Trinity College Dublin: Location, Map, and Transport Guide
Where is Trinity located?
Trinity College Dublin is situated in the heart of Dublin city. The 47-acre campus acts as a gateway between Dublin’s shopping districts (Grafton Street) and the Innovation Business District.
Location Rankings
Ireland: A Safe, Global Hub
Ireland is consistently ranked among the safest and happiest nations globally, it provides a secure and welcoming environment for international students.
Global Rankings & Quality of Life
Ireland’s reputation for safety and opportunity is backed by leading international indices:
| Metric | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Quality of Life | #11 in the World | UN Human Development Index 2024 |
| Global Happiness | #15 in the World | World Happiness Report 2025 |
| Global Peace | Top 10 Globally | Global Peace Index |
Find out more about rankings.
Ireland is the European headquarters for many of the world’s leading companies, offering Trinity graduates unrivaled access to career opportunities
- Tech Giants: Google, Meta, Microsoft, Intel, HP.
- Pharma & Bio: Pfizer and leading extensive R&D facilities.
1United Nations Human Development Index, 2024.
2 The World Happiness Report, 2025.
Why Ireland
A vibrant European capital at your doorstep
Trinity College Dublin sits at the very heart of Dublin city centre, meaning the city’s cultural, social, and professional life revolves around the university campus. Dublin is a young, cosmopolitan capital that balances bustling urban energy with easy access to nature.
Life in the City Centre Our central location offers students immediate access to the best of Dublin culture and convenience:
- Culture & Arts: World-class museums, theatres, and galleries are within a few minutes' walk.
- Shopping & Dining: The campus opens onto Grafton Street and Henry Street, Dublin’s premier shopping districts, surrounded by student-friendly cafés and restaurants.
- Nature & Outdoors: Relax in Phoenix Park (one of Europe’s largest urban parks) or take a short train ride to the coastline and Dublin Mountains.
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How to get to Trinity College Dublin
Public Transport Options (Luas, DART, Bus)
Trinity’s central location makes it highly accessible for all forms of public transport: Trinity has its own LUAS (tram) station and there is a DART (Dublin’s suburban rail
system) station opposite the campus. A large number of Dublin’s bus services pass by the University and national bus routes are only a few minutes walk away.
Distance from Dublin Airport
Dublin’s two main train stations are in close proximity, while Dublin airport is 13km (8 miles) from the campus and is directly accessible via bus or taxi. Find out more here.