The ‘quiet carriage’ is being reintroduced on trains between Cork and Dublin.
The option has not been available on Irish trains since it was dropped in 2018.
Iarnród Éireann said the new option will offer choice to all customers, while also improving services for those with sensory difficulties.
The carriage is bookable online from today and is clearly marked with ‘quiet carriage’ purple branding.
Train Host Alex Opel pictured onboard a Heuston to Cork service to mark the reintroduction of quieter carriages. Image: Jason ClarkeAn Iarnród Éireann spokesperson said the company was delighted to reintroduce the option.
“This quieter carriage will not only be popular with those who have sensory challenges, but also for those who wish to relax and enjoy their journey without excessive use of mobile phones or other devices, or who may have some work to do, which requires quietness,” they said.
“Having trialled quieter carriages in the past, the addition on its reintroduction of clear branding during online booking, and on the train itself, means the choice for customers will be clear and, where quieter carriages are in operation, will be well signalled for all.”
Passengers will be able to book the quiet carriage on the following services:
Dublin to Cork Departure Times and Days of Week
- 7am Monday - Saturday
- 9am Monday - Saturday
- 10am Sunday Only
- 11am Monday - Saturday
- 12am Sunday only
- 1pm Monday - Sunday
- 3pm Monday - Sunday
- 4pm Sunday only
- 5pm Monday - Sunday
- 7pm Monday - Sunday
Cork to Dublin Departure Times and Days of Week
- 7am Monday - Saturday
- 8:25am Sunday only
- 9:25am Monday - Saturday
- 10:25am Monday to Sunday
- 12:25am Monday to Sunday
- 1:25pm Sunday only
- 2:25pm Monday - Saturday
- 3:25pm Sunday only
- 4:25pm Monday - Sunday
- 6:25pm Monday - Sunday
- 4:25pm Monday - Saturday
- 7:25pm Sunday only
- 8:25pm Monday - Saturday
