Upgrades could be on the way to this Kildare train station
The changes have been proposed by Irish Rail / Iarnród Éireann
Upgrades could be on the way to one train station located in County Kildare.
A planning permission application which is currently with Kildare County Council (KCC) shows that Irish Rail / Iarnród Éireann wants to make the changes to Leixlip Louisa Bridge Railway Station.
According to the description contained within the application, the upgrades would take place on the existing over bridge, which ‘will be within the curtilage of two Protected Structures (RPS Reference Nos.: B11-125 and B11-127).’
In addituon, the proposed works would include:
- The removal of the existing staircases and the provision of new staircases on both platforms
- The provision of a lift shaft on Platform 1, which would be adjacent to the new staircase
- The relocation of existing passenger shelter on Platform 2
- The temporary use of the car park for a construction compound to be reinstated following construction
Irish Rail / Iarnród Éireann is also seeking permission from KCC for all ancillary works.
The date received on the application is listed as August 26 last.
The submission-by and due dates are listed as September 29, 2026 and October 20, 2026.