SANDYFORD TRAM STOP 2 NOVEMBER 2025
SANDYFORD LUAS TRAM STOP [PHOTOGRAPHED USING A LEICA Q3]
Sandyford is a key stop on Dublin's Luas Green Line, located in the Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown suburb of South Dublin. It serves as a major transport hub for the surrounding residential areas and the significant Sandyford Business District.
🚃 Location and History
The stop is situated on Blackthorn Avenue. It opened on 30 June 2004, serving as the original southern terminus for the Green Line for six years. In 2010, the line was extended further south to Brides Glen, making Sandyford a major through-stop, though some trams heading south still terminate here.
Interestingly, the stop is built on the alignment of the old Harcourt Street railway line, which closed in 1958. The Luas stop is located on the site of the original Stillorgan railway station, which is why the Luas depot, also situated here, is named the Sandyford Depot or Stillorgan Depot.
⚙️ Features and Facilities
Sandyford is one of the larger stops on the Luas network and is notable for having three platforms (one island platform and one side platform). This configuration allows trams to terminate and reverse back towards the city centre while other trams continue south to Brides Glen.
Key facilities at the stop include:
Ticket Machines: Located on the platforms for purchasing single and return tickets.
Shelters: Covered shelters with seating are available on all platforms.
Real-Time Displays: Electronic displays show next-tram information.
Park + Ride: A 'Park and Ride' facility is located at the stop, offering 47 spaces, including disabled parking and electric vehicle charging points.
🚌 Connections and Nearby Amenities
Sandyford is a significant interchange point, connecting the Luas with several other transport services:
Dublin Bus & Go-Ahead Ireland: The stop is served by numerous bus routes, including the 11, 47, 114, 116, and S8, providing links to UCD, Blackrock, Dún Laoghaire, and other nearby areas.
Aircoach: The Aircoach 700 route connects the area directly with Dublin Airport.
Taxi Rank: A taxi rank is also located at the stop.
The stop's primary purpose is to serve the Sandyford Business District, a large commercial area housing the Irish headquarters of many major multinational corporations, including Microsoft, Salesforce, and Vodafone. It is also within walking distance of the Beacon Hospital and various hotels, restaurants, and residential developments.
Sandyford is a key stop on Dublin's Luas Green Line, located in the Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown suburb of South Dublin. It serves as a major transport hub for the surrounding residential areas and the significant Sandyford Business District.
🚃 Location and History
The stop is situated on Blackthorn Avenue. It opened on 30 June 2004, serving as the original southern terminus for the Green Line for six years. In 2010, the line was extended further south to Brides Glen, making Sandyford a major through-stop, though some trams heading south still terminate here.
Interestingly, the stop is built on the alignment of the old Harcourt Street railway line, which closed in 1958. The Luas stop is located on the site of the original Stillorgan railway station, which is why the Luas depot, also situated here, is named the Sandyford Depot or Stillorgan Depot.
⚙️ Features and Facilities
Sandyford is one of the larger stops on the Luas network and is notable for having three platforms (one island platform and one side platform). This configuration allows trams to terminate and reverse back towards the city centre while other trams continue south to Brides Glen.
Key facilities at the stop include:
Ticket Machines: Located on the platforms for purchasing single and return tickets.
Shelters: Covered shelters with seating are available on all platforms.
Real-Time Displays: Electronic displays show next-tram information.
Park + Ride: A 'Park and Ride' facility is located at the stop, offering 47 spaces, including disabled parking and electric vehicle charging points.
🚌 Connections and Nearby Amenities
Sandyford is a significant interchange point, connecting the Luas with several other transport services:
Dublin Bus & Go-Ahead Ireland: The stop is served by numerous bus routes, including the 11, 47, 114, 116, and S8, providing links to UCD, Blackrock, Dún Laoghaire, and other nearby areas.
Aircoach: The Aircoach 700 route connects the area directly with Dublin Airport.
Taxi Rank: A taxi rank is also located at the stop.
The stop's primary purpose is to serve the Sandyford Business District, a large commercial area housing the Irish headquarters of many major multinational corporations, including Microsoft, Salesforce, and Vodafone. It is also within walking distance of the Beacon Hospital and various hotels, restaurants, and residential developments.
SANDYFORD TRAM STOP