Lost item on public transport — contact details
Email addresses and phone numbers for all major Irish transport providers
Quick Action Steps
- Contact the transport provider immediately using the details below
- Provide specific details: route, time, seat number (if applicable)
- Get a reference number for your lost property report
- Check back regularly - items are often found days later
Dublin Public Transport
Dublin Bus
Lost Property Phone:
01 703 1321
Lost Property Office:
Earl Place, Dublin 1
Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8:30am-5:30pm
Sat: 9:00am-2:00pm
Online:
Luas
Phone:
1800 300 604
Lost Property:
Red Cow Depot, Naas Road, Dublin 22
Collection Hours:
Mon-Fri: 10:00am-6:00pm
Online Form:
DART / Irish Rail
Phone:
0818 366 222 (LoCall) / 01 836 6222
Lost Property Office:
Connolly Station, Dublin 1
Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri: 9:00am-5:00pm
Email:
Go-Ahead Ireland (Dublin)
Phone:
0818 294 015
From abroad:
+353 1 575 6110
Lost Property:
Online form at goaheadireland.ie
National Transport Services
Bus Éireann
Customer Care:
0818 836 611 (LoCall) / +353 1 836 6111
Lost Property:
Contact your departure station
Email:
Online:
Irish Rail (Intercity)
Phone:
0818 366 222 (LoCall) / 01 836 6222
Lost Property:
Contact your arrival station first
Major Stations:
Dublin Heuston: 01 703 2132
Cork Kent: 021 450 6766
Galway: 091 564 222
Cork Public Transport
Bus Éireann (Cork City)
Cork Office:
021 450 8188
Lost Property:
Parnell Place Bus Station, Cork
Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri: 9:00am-5:30pm
Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm
Private Transport Services
Aircoach
Phone:
01 844 7118
Email:
Dublin Coach
Phone:
01 465 9972
Email:
Pro Tips for Better Results
- Be specific: Provide exact route numbers, departure times, and seat numbers if available
- Act quickly: Contact the transport provider within 24 hours for best results
- Get a reference: Always ask for a reference number when reporting lost items
- Check multiple times: Items are often found during vehicle cleaning cycles
- Describe accurately: Provide detailed descriptions including brand, color, and any unique features
- Bring ID: You'll need photo identification when collecting items
Don't Forget These Steps
- Post on Lost.ie: Create a listing with photos and detailed description
- Check social media: Many transport companies post found items on their social accounts
- Contact stations: If traveling intercity, contact both departure and arrival stations
- Return later: Items often turn up days or weeks later during deep cleaning