Dublin's MetroLink finally gets the green light as planning permission grantedThe 18.8km MetroLink rail line is to run from north of Swords to Charlemont in the south of Dublin city centre and is expected to cost in the region of €11 billionView 2 Images An artist's rendering of Seatown MetroLink stationThe long-awaited MetroLink project, which will connect Dublin Airport to Dublin city centre, has been granted planning permission by An Coimisiún Pleanála. The journey time from Swords to the city centre will be approximately 25 minutes. Planning permission for the project, which is set to cost in the region of €11 billion, was granted by An Coimisún Pleanála on Thursday. ‌View 2 Images Proposed MetroLink route in Dublin (Image: metrolink.ie)By granting the railway order, it also allows for the the compulsory acquisition of land for the project. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.