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Colm R · 07-04-2008, 14:33

Have we any indication as to what the layout of the Dublin Airport Station will be. I have seen it somewhere before, can't remember what city but essentially what would be required is

A well publicised platform (which would be a terminating platform also) where the train would idle for 5 minutes or more. This way most once off users (as in tourists) who generally have bags, would be inclined to use this. The idling time gives a more relaxed feel for visitors and they are not lumped in with commuters from Swords and elsewhere.

Then a seperate platform for more regular users in the know with the train coming from Swords with a 20 - 30 second stopping time.

Going in the opposite direction, a more publicised train terminating at the Airport, perhaps with a specific platform in St. Stephens Green and O'Connel St. The other 'commuter' trains should not over publicise the fact that they stop in the Airport.

Anyway the above would be a dream. I don't envisage it happening that way.

07-04-2008, 14:33	#48
Colm R Regular Poster Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Dublin Posts: 106	Have we any indication as to what the layout of the Dublin Airport Station will be. I have seen it somewhere before, can't remember what city but essentially what would be required is A well publicised platform (which would be a terminating platform also) where the train would idle for 5 minutes or more. This way most once off users (as in tourists) who generally have bags, would be inclined to use this. The idling time gives a more relaxed feel for visitors and they are not lumped in with commuters from Swords and elsewhere. Then a seperate platform for more regular users in the know with the train coming from Swords with a 20 - 30 second stopping time. Going in the opposite direction, a more publicised train terminating at the Airport, perhaps with a specific platform in St. Stephens Green and O'Connel St. The other 'commuter' trains should not over publicise the fact that they stop in the Airport. Anyway the above would be a dream. I don't envisage it happening that way. Last edited by Colm R : 07-04-2008 at 14:43.