How Much Do Printed Paper Bags Cost in Ireland?

If you are researching printed paper bag cost before committing to branded carrier bags, the honest answer is: it depends on bag style, size, print coverage and quantity — but most Irish businesses can plan around clear starting points.

Typical printed paper bag pricing

Flat handle paper bags — economical for cafés, delis and takeaway — often start from around €0.18 per unit at 500 units. Twisted handle carrier bags — premium retail and gift packaging — typically start from around €0.35 per unit at 500 units.

Larger runs (1,000, 3,000, 10,000+) usually reduce the per-bag cost. For style comparisons, see our paper bags with logo guide or the paper bags Ireland hub.

What affects the price?

• Bag style — flat handle vs twisted handle vs SOS plain stock
• Size — Small, Medium and Large use different amounts of paper
• Quantity — custom print MOQ is usually 500 units; higher volume lowers unit cost
• Ink coverage — full-wrap designs use more ink than a centred logo
• Paper colour — kraft, white or black base can affect material cost
• Delivery — nationwide delivery is standard from Ashbourne, Co. Meath

Custom print vs plain paper bags

Custom paper bags with logo suit operators who want branded takeaway or retail packaging from 500 units. If you only need plain kraft SOS bags for everyday use, plain paper bags are usually the better fit — order by the case online. Busy sites reordering regularly should also look at wholesale paper bags.

How to get an accurate quote

Send your logo, preferred bag style (flat handle or twisted handle), sizes, estimated quantity and delivery county. Production is typically 10–14 business days after artwork approval. Use our printed flat handle bags or twisted handle bags pages if you are still deciding on style.