Guatemala Plans Train to Antigua

The Government is working to put out to tender the construction of a railway connecting the capital with the city of Antigua.

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

With an estimated investment of $50 to $60 million, the train would connect Aurora International Airport with the city of Antigua in 12 minutes, covering about 22 linear km.

Vice President Rafael Espada said that they are in talks with the private sector for implementation.

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