Cross-border Enterprise train passengers drop by 22%

[Kirley]

BBC NI news report: Cross-border Enterprise train passengers drop by 22%

 

The number of passengers using the Enterprise cross-border train service between Belfast and Dublin has dropped by 22% over the past 10 years.

 

The figures were detailed in a consultation paper prepared by the Department for Regional Development.

 

The BBC's Ireland Correspondent Mark Simpson reports.

 

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-22512303

[Flying Scotsman 4472]

They seem to think that if they throw more money at it it will solve the problem. The frequency of trains need to be increased and the time it takes to cover the journey needs to be addressed. Ticket prices are also up Newry to Dublin 1st class return is now £52 and a standard day return is now £22. Considering you can get the bus to Dublin £12 return and its a 24 hour service now and every bit as quick as the train

[UP6936]

I sometimes travel on the enterprise from Belfast for days out, and what's quite silly is that if I buy a web return to Dublin and get off early at eg dundalk its cheaper than an actual normal fare.