The TFI 90-minute fare (TFI 90) applies to most journeys in Zone 1, whether you are using multiple services within 90 minutes or taking a single trip. TFI 90 applies to the following services:
You can continue travelling within Zone 1 for free if you travel by train from Zones 2, 3 or 4 and tap-on again in Zone 1 within 90 minutes of your first tap-on.
To get the TFI 90-minute fare, simply use your Leap Card as normal within 90 minutes. You must tap-on every time you board a service to demonstrate you hold a valid ticket for each journey:
As long as you tap-on your last service within 90 minutes of your first, you will qualify for the TFI 90-Minute Fare. You can check how much of your 90 minutes remain on the Leap Top-Up App.
Dublin Commuter Bus services (operated by Bus Éireann and Go-Ahead Ireland) are not eligible for the TFI 90 minute fare or capping
| TFI Leap Card Fares | Adult | Young Adult (19-25)/ Student | Child (5-15) and (16-18) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short | €1.50 | €0.75 | €0.65 |
| TFI 90-Minute | €2.00 | €1.00 | €0.65 |
| Xpresso and Nitelink Services | €2.40 | €1.20 | €1.00 |
Yes, Zone 1 daily and weekly capping and the TFI 90-minute fare apply to all Dublin City Bus services operated by Dublin Bus and Go-Ahead Ireland (Except Express services which cost €2.40), including the entirety of routes 33, 33a, 33x, 65, 65a, L1, L2, L3, X1 and X2 despite them crossing into Zone 2 geographically.
The TFI 90-Minute Fare is deducted at the start of your journey, the second and subsequent journeys are free as long as you tap-on using your Leap card within 90 minutes of the first journey.
To avail of the TFI 90-Minute Fare, you must always tap-on your Leap card at a validator on the platform before boarding a Luas and tap-off when alighting a Luas. This will ensure you have a valid ticket for your journey and you won’t be at risk of receiving a Luas Standard Fare Notice for €100. It will also ensure you get the best value for your journey.
