Find a Cheaper Electricity Provider and Save Money in 2025!
Call our Selectra agents today for expert and trusted advice on switching electricity providers and make sure that you are getting the cheapest deal on electricity prices. Figures quoted are only available for direct debit payment.
Cormac is Selectra.ie's energy expert along with being the chief content and editorial manager for the website. His aim is to help find the best deal for you and your home energy needs so that you save money on your annual bills. His knowledge and experience of the Irish energy market allows him to offer the best advice and insight into current prices, emerging trends and overall energy saving tips.
Updated on
min reading
In 2025, natural gas in Ireland costs €0.1347 per kWh and is the fifth most expensive among EU countries. The average annual gas bill in Ireland is €1,321.93 on a standard meter. Natural gas prices in Ireland have risen considerably over the last 5 years due mainly to the energy crisis of 2022 following Russia's invasion of Ukraine which triggered huge price increases on the wholesale gas market.
What Is the Price of Natural Gas in Ireland?
In 2025, natural gas in Ireland costs €0.1347 per kWh, making Ireland the fifth most expensive country in the EU for gas.
Ireland has seen a huge increase in the price of natural gas over the last 5 years, with the price rising from €0.06 per kWh in 2020 to almost triple that price in 2025.
*Figures are for illustrative purposes only. All discounts and cashback have been applied to price. Calculations based on average consumption figures. Average annual bill calculated using a weighted average according to the market share of each supplier. Last updated, May 2025
Are Irish Natural Gas Prices More Expensive than in the EU?
In 2025, Ireland has the fifth most expensive gas prices after countries such as Sweden where gas prices are €0.1893 per kWh.
Much like Ireland, European gas prices have seen a huge increase since 2020 brought on by global supply chain issues and geopolitical events such as Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Below, you'll find a graph outlining the cost of gas across the 27 EU member states in 2025.
If you need help to compare energy prices and switch gas suppliers, our dedicated team here at Selectra can help. By calling 📞 01 913 1771 one of our agents will be on hand to offer their expertise and help you make the right choice when finding a cheaper price for your gas.
Why Is Natural Gas More Expensive in Ireland?
Irish households continue to have high bills and there are several factors that influence this, including:
The wholesale cost of gas
Taxes and levies
Supply and transportation
Geopolitical and economic factors
Wholesale Price of Natural Gas
Despite increases in the production of renewable energy, largely down to the expansion and investment in wind energy, Ireland is still dependent on natural gas both for heating. It is also part of our fuel mix to power electricity generators for the national grid.
While Ireland has its own source of natural gas in the form of the Corrib Gas Field off the coast of Co.Mayo, this only accounts for about 58% of our natural gas needs, with the remaining 42% being imported from the UK.
This dependency on the UK may increase in the future as the Corrib Field dwindles.
Given the huge spike in the price of wholesale gas in Europe in 2022, Irish energy suppliers raised their prices significantly, passing on the cost to consumers.
Taxes and Levies
Domestic gas customers are subject to various taxes and levies which raise the cost of gas bills for Irish consumers.
Given that natural gas is a fossil fuel which emits carbon, as part of the government's aim to be carbon-neutral by 2050, it is now subject to taxes and levies to encourage people to move to more renewable sources of energy.
The main taxes and levies you will see on Irish energy bills are:
Gas providers currently charge roughly €0.1 cent per kWh of gas consumed to cover the carbon tax.
For the average household, which consumes 11,000 kWh of gas per year, that's an extra €122 a year, or €10.16 a month (including VAT).
Supply and Transportation
As an island nation, there are extra costs involved in the transportation of natural gas, which in turn increases the price for consumers.
Our gas is imported from the UK via three pipelines from Moffat in Scotland, and there are transmission system costs via entry and exit charges from Moffat.
The final price paid by the consumer also includes on-land transmission and distribution costs of about 40% plus a margin for the supplier.
The Celtic Interconnector, which will connect Ireland's power grid to the European energy market, could result in a drop in the price of gas as Ireland becomes less reliant on gas imports to fuel power generators.
Geopolitical and Economic Factors
Global supply and demand dynamics play a crucial role in gas prices. Events like economic expansion (increasing demand) or outages in gas fields (curtailing supply) can lead to price hikes.
Geopolitical instability or conflicts in gas-producing regions can disrupt supply chains and increase prices. The war in Ukraine, for example, significantly impacted European gas markets.
Currency exchange rates, particularly between the Euro and Pound Sterling, affect the cost of imported gas from the UK.
What Can I Do To Lower My Natural Gas Bills?
Given that gas prices remain high in Ireland and with no significant decrease likely to happen this year, there are some steps you can take to try to lower your gas bills.
🔥 How To Lower Your Gas Bills
Compare and switch gas providers and their prices to see if you can find a better deal.
Invest in a non-gas fuelled means of heating your home, such as a heat pump.
Cormac is Selectra.ie's energy expert along with being the chief content and editorial manager for the website. His aim is to help find the best deal for you and your home energy needs so that you save money on your annual bills. His knowledge and experience of the Irish energy market allows him to offer the best advice and insight into current prices, emerging trends and overall energy saving tips.
Share this article!
The services and products mentioned on this website may only represent a small selection of the options available to you. Selectra encourages you to carry out your own research and seek advice if necessary before making any decisions. We may receive commission from selected partner providers on sales of some products and/or services mentioned within this website. Our website is free to use, and the commission we receive does not affect our opinion or the information we provide.
Looking for Lower Energy Bills in 2025?
Our Energy Experts Are Here to Help You Save Money with Selectra!
⭐ Price comparison service to help you save money on your energy bills
⭐ Personalised and professional advice from our energy experts
*Our energy experts, who specialise in the Irish energy market, are trained representatives of Selectra.ie and offer a free of charge, price comparison service.
Our Call Centre Is Currently Closed, But You Can Still Talk To One Of Our Energy Expert.
Click Here To Schedule a Free Call Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm and One of Our Agents Will Be In Contact With You
*Our energy experts, who specialise in the Irish energy market, are trained representatives of Selectra.ie and offer a free of charge, price comparison service.