This Friday, July 5th, a new train service will commence, providing transportation to the eastern beaches of Havana to ease the mobility of residents during the summer season. The train, a medium-sized locomotive with four cars and an approximate capacity of 200 passengers, is operated by the Western Railways Company of the Union of Railways of Cuba.
According to a Facebook post by the Minister of Transportation, Eduardo Rodríguez Dávila, the train will run from Tuesday to Sunday, with Mondays reserved for technical inspections and maintenance. The train will depart at 9:00 am from the platform located at Egido and Arsenal streets and is expected to arrive at 10:35 am. The return trip will be at 6:05 pm.
Stops Along the Route
The train will make stops at the following locations: Enlace del Gas, Arenal, Guanabacoa Crossing, Nalón Halt, Jewish Cemetery, Cambute, Cuadras, Bacuranao, Tarará - Berroa, Las Playas Halt, Corona, and the Playas del Este branch link.
The fare for the full route will be 35.00 CUP, with a tiered pricing system based on travel segments.
FAQs About the New Train Service to Eastern Beaches
To help you understand more about this new train service, we have compiled some frequently asked questions and their answers.
When does the new train service start?
The new train service will start on Friday, July 5th.
What are the operating days and times for the train?
The train operates from Tuesday to Sunday, with departures at 9:00 am and returns at 6:05 pm. Mondays are reserved for maintenance.
What is the cost of a ticket for the full route?
The fare for the entire route is 35.00 CUP, with additional pricing based on travel segments.