Peqin railway station (Albanian: Stacioni hekurudhor i Peqinit) is a railway facility serving the town of Peqin in Fier County, Albania. The station is part of the network operated by Hekurudha Shqiptare (Albanian Railways) and lies on the main railway line that connects the coastal city of Durrës with the interior of the country, passing through Rrogozhinë and further towards Vlorë.
Location and Services
- Address: Situated within the town of Peqin, the station provides access to local and regional passenger services.
- Lines: It is located on the Durrës–Rrogozhinë segment of the Albanian railway system, which is a key corridor for both commuter and longer‑distance trains.
- Operators: Train services are operated by Hekurudha Shqiptare, the state-owned railway company of Albania.
Historical Context
The railway line passing through Peqin was constructed during the mid‑20th century as part of Albania’s effort to develop a national rail network. The exact opening date of Peqin railway station is not definitively recorded in publicly available encyclopedic sources; however, its establishment coincided with the broader expansion of the Durrës–Rrogozhinë line, which was completed in the 1940s–1950s.
Facilities
The station typically includes basic passenger amenities such as a waiting area and ticket office. Details regarding the presence of cargo handling facilities, parking, or accessibility features are not extensively documented in publicly available reference material.
Current Operations
Peqin railway station continues to serve passenger traffic on the Durrës–Rrogozhinë route, contributing to regional mobility. Service frequency and timetable specifics are subject to change based on the operational schedule of Hekurudha Shqiptare.
References
- Hekurudha Shqiptare (Albanian Railways) official publications.
- Government of Albania transportation infrastructure reports.
Note: While the existence of Peqin railway station is well‑established, certain details such as precise opening dates and comprehensive facility descriptions are limited in the publicly accessible encyclopedic record.
