The long‑awaited Dart+ South West project has taken a major step forward, with Irish Rail confirming the formal land acquisition process is under way with 750 affected landowners. I am happy to see the Dart+ South West project progressing.”The National Transport Authority said DART+ South West will deliver substantial benefits for passengers through increased capacity, more frequent services and improved reliability on a key commuter corridor. The route goes from Hazelhatch and Celbridge through Adamstown, Clondalkin and Fonthill, Parkwest and Cherry Orchard, a new station at Heuston West and Drumcondra. Mary Considine, chief executive of Iarnród Éireann, said: “Today marks the commencement of the formal process to begin works on Dart+ South West project. "The provision of Dart services will transform commuting for the existing and new communities along this railway corridor.

Source: Irish Independent February 03, 2026 23:36 UTC