Huigra
Historic railway town with a temperate climate
1 route
Routes that ran through
Stop
Intermediate stop (Tren Crucero)
1.255 m
Altitude
Chimborazo
Province
Huigra station
The Huigra station is in the parish of Huigra, Alausí canton, Chimborazo province, at 1,255 m above sea level, on the descent of the Tren Crucero towards the coast. Huigra was one of the most important railway centres on the line: work crews, engineers and drivers lived here during the construction and operation of the railway.
With a temperate, subtropical climate, the town preserves a pleasant central park, houses from the railway era and a quiet atmosphere among the mountains. It is tied to the memory of the engineer and the thousands of workers who made the railway to the coast possible. It is a refreshing pause after the cold of the páramos.
Where is Huigra station?
Huigra station is located in Huigra, Chimborazo. Coordinates: 2.2790° S, 78.9700° W.
What to see and do nearby
Points of interest a short distance from Huigra.
Other stations on the Tren Crucero
Tren Crucero
Station facilities
The stations of the Trans-Andean Railway preserve their historic architecture, with a ticket office, waiting room and platform. Here is what you will find at this station.
Connections from Huigra
Tren Crucero — Quito (Chimbacalle) ↔ Durán (Guayaquil) · service suspended. Days: Scheduled departures (high season), in both directions.
Getting there. Huigra is linked by road to nearby towns; outside the station you will find taxis and public transport.
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