Site Description
Opened in 1842, closed six years later when the line to Armagh opened, reopened fifteen years after that and finally closed in 1970, the remains of the platform are on the Down side. The area, which contains a loop and a further siding is now used for PW trains. Beyond the station, the river Bann veers off to the left.Photographs
Photo Gallery - Portadown (old) Station
Google Street View - Portadown (old) Station
Archiseek.com - Portadown Station (Link checked 27072021)
National Library of Ireland - Portadown Station (Link checked 27072021)
Geograph.ie - Portadown Station (Link checked 27072021)
Geograph.ie - Train at Portadown Station (Link checked 27072021)
Geograph.ie - Portadown South signal cabin (Link checked 27072021)
Geograph.ie - Portadown North signal cabin (Link checked 27072021)
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Chronological Details
| Opened | Closed | Company | Name | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/09/1842 | 29/02/1848 | UR | Portadown | |
| 01/07/1863 | 04/10/1970 | UR | Portadown |
Geographical Details
| Section Start | Section Finish | Distance | Milepost | Measured from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connolly Station | Belfast | 88 | 88 | Connolly Station |