Dublin, Ireland — A bold new vision for Irish transport has been unveiled by Metro Dublin: a national All-Island Rail Hub directly at Dublin Airport. This transformative proposal aims to reposition Dublin Airport as the heartbeat of both domestic and international connectivity — not just for the capital, but for every corner of the island.

Much like Poland’s Solidarity Transport Hub (CPK) — now under construction between Warsaw and Lodz — Ireland’s proposed rail-airport integration would create a seamless link between global air routes and a modern national rail network.

At its core, this project reimagines Dublin Airport not just as a departure and arrival point for planes, but as the central rail-based transport node for all of Ireland. The hub would allow people from Galway, Cork, Belfast, Limerick, and beyond to reach the airport directly by train, reducing car dependency and cutting emissions.

Why Dublin Airport Needs Rail Now

The DAA’s mission is clear: “To connect Ireland with the World.” But as Metro Dublin notes, that mission falters if reaching the airport itself is difficult, expensive, or reliant on congested roadways.

Currently, travellers often face patchy or indirect options when commuting from regions outside Dublin. This proposal would fix that — by placing Dublin Airport on the national rail map, it ensures that anyone can arrive at the terminal from anywhere in the country, swiftly and sustainably.

Not Just Transit — National Transformation

The Metro Dublin Airport Rail Hub would deliver far more than convenience:

• DAA’s core mission realised — real, functional links from Ireland to the world.

• Balanced regional development — enabling the west, south, and north to connect without Dublin-centric bottlenecks.

• Climate-aligned transport infrastructure — rail is cleaner, greener, and better for Ireland’s climate targets.

• European integration — aligning with the EU’s “Tenth T” priority on cross-border and airport rail links.

• Everyday access — a practical solution for those needing to get from “A to any B” affordably, reliably, and on time.

Ireland Is Ready

The airport is already world-class. The national transport strategy is evolving. And with existing rail corridors primed for enhancement, Metro Dublin’s vision offers a shovel-ready plan to bring Ireland into the future of integrated, sustainable mobility.

From Galway to Brussels — by rail, through Dublin Airport.

That’s not just an idea. It’s a national upgrade in the making.