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Monday 2 October 2023 Dublin: 14°C

# Iarnród Éireann

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The Phoenix Park rail tunnel will open for passengers from next week
The tunnel will allow passengers coming from Newbridge and Celbridge travel directly to Grand Canal Dock in Dublin.
'Delays due to leaves on tracks': Here's the science behind those Dart delays
According to Iarnród Éireann “…mulch is to rails what ice is to roads.”
15 gorgeous places to visit around Ireland this autumn
Nothing better than a nature walk.
CCTV footage catches a 4X4 pulling down the gates at a level crossing
The incident happened in Barberstown, Co Kildare.
Irish Rail tells truckers to 'wise up' after 68 bridge strikes this year
The rail company released a video today to highlight the dangers of hitting bridges and the damage it can cause.
18 experiences every Irish Rail passenger will relate to
That train jacks smell!
More and more people are using the train and Luas
Iarnród Éireann and the Luas brought in over €200 million from passenger revenue in 2015.
Woman pushing pram was hit by level crossing barrier last year
It was one of nearly 90 incidents in which a vehicle, person or property was struck by a train or barrier.
After five months under water, this flooded railway line is finally set to re-open*
*Subject to a successful test run this afternoon, that is.
Going anywhere by train today? Expect delays
These are going to be issues with services on Saturdays throughout the summer.
Irish Rail postpones its plans for 10-minute Darts
The company said it was due to the “intransigence” of unions.
Drivers on 10 minute Darts: 'We need to talk about pay first.'
The dispute over the new Dart timetable is ongoing.
Talks aim to avert Dart stoppages after drivers back strike over 10-minute service
The two sides of the dispute disagree over whether plans for a more frequent service constitute a productivity issue.
Train taken out of service after students leave vomit and other fluids behind
Iarnród Éireann has said that the train will have to be deep cleaned.
The 10 Unwritten Rules of Irish Rail
Buck up, everyone.
Will increased Dart frequency make traffic in Dublin worse?
Irish Rail has said better public transport is the only solution to traffic congestion.
Going to any Christmas parties? Late night trains have you covered from tomorrow
Extended services will run the two weekends before Christmas and on New Year’s Eve.
Rail strike talks continue into the night
The three-hour work stoppage was expected to hit thousands.
If you're getting the Dart this bank holiday weekend be aware of some disruption
Services aren’t running north of Pearse Station.
Do you know what Irish people love? Taking the bus...
… and the train (and coach trips).
Iarnród Éireann says there's 'no basis' for possible train driver strike
The NBRU said it will move to ballot train drivers for industrial action.
A luxury sleeper train will soon be arriving on Ireland's railways
The service will provide tours of up to six nights around the country.
Cork train station canopy collapsed after poles snapped in gale force winds
A report into the incident has also found that signatures were missing from inspection reports.
Ireland's 'Best Train Station' has been named
A public vote decided the winner for 2014.
Get caught by today's rail strike? There's two more planned (and unions won't rule out even more)
The next 48-hour stoppage starts on the day of the All-Ireland Hurling Final.
Exporters rail against All-Ireland train strikes
Industrial action could have lasting consequences for rail travel, the IEA said.
Talk of closing railway stations "totally premature"
A review of rail services is currently underway in anticipation of Budget 2015.
Leap Cards to be extended to Cork, but which counties are next in line?
The cards are already usable on buses in the county and the scheme will extend to trains by early 2015.
Irish Rail workers vote for industrial action but don't want to strike
SIPTU said industrial action will only happen if changes to pay and conditions are implemented without agreement.
Letting your friends book train tickets for you can have interesting results
As if travelling by train isn’t stressful enough, eh?
What is Vladimir Putin doing in Portarlington?
You wouldn’t want to steal this lad’s seat.
Irish Rail should really think about hiring an Irish speaker...
They’ve got it wrong TWICE.
Iarnród Éireann workers may face pay cuts from next month
The choice on whether to accept the wage reduction lies with employees, says union.
Foxhounds killed after being hit by Iarnród Éireann train
A number of fox hounds that were out on a hunt were struck by a train travelling to Dublin.
Travel disruption as high winds continue
Roads, rail, air and sea are all affected as Ireland takes a battering.
Parents 'gobsmacked' after autistic son pricked by syringe on train
The seven-year-old is now getting a course of shots against hepatitis B and C.
Irish Rail apologises after passengers have to stand in carriage aisles
Passengers who booked a seat online for this specific train, but did not get their seat, are entitled to a refund.
Leap Card users will pay no more than €10 a day
The new maximum limit also caps fares at €40 per week across Dublin Bus, Iarnród Éireann and Luas but users of only one service could end up paying more.
Water restrictions cause ‘big problem’ for fire brigade at derelict building blaze
The fire meant Connolly Station had to close platforms 6 and 7 in both directions earlier this evening.