Belfast

All Systems Go in Belfast

It’s official - rail services will commence at Belfast Grand Central Station from this Sunday, 13th October.

As a result, the rail line between Belfast and Lisburn will reopen and Enterprise services will be operating to/from Belfast Grand Central Station which will be the main terminus station for the city.

“People have been eagerly anticipating the opening of Belfast Grand Central Station and I am delighted to confirm rail services will commence on Sunday, 13th October, said Translink General Manager for Rail Services, Hilton Parr. 

He added:

“This development is an important next step in the journey for this world-class facility which has been designed to bring bus, coach and rail services together in one place.”

“As the new terminus station for the region, it offers enhanced connectivity and integration with the wider public transport network.  

“There are a number of rail timetable changes, so it is important that passengers familiarise themselves with the new schedules before they travel.

“Public Realm work is ongoing around the new station, so we are also reminding passengers to allow some extra time for car parking or using the designated drop off and pick up points at Grosvenor Road-Value Car Parks and St Andrews Square North to access the station. Full details are on the website at www.translink.co.uk

“The operational opening for buses has been extremely smooth and feedback from customers and visitors very positive,” said Hilton, adding “we are now very much looking forward to welcoming train passengers from Sunday.”

“With bus, coach and train services now fully operational, we are encouraging everyone to consider using public transport and start enjoying the benefits of more ‘me time’ on board while helping to create a better-connected, more sustainable city for the benefit of everyone,”

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