The connections have been introduced as part of the European Capital of Culture 2025, a joint initiative between Nova Gorica and Gorizia, in cooperation with SŽ-Potniški promet (Slovenian Railways) and Trenitalia.
The service will consist of two train pairs running between Venezia Mestre, Gorizia Centrale, and Nova Gorica. These connections supplement existing rail services, which require transfers at Jesenice or Sežana. A direct train also runs between Ljubljana and Nova Gorica on weekends and holidays, with morning departures to Nova Gorica and afternoon returns to Ljubljana.
Nova Gorica station upgrade completed
The Nova Gorica railway station has undergone an upgrade, completed on January 31, 2025, following works that started in December 2023. The renovation has introduced modifications to station infrastructure, passenger facilities, and accessibility features.
A new underpass, measuring approximately 57 meters in length and 10 meters in width, now connects Trg Evrope with Nova Gorica, providing access to the station from both sides.
Renovation efforts also included improvements to the station building, covering technical rooms, the waiting area, ticket office, and toilets. The facade received partial refurbishment, and the platform canopy was restored. Track infrastructure has also been modified as part of the works.
