North Macedonia by train
Train travel is an excellent way to explore the Balkan country of North Macedonia. Your Eurail Pass gives you the freedom to visit the warm and welcoming capital of Skopje, and hike the splendid peaks of the many mountains. Visit the mind-blowing Ohrid Lake and experience the untouched landscape of Macedonia.
Train types in North Macedonia
- Route map
- Domestic trains
- International trains
Regional trains
Major domestic links from Skopje:
to Tetovo, Gostivar and Kicevo in the west
to Volkovo in the northwest
to Kumanovo and Tabanovci in the north
to Sveti Nikole, Štip, and Kocani in the east
to Veles, Negotino and Gevgelija in the south - southeast
to Bogomila, Prilep and Bitola in the southwest.
Regional trains
International trains
The main north - south line from Niš in Serbia to the port of Thessaloniki in Greece on the Aegean Sea (Corridor X), passes through Kumanovo, Skopje, Zelenikovo, Veles, Negotino, Demir Kapija, Miravci and Gevgelija.
Intercity trains link Kumanovo, Skopje, Zelenikovo, Veles, Negotino (Kavadarci), Demir Kapija, Miravci (Valandovo) and Gevgelija (Bogdanci) with Serbia and Greece.
Bikes are allowed on certain trains. You'll need to buy a bike ticket in advance.
Popular connections
- International routes
International connections
Travel to Bulgaria goes via Niš in Serbia and via Thessaloniki in Greece. Intercity trains link Skopje with Kosovo.
Reservations
Reservations
- IR: passenger trains, reservation not required
- D: express trains, reservation not required
- ICB: intercity trains, reservation not required
- International trains: reservations required
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Tips and tricks North Macedonia
North Macedonia quick facts:
Population: 2 million
Language: Macedonian
Currency: Macedonian denar (MKD)
Dialing code: +389
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