Better Service from NIR (Northern Ireland Railways NIR (NI Railways))

Member Name: Good_Guy

Product:	Northern Ireland Railways NIR (NI Railways)
Date:	27/02/09 (15 review reads)
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Advantages: Quick and eco-friendly travel

Disadvantages: Old trains and unexpected delays

It's only been in the last year or so that I have started to use the train on a semi regular basis. I suppose that in itself is an indication that things have been getting better on NI Rail; new rolling stock better customer information in transit makes for a more positive experience. On my local line, the Belfast -Carrickfergus route we still get the odd slamdoor type train which are well past their sell by date. New trains are so much better, more comfortable, cleaner environment and clear travel information.
I like the electronic signage on the platforms too, information is displayed on train arrival or departure times or just what platform to get what train. They have a disconcering habit of changing platform numbers for your train at the last minute, sending everyone scurrying back up the stairs and escalators to cross the line to the required departure platform. I never know why this happens sooooh frequently. I have been known to perform a neat pirouette in mid escalator and run against the flow to get back to whence I came because of one of these late announcements!!! Grrrr!

Summary: Convenient Train Service