# Iarnród Éireann

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# deeper undergound

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.

60.2k

Nov 14th 2016, 3:49 PM

# Commuter

'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.”

19.5k

Oct 25th 2016, 6:30 AM

# Sponsored By Irish Rail

15 gorgeous places to visit around Ireland this autumn

Nothing better than a nature walk.

34.8k

Oct 14th 2016, 2:19 PM

CCTV footage catches a 4X4 pulling down the gates at a level crossing

The incident happened in Barberstown, Co Kildare.

30.0k

Oct 12th 2016, 9:55 AM

# Collisions

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.

39.3k

Sep 4th 2016, 1:00 PM

# Trainspotting

18 experiences every Irish Rail passenger will relate to

That train jacks smell!

9.9k

Jul 21st 2016, 9:30 PM

# tag on

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.

11.8k

Jun 23rd 2016, 3:19 PM

# stop look listen

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.

23.2k

Jun 10th 2016, 3:01 PM

# limerick-ennis

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.

21.4k

May 17th 2016, 6:00 AM

# delays on the way

Going anywhere by train today? Expect delays

These are going to be issues with services on Saturdays throughout the summer.

14.2k

Apr 16th 2016, 1:33 PM

# rollback

Irish Rail postpones its plans for 10-minute Darts

The company said it was due to the “intransigence” of unions.

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Mar 30th 2016, 9:27 AM

# Logjam

Drivers on 10 minute Darts: 'We need to talk about pay first.'

The dispute over the new Dart timetable is ongoing.

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Mar 21st 2016, 10:45 PM

# Roster Row

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.

13.9k

Mar 14th 2016, 11:57 AM

# Iarnród Éireann

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.

60.5k

Feb 25th 2016, 10:09 PM

# seats are not for feet

The 10 Unwritten Rules of Irish Rail

Buck up, everyone.

12.5k

Feb 11th 2016, 11:49 AM

# commuting woes

Will increased Dart frequency make traffic in Dublin worse?

Irish Rail has said better public transport is the only solution to traffic congestion.

16.3k

Dec 10th 2015, 6:01 AM

# Dublin

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.

17.1k

Dec 9th 2015, 12:42 PM

# Last Chance

Rail strike talks continue into the night

The three-hour work stoppage was expected to hit thousands.

27.0k

Nov 5th 2015, 10:58 PM

# reduced services

If you're getting the Dart this bank holiday weekend be aware of some disruption

Services aren’t running north of Pearse Station.

8.3k

Oct 24th 2015, 12:28 PM

# getting out of the house

Do you know what Irish people love? Taking the bus...

… and the train (and coach trips).

14.4k

Jun 4th 2015, 6:24 PM

# Dispute

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.

5.9k

Jan 21st 2015, 2:46 PM

# Orient Express

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.

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Nov 7th 2014, 6:00 PM

# kent station

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.

30.3k

Nov 7th 2014, 3:24 PM

# choo choo choose you

Ireland's 'Best Train Station' has been named

A public vote decided the winner for 2014.

40.8k

Oct 13th 2014, 2:16 PM

# Travel Chaos

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.

10.8k

Aug 25th 2014, 7:58 PM

# Derailed

Exporters rail against All-Ireland train strikes

Industrial action could have lasting consequences for rail travel, the IEA said.

10.7k

Aug 21st 2014, 3:37 PM

# Irish Rail

Talk of closing railway stations "totally premature"

A review of rail services is currently underway in anticipation of Budget 2015.

19.3k

Aug 18th 2014, 4:18 PM

Evening Wrap

The 5 at 5 5 minutes, 5 stories, 5 o’clock…

5.1k

Jul 9th 2014, 4:48 PM

# get on board

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.

8.3k

Jul 8th 2014, 11:15 AM

# Going nowhere

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.

8.3k

Jun 4th 2014, 7:08 PM

# that's mad ted

Letting your friends book train tickets for you can have interesting results

As if travelling by train isn’t stressful enough, eh?

5.7k

Apr 29th 2014, 11:40 AM

# Very Important Putin

What is Vladimir Putin doing in Portarlington?

You wouldn’t want to steal this lad’s seat.

3.7k

Mar 28th 2014, 2:55 PM

# stay behind this line

Irish Rail should really think about hiring an Irish speaker...

They’ve got it wrong TWICE.

4.7k

Feb 9th 2014, 3:26 PM

# LRC

Iarnród Éireann workers may face pay cuts from next month

The choice on whether to accept the wage reduction lies with employees, says union.

7.4k

Feb 4th 2014, 9:51 AM

# fox hunt

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.

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Jan 12th 2014, 7:58 PM

# Stormwatch

Travel disruption as high winds continue

Roads, rail, air and sea are all affected as Ireland takes a battering.

46.6k

Dec 27th 2013, 2:09 PM

# Drugs

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.

55.3k

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Dec 22nd 2013, 7:45 AM

# sligo train

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.

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Dec 2nd 2013, 3:50 PM

# fare cap

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.

19.8k

Nov 13th 2013, 4:04 PM

# Fire

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.

47.3k

Nov 4th 2013, 8:55 PM