News - Trains
Train services suspended between Athlone and Westport
Rail operators say major delays are expected until further notice.
May 28, 2026 17:38
Local train services resume as scheduled
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
Reports of animal mistreatment on local train service
In a statement, Irish Rail apologised to customers "who experienced any distress during their journey" on the 5pm service last Sunday.
Oct 9, 2025 11:15
Further disruption to local train services
The 06:40 between Sligo and Dublin Connolly is running 83 minutes behind.
Oct 8, 2025 08:44
Iarnród Éireann refuses to provide extra Longford-Sligo trains
Roscommon councillors called for an extra morning and evening commuter train along the line, for those going to work, college or hospital appointments.
Mar 24, 2025 07:16
Calls continue for new Sligo Longford rail service
The current Sligo-Dublin Connolly service stops at multiple stations in the Shannonside region, including Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon and Longford Town.
Mar 6, 2025 14:06
New Irish Rail timetable a boost for Shannonside commuters
As part of the new timetable there will also be an additional late service leaving both Heuston and Galway at 8.30 and 8.50 respectively.
Aug 13, 2024 17:39
Local Gardaí highlighting efforts to tackle anti-social behaviour on public transport
Over 100 complaints of anti social behaviour were reported on local train routes in 2022
Nov 16, 2023 18:22
Roscommon female fighter thrilled to win Mixed Martial Arts world title
Danni McCormack trains at Relentless Martial Arts in Mullingar.
Mar 22, 2023 13:26
Irish Rail records major rise in anti-social behavior complaints
It's a rise on 2021 figures.
Feb 2, 2023 07:49
Councillors seek increased Longford/Sligo rail services
The national rail review will take place later this month
Jan 12, 2022 08:11
Train services delayed through Longford after bridge strike
The bridges on the Dublin road and the N63 have both been hit several times over the years.
Aug 16, 2021 16:19
Calls to rejuvinate local rail infrastructure as part of new national review
With several major national lines running through the region, locals are calling for new services and improvements on current routes.
Apr 8, 2021 13:16
Longford TD critical of Irish Rail as local early morning service won't resume until December
A Longford TD has hit out at Irish Rail after disruption to an early morning service to Dublin will now be extended until December 1st.
Nov 11, 2020 14:51Shannonside Newsletter
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