What is the point of a Leap Card?


What is the point of a Leap Card? What is it and why should I get it? A TFI Leap Card is a prepaid travel card that is the easiest way to pay your fare on public transport around Ireland. It is valid on most TFI services and commercial bus operators throughout Ireland.


How do I get my money back from my Leap Card?

Simply log-in to your online account, select the 'Refund or Replace' option and follow the process. If your card is lost or stolen and has not been registered, you cannot apply for a replacement/refund.


How much does it cost to buy a Leap Card?

How much does a Young Adult or Student Leap Card cost? You must pay a €5 refundable deposit and add a minimum of €5 travel credit when purchasing the card.


Is it cheaper to use a Leap Card?

TFI Leap Card can be used on all scheduled Bus Éireann services including city, town, commuter, stage carriage and Expressway services. Leap Card fares on Bus Éireann are 30% cheaper than cash single fares, except on Expressway where the Leap Card fare is the same as cash.


Do you tap your Leap Card when you get off the bus?

Don't forget, you must Touch On before and Touch Off after your journey at the Luas stop, including when your journey on Luas is after a journey on another mode. This makes sure you have a valid ticket to travel on Luas and get the TFI 90 Minute Fare. Visit leapcard.iefor more information about TFI 90 Minute Fares.


Is the Leap Visitor card worth it?

Is the Leap Visitor card worth it? The Leap Visitor Card provides you with unlimited travel on Dublin Bus, the Luas an the DART for a set fee. If you're exploring the city, it'll save you time and money if you use public transport to get around.


Can you buy a Leap Card in the post office?

TFI Leap Card Types There are different types of TFI Leap cards available at the post office, or wherever you see a Post Point sign. You can also top up other cards types such as a Child (16-18), Young Adult (19-23) and Student card at any post office or PostPoint outlet.


How negative can a Leap Card be used?

Personalised cards for use with period tickets are provided free-of-charge but without any credit. Customers can only use the card for e-purse transactions when the card is in credit; although a fare can bring the card to a negative balance of up to -€5.


Do Leap cards expire?

Leap Cards can expire based on the card profile expiry date i.e. in the case of Child, Young Adult, Student and Child 16-18 Cards.


Do you tap off Leap Card on Dublin Bus?

TFI Leap Card Fares The correct fare will be deducted for your journey. You will hear a tone when you have successfully touched on. Do not touch off when using the bus.


How long does it take for a Leap Card to arrive?

Orders of Leap Visitor Card are dispatched via standard mail. We aim to dispatch most cards within 2 working days of receipt of your order.


Can I put my Leap Card on my phone?

Click the app and simply hold your Leap Card to the back of your NFC-enabled Android smartphone to instantly check your balance, purchase or collect a pre-paid ticket, or top-up your Leap Card – anytime, anywhere.