On 14 November 1850 the Irish South-Eastern Railway connection to Carlow was opened, which branched off at Lavistown.

However, when many rural lines in the Irish Railway network shut down, the station reverted to its current state.

The old Building had separate waiting-rooms for Ladies and Gentlemen and an underpass to the island platform.

This provides level access to Platform 2, creating a layout similar to Howth railway station and abolishing the runaround facility.

The old cargo shed south of the tracks has been transformed into the new station building and is equipped with It is fully accessible with a ramp from outside.