Ballinasloe railway station (

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: ''Stáisiún Iarnróid Bhéal Átha na Sluaighe'') is a railway station in

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. It is operated by

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(IÉ). Opened in 1851, this railway station is a fine and imposing Tudor style building, designed by George Wilkinson. The station is on the

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Rail service. Passengers to or from Westport travel to

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and change trains. Passengers to or from

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and

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travel to

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and change trains.

History and design

The station was opened on 1 August 1851 by the

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. It is designed by George Wilkinson, and has been well-maintained since it was opened. The building is dressed with many

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that serve to articulate the roofline. The railway station is of considerable social and historical significance, having been built as part of the Great Midland and Western Railway network development in Ireland that improved the efficiency of public transport and linked remote areas of the country with larger urban settlements and ports.

References

External links

Irish Rail Ballinasloe Station Website
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History and design

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