--- title: "Panama-David Railway Announced: Route, Stations, and Economic Impact" description: President Mulino unveils the Panama-David railway project, a 475 km train line with 14 stations from Panama City to Paso Canoas. 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Designed to meet international standards, the train system will feature: - Passenger trains with speeds of up to 180 km/h - Freight trains reaching up to 100 km/h The route includes 14 key stations strategically located to maximize accessibility, economic impact, and interconnectivity: - Ciudad de la Salud - Albrook - Panama Pacífico - La Chorrera - Chame / Coronado - Río Hato - Penonomé - Divisa - Santiago - Soná - San Félix - David - Bugaba - Paso Canoas – Border ### More Than a Train: A Platform for Inclusive Growth “This train represents the unstoppable progress of Panama. It’s a living symbol of our nation's driving force—a hard-working people pushing us forward,” President Mulino said. He emphasized that over 50,000 Panamanians will be employed during the construction phase. Beyond job creation, the project is designed to be a catalyst for long-term economic growth, particularly in regions beyond the capital. Each station has been chosen based on population density, urban development potential, existing infrastructure (like metro lines, ports, and airports), and regional economic strengths such as agriculture, tourism, and logistics. ### Phased Development and Environmental Vision The first phase of the railway—between Panama Pacífico and Divisa—is expected to begin earthworks in 2026, following the completion of technical studies and regulatory approvals. The project also emphasizes environmental responsibility, aiming to minimize ecological impact and promote cleaner, more efficient transportation. Henry Faarup, head of the National Railway Secretariat, noted: “This isn’t just a mobility project—it’s a national investment platform. It will lower logistics costs, improve travel times, and stimulate new value chains throughout the country.” The announcement also featured technical contributions from global firm AECOM and a visual journey of the railway created by Mallol Arquitectos, evoking both Panama’s historic railway legacy and its bold vision for the future. **At Reside Panama, we will continue to follow and report on the progress of this transformative project, which promises to reshape how we live, invest, and connect throughout the country.**  ## Publicaciones Relacionadas [![](https://www.residepanama.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Panama%20David%20Railway.jpeg?height=500&name=Panama%20David%20Railway.jpeg)](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/whats-new-in-panama-infrastructure-travel-and-coastal-discoveries?hsLang=en) ## [What's New in Panama: Infrastructure, Travel, and Coastal Discoveries](https://www.residepanama.com/en/reside-panama-blog/whats-new-in-panama-infrastructure-travel-and-coastal-discoveries?hsLang=en) Panama is in motion—both literally and figuratively. 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