The Vitoria-Gasteiz City Council is considering an expansion of the Álava Commuter Rail Service to improve its overall utility. Currently, the only stop within the city is Dato station, which limits its effectiveness for many commuters, particularly those working in the industrial sector.
According to the draft Mobility Plan for 2026-2030, the council proposes three new stops: one in Salburua, another in Jundiz, and a third in Zabalgana. This initiative would revive the Arabatran project, which was proposed a decade ago but not implemented due to concerns about economic viability. With the commuter service now operational, the situation may have changed.
“"A study is proposed for the possible creation of new commuter train stops in Vitoria-Gasteiz. This will analyze the potential impact on transport demand from introducing new stops along the existing railway line."
The plan aims to leverage the existing railway line, the Madrid-Irún corridor, to establish a more frequent and efficient commuter service. The Jundiz stop would be crucial for connecting the city with its industrial park, while the Salburua stop would provide a strategic connection for the eastern part of the city. The Zabalgana stop, on the western edge, would serve one of the fastest-growing neighborhoods.
These three proposed stops would link Vitoria-Gasteiz's two largest neighborhoods with its busiest industrial park. However, the exact location of each stop would need to be determined. The management and construction of these new stops fall under the jurisdiction of ADIF, even though the Basque Government manages the commuter service itself.
