NTA-commissioned study shows Gluas makes sense for Galway
Thu, Oct 31, 2024
A new feasibility study carried out for the National Transport Authority shows that there is a very viable case for developing Gluas - light rail transit (LRT) for Galway City.
The 46-page study, completed by consultants AtkinsRéalis, concludes that there is a strong axis of east-west travel demand which would support a light rail line along a corridor from Knocknacarra in the west of the city to Parkmore in the east.
One corridor would stretch just under 15 km (Knocknacarra to Parkmore), passing through Eyre Square, allowing people to make connections with intercity rail services as well as commuter rail to Oranmore, and a wide range of bus services. It’s estimated that the LRT would reduce car trips in the city by at least 10%.
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