Linking the Dalmatian port of Ploče with the Bosnian capital of Sarajevo by train, the line that weaves through the beautiful landscape of Herzegovina will soon be reopening for passenger traffic.
The news follows several positive developments in the railway infrastructure of Croatia and surroundings, in line with recent investments across Europe to attract travellers back on board, and ditch cars and planes.
In the summer of 2024, an affordable service between Trieste and Rijeka proved hugely popular while the night train trekking from Budapest to Split had to be extended until later in the season, such was the demand.
While Ploče as a destination may not be on a par with Split or Dubrovnik, located almost exactly between the two, it’s a convenient transport hub and the perfect departure point to reach Bosnia’s celebrated multicultural capital. The train also stops at equally alluring Mostar, main city of Herzegovina.
Journey time between Ploče and Sarajevo is around four hours. Passenger services are scheduled to start up again from Monday, February 10, ten days after the successful testing of freight trains along the same route. For tickets and schedules, see Bosnian rail.