The old station house, closed for many years, is a listed building, but when the line was completed, was the first stop for the ceremonial train, the guests disembarking for a meal at Violet Hill (Edenmore House, now St. Joseph's Hospital.)

But because of closures across the rail network, the service level to the station remained the same and usage volumes did not rise.

[citation needed] But as the 1980s came, the station was modernised with a new ticket office steps and upgraded platforms, as part of the Dublin Area Rapid Transit (DART) development.

Ever since the station's service level has remained similar, with minor upgrades such as new shelters ticket machines and information screens.

The station today comprises a modern ticket office, with a bypass gate when this is closed, with a lift to the southbound platform.