Updated 2026-09-06 · Prices in EUR · Recall feed checked daily
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X-rays cost across Ireland

Radiographs, usually of the skull for dental disease or the abdomen for gut and bladder problems. Sedation is common.

€110–€280national typical range (EUR)
Dublinmost expensive city
Waterfordleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

Dublin€240
Drogheda€200
Cork€195
Dundalk€195
Galway€190
Limerick€185
Kilkenny€185
Tralee€180
Sligo€180
Waterford€175
Save money

Ways to pay less

  • Skull x-rays show tooth roots that a visual exam cannot reach.
  • Ask for a copy of the images before any referral.
Insurance check

Insured small pets in Limerick would get roughly €165 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about €27–€56/month for a young small pet.

Full table

All 10 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
Dublin L€135–€350
Drogheda L€110–€285
Cork M€110–€280
Dundalk L€110–€280
Galway C€105–€270
Limerick M€105–€265
Kilkenny L€105–€265
Tralee M€100–€260
Sligo C€100–€260
Waterford M€100–€250
FAQ

Questions

What is the average cost of x-rays in Ireland?

Nationally €110–€280 in 2026. Dublin is the most expensive city we track; Waterford the least.

Why do prices vary so much between cities?

Rent, staff wages, equipment and competition. Big-city specialty hospitals can charge double what a rural clinic does for the same procedure.

Does pet insurance cover x-rays?

Yes, on most accident-and-illness plans after the deductible.

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