Minister Varadkar officially opens Oranmore train station

Speaking at the event, he said it was a key piece of infrastructure which he expects will be utilised very well in the commuter town.

Regional Manager of Irish Rail Jim Meade said the station closed in 1963 and today is an important date in its future history.

In a statement, West on Track has welcomed the opening of the new station which is the 144th on the Iarnród Éireann network.

Mayor of County Galway Liam Carroll says Iarnród Éireann needs to make sure the station is seen as an attractive option to passengers.