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I have been a regular visitor to the Province from Scotland. Years ago I wasn't that impressed with the NIR regarding train timekeeping, etc but these days a far much better situation. About 3... more

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Rating Summary based on 8 reviews

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  • 19 of 19 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    ADBoyce

    3 Stars A bumpy ride 22/10/2002
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Fares are reasonable with frequent promotions, staff are generally helpful, all trains have disabled access (despite their age).

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Frequent delays, old and dirty trains, some stations lack basic facilities.

    It had been a long day in the big smoke and I was looking forward to the journey home. My feet were aching, I was tired and hungry and the train was due to leave at 21:15. According to the timetable I would arrive home at 22:55 just in time for bed but somehow I knew that it would be after eleven before I did. I'm not psychic by any means; I just know from countless experience that Northern Ireland Railways (NIR) wouldn't have me at my destination in the time their timetable would have me believe. And sure enough the journey was not without its problems for that particular night I ended up not ... more
  • 18 of 18 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Belfastgirl

    2 Stars chug chug 02/05/2001
    User doesn't recommend the product

    Advantages Advantages Cheap for students, avoids traffic

    Disadvantages Disadvantages slow, lateness.

    I was never interested in driving, never had to go anywhere far enough away that meant driving… that was until I started University - then I decided I would move to Belfast. Well, that didn’t go down so well financially, so I moved back home, and from that day on I have become acquainted to Northern Ireland Railways. Well, what can I say? I could tell you that it’s a wonderful service, that the trains are always on time etc. but I doubt that many of you would believe me, and you would be right! Northern Ireland Railways is part of a public transport company, "Translink" ... more
  • 8 of 8 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    paulruegg

    2 Stars Railtrouble on the railways 08/04/2001
    User doesn't recommend the product

    Advantages Advantages Friendly staff

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Where shall I start?

    The governement continuously encourages people to ditch their environment polluting cars for rail services in order to help combat pollution and reduce road accidents. There isn't anyone in the Unitied Kingdom who would oppose these principle, so why are our cars not burning away on a scrap heap with everyone jumping on the trains? The answer is simple - rail services cannot really be called a service. This can be reflected in Northern Ireland by NIR. I get the train every day to university because I cannot afford a car but the service offered by NIR does encourage you to start thinking about ... more
  • 21 of 21 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    fuzzibear

    3 Stars Save our railways! 05/04/2004
    User doesn't recommend the product

    Advantages Advantages No traffic jams

    Disadvantages Disadvantages late, smelly, draughty, crowded

    Northern Ireland railways are a good idea in theory. The train's a good idea for those travelling outside Belfast into the city, as it's more relaxing (in theory) and there's no traffic jams to worry about. If only it was that simple..... NIR are well known for their lack of reliability in Northern Ireland. It's rare that the trains run on time, and because the stock is so old, they're very prone to breaking down. I have also heard the usual excuses, such as leaves on the line, and even the train my boyfriend was on that hit a cow along the track! They also seem to have developed a worrying ... more
  • 6 of 6 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    BarryLove

    5 Stars N I R, back on track! 22/07/2008
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Trains, ticket prices, friendly staff, efficient service - need I go on

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Could have more lines and a catering trolley on board trains

    I think it is time to give an updated review on N I Railways as so much has changed in recent years.... N I Railways is one of the very few Railway companies in the UK, that have radically changed the level of service they offer, in only 5 years! They are now a totally professional outfit and offer high standards of customer service and satisfaction - says I, a daily commuter from Lisburn to Belfast daily! I pay £73.50 for a monthly ticket from Lisburn to Belfast and am very happy, not only with the price that I pay but with the service I receive. In comparison, this is around 27 percent ... more