How many train stations are there in Northern Ireland?
NI Railways
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Stations called at | 54 |
| Parent company | NITHCo (Translink) |
| Dates of operation | 1967– |
| Predecessor | Ulster Transport Authority |
Who runs Northern Ireland Railway?
Northern Ireland Transport Holding Company
Ultimately controlled by the Northern Ireland Assembly and part of a public corporation, the Northern Ireland Transport Holding Company (NITHC), NIR is one of three public transport subsidiaries along with Metro (the principal Belfast bus service) and Ulsterbus.
Is there a train service in Northern Ireland?
Translink NI Railways operates scheduled rail services in Northern Ireland. If your train is cancelled or delayed, there is information on your rights and what you should do.
Who is the Master of Antrim railway station?
The station was run by the Ulster Transport Authority from 1948 to 1968, then part of Northern Ireland Railways. Since 1996 the station has been part of Translink . The station itself used to also have a Station Masters House and Goods Yards. The last known Station Master of Antrim Railway Station (Antrim Junction) was a Mr Cupples.
When did the GNR close the Antrim branch?
The GNR was nationalised in 1953 as the GNR Board, which closed Banbridge branch on 29 April 1956. In 1960, the Antrim branch was closed to passenger traffic, although it remained open for freight. By this point, the line was under UTA control; All GNR assets in Northern Ireland having been ceded to the UTA in 1958.
Where is Knockmore train station in Northern Ireland?
Knockmore railway station ( Irish: Cnoc Mór) was a station on the Belfast–Newry railway line. The station served the suburb of Knockmore in Lisburn, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. The Great Northern Railway (GNR) opened Knockmore station as a halt in 1932. Northern Ireland Railways (NIR) closed the station on 25 March 2005.
Where did the Great Northern Railway add miles?
Afterwards, the Empire Builder began adding hundreds of miles in agricultural branches to serve farms situated at, or near, the Red River.
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