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Skopje urban train project implementation

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2026-09-03 19:03 UTC → 2026-09-06 19:44 UTC · added removed

The North Macedonian government has inaugurated the “Urban Train” project in Skopje, beginning with an initial line connecting Zelenikovo to the city center. The project involved a complete reconstruction of railway infrastructure to enhance safety and increase speeds to between 80 and 100 km/h on certain sections. The first 25-kilometer line serves stations including Novo Zelenikovo, Oreshani, Jane Sandanski, Dračevo, and Lisiče. The service aims to provide a faster alternative to driving, with travel times from Zelenikovo to the center estimated at 24 to 28 minutes, compared to approximately 70 minutes by car. Minister of Transport Aleksandar Nikoloski noted the project is intended to improve commuting efficiency and reduce pollution. Future phases Following the launch, the service transported approximately 1,500 passengers within its first three days of operation. Nikoloski stated that initial analyses show “strong citizen interest,” with expectations that ridership will eventually exceed 100,000. Expansion plans for the project include network are currently underway to connect more suburban areas to the design New Railway Station in Skopje. The first planned route is intended to run from the New Railway Station through Avtokomanda, Madzari, Cento, and implementation Ilinden to Agino Selo. A second route would connect the northwestern part of two additional lines: one connecting the city, running from the New Railway Station through Butel, Skopje Sever, Volkovo, and Gjorce Petrov to the center and another connecting Ilinden Saraj. Design work for these routes is expected to be completed by the center. end of October, with tendering to follow. Construction could potentially begin in December or January, depending on weather conditions.

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