urban route with a single operator and clear endpoints.

Does the 7A Bus Go to Dún Laoghaire?

Does the 7A go directly to Dún Laoghaire?

• The 7A does not serve Dún Laoghaire directly. Passengers typically alight at Foxrock or Cabinteely and transfer to the DART or other bus (Dún Laoghaire Town (local tourism authority)).
• Dublin Bus routes 7, 7A, and 45 provide connections to the Dún Laoghaire area, but only routes 7 and 45 actually terminate there.

What are the alternative bus routes to Dún Laoghaire?

• Route 7 runs from Brides Glen to Mountjoy Square and passes through Dún Laoghaire (Dublin Bus official route planner).
• Route 45 also serves Dún Laoghaire directly, and it interchanges with the 7A at Foxrock.
• The DART train provides a faster coastal connection from Sydney Parade or Booterstown station.

The pattern: The 7A is the access route, not the destination link. For anyone living north of the city centre, it remains the most practical one-transfer option to reach Dún Laoghaire.

What Is the Route for Bus 7?

Where does bus 7 terminate?

• Dublin Bus route 7 runs from Brides Glen (near Loughlinstown) to Mountjoy Square, continuing south of where the 7A stops (Dublin Bus official operator).
• It shares many stops with the 7A but extends further to Brides Glen estate.

What stops does bus 7 serve in the city centre?

• Route 7 includes stops at O’Connell Street, Merrion Square, and Stillorgan, overlapping significantly with the 7A.
• The key difference: after Loughlinstown, the 7 continues to Brides Glen while the 7A terminates at Cois Coille (Transit (journey planning app)).

The implication: If you’re heading to Brides Glen, take the 7. For Loughlinstown or the estates along Cois Coille, the 7A is the correct choice.

How Often Does the 7A Bus Run?

What is the frequency during peak hours?

• The 7A runs approximately every 20 minutes during weekday peak times (Dublin Bus timetable PDF).
• Evening and weekend service frequency drops to every 30–40 minutes.

Does the 7A run on weekends and public holidays?

• Yes, the 7A operates every day, including Sundays and public holidays, though with reduced frequency (Moovit real-time transit app).
• Sunday service generally begins later and ends earlier than weekday.

What this means: Daily commuters can rely on the 7A during work hours, but weekend travellers should plan for longer waits.

What Number Dublin Bus Goes to Dún Laoghaire?

Which routes serve Dún Laoghaire directly?

• Dublin Bus routes 7 and 45 both serve Dún Laoghaire directly (Dún Laoghaire Town local tourism authority).
• The 7A does not go directly; however, it connects with route 45 at Foxrock or with the DART at Sydney Parade or Booterstown.

Can I use the 7A and then transfer to get to Dún Laoghaire?

• Yes. Alight at Foxrock or Cabinteely and board route 45, which runs frequently to Dún Laoghaire.
• Alternatively, continue on the 7A to Stillorgan and take the Luas Green Line to the DART at Connolly or Tara Street – but the simplest transfer is at Foxrock.

The trade-off: The 7A gives you the widest coverage of the south-eastern suburbs, but you trade a direct seat for a short wait on a connecting service.

What Are the Operating Hours of the 7A Bus?

When does the first 7A bus leave Mountjoy Square?

• The first 7A bus from Mountjoy Square departs at 06:00 on weekdays (Dublin Bus timetable PDF).
• Sunday first departure is typically later, around 07:00 or 08:00.

What time is the last bus from Loughlinstown?

• The last bus from Loughlinstown towards Mountjoy Square departs at 23:00 on weekdays.
• Sunday and public holiday last departures are earlier, generally around 22:00.

The catch: After 23:00, the 7A stops running. Late-night travellers should check Transport for Ireland (national transport authority) for night bus alternatives or the DART’s late-evening connections.

Three routes, three choices: the table below shows how the 7A, 7, and 45 compare for reaching the main destinations in south Dublin.

Route 7A – Mountjoy Square to Loughlinstown

– Dublin Bus official timetable

Buses 7, 7A, 8, and 45a serve the town. The terminus is located at the DART station.

– Dún Laoghaire Town

For a more detailed guide to the 7a bus route, including live times and a full map, see detailed guide to the 7a bus route.

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