# Railway infrastructure developments in Serbia

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/railway-infrastructure-developments-in-serbia
> Updated: 2026-11-05T10:57:51.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The Niš–Leskovac railway section is scheduled to resume passenger service on October 9, 2026, following a reconstruction project of the 22.8-kilometer Niš–Brestovac stretch. Funded by over 44 million euros from European Union IPA funds, the modernization includes new tracks, electrical infrastructure, and eight bridges. Once operational, trains are expected to reach speeds of 120 km/h. However, the reopening follows a functional inspection report from September that identified technical deficiencies, such as unreliable switch operation at Niš station, improper track geometry, and unfinished construction work.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-05: Zvornik and Belgrade to reconnect via international rail line

A new daily international rail line connecting Zvornik Novi and Belgrade Centar is scheduled to begin operations in December, restoring passenger service between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zvornik-and-belgrade-to-reconnect-via-international-rail-line

### 2026-10-07: Niš–Leskovac railway to resume service after reconstruction

Regular rail service resumes on the Niš–Leskovac line on October 9, 2026, following a €44 million modernization, despite reported technical deficiencies and infrastructure concerns.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nileskovac-railway-to-resume-service-after-reconstruction

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