Road Trips in Ireland

Ireland offers some of the world's most spectacular driving routes. Our collection covers every corner of the island, from the dramatic cliffs of the Wild Atlantic Way to the ancient sites of the Boyne Valley.

How Long Have You Got?

• One day – pick a single loop close to your base. The Dublin Bay & Howth and Wicklow Mountains drives both work as day trips from Dublin.
• A weekend – one region, one base, no repacking. Kerry, Connemara or the Causeway Coast each fill two to three days comfortably.
• Three to five days – link two neighbouring regions, such as Clare and Galway, or Kerry and West Cork.
• A week or more – string several routes together along the Wild Atlantic Way, allowing a full day for each leg.

Popular Route Types

• Coastal drives – Experience Ireland's dramatic coastline along the Wild Atlantic Way
• Historic routes – Visit ancient castles, monasteries, and megalithic sites
• Scenic mountain passes – Drive through the Wicklow Mountains, Connemara, and Kerry
• Food & drink trails – Explore Ireland's artisan food scene from Cork to Galway

Trip Planning Tips

Each route includes realistic driving times (allow longer than sat nav suggests for Ireland's narrow roads), the best season to visit, and difficulty ratings.