News - Irish RAIL

Local rail line operating as normal following yesterday's suspension

Services between Athlone and Westport were stopped after a freight train failure near Knockcroghery.

May 29, 2026 17:46

Rail operators say major delays are expected until further notice.

May 28, 2026 17:38

It's costs up to 4 euro and 50 cents a day to park there.

May 23, 2026 12:54

May 14, 2026 17:39

This an initiative which aims to prevent and detect anti-social behaviour on board public transport rail services.

May 6, 2026 17:26

The figures come as Irish Rail highlight the importance of reporting incidents on services to it's anti-social text line.

Apr 25, 2026 11:45

The provider is adding more security patrols to trains to keep passengers safe.

Apr 16, 2026 13:24

Around 100 passengers were onboard the 12.45 Dublin to Westport service, when it stopped near Lecarrow yesterday.

Apr 9, 2026 13:43

Irish Rail say a fire developed in the undercarriage area near the gearbox of one carriage on the 12:45 Heuston to Westport service.

Apr 9, 2026 07:38

Irish Rail say a fire developed in the undercarriage area near the gearbox of one carriage on the 12:45 Heuston to Westport service.

Apr 8, 2026 16:52

Officers attended the scene after reports of disorderly behaviour during the 5.32pm service between Dublin and Westport.

Mar 18, 2026 13:48

Leitrim County Council previously wrote to the transport provider requesting it outline its plans for smaller station

Feb 9, 2026 13:36

Feb 6, 2026 19:53

Iarnród Éireann confirmed the disruption is due to to congestion caused by flooding at multiple locations.

Jan 27, 2026 07:39

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