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Block paving in Dublin typically costs €70–€130 per square metre, and porcelain patios €90–€160 per square metre. Enter your area for an estimate.

  • Block paving €70–€130 per m²
  • Porcelain patios €90–€160 per m²
  • Resin-bound options
  • Free quotes from vetted landscapers
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What affects the cost

  • Ground preparation: digging out and a proper sub-base
  • Drainage: water must drain within your property
  • Material: paving, resin or porcelain
  • Access and waste removal

Cost calculator

Get a guide range based on typical 2026 Dublin prices.

A guide only. Your quote will depend on your property, access and the specification you choose.

Planning

Creating or widening an entrance onto a public road usually needs permission. See planning permission for driveways.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a driveway cost per square metre?

Block paving typically costs €70–€130 per m² in Dublin.

Do I need planning permission for a driveway?

Creating or widening an entrance onto a public road usually does.

How long does a driveway take?

Usually 3–7 days for a typical front driveway.

Find vetted contractors for this work

By area:

  • Dublin 15: Blanchardstown, Castleknock, Mulhuddart, Ongar, Hansfield, Ashtown
  • West Dublin & Leixlip: Chapelizod, Palmerstown, Lucan, Leixlip, Adamstown, Clondalkin
  • Dublin North Coast: Raheny, Baldoyle, Donaghmede, Howth, Sutton, Portmarnock, Malahide
  • North Dublin City: Artane, Cabra, Clontarf, Coolock, Drumcondra, East Wall, Fairview, Glasnevin, Phibsborough, Stoneybatter
  • South Dublin City: Ballsbridge, Donnybrook, Sandymount, Ranelagh, Rathgar, Harold's Cross, Churchtown, Dundrum
  • Dún Laoghaire & South Coast: Blackrock, Booterstown, Monkstown, Dún Laoghaire, Dalkey, Killiney
  • Stillorgan, Sandyford & Foxrock: Mount Merrion, Stillorgan, Goatstown, Sandyford, Cherrywood, Cabinteely, Foxrock, Deansgrange
  • North County Dublin: Swords, Lusk, Rush, Skerries
  • South West Dublin: Tallaght, Citywest, Firhouse, Knocklyon, Ballyboden, Templeogue, Walkinstown, Kimmage, Rathfarnham, Terenure

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