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APRIN Dry Port (ADP) combines 7 dedicated rail tracks, 200,000 TEU annual capacity, and direct access to Iran’s national railway network and international trade corridors. Connecting Tehran with Bandar Abbas, China, Russia, Türkiye and key regional markets, ADP provides faster rail transit, lower logistics costs, and efficient multimodal transportation solutions for domestic and international trade.

Rail Transport

About Rail Transport

APRIN Dry Port (ADP) is one of Iran’s most strategically positioned rail transportation hub, providing direct access to domestic and international rail networks through a fully integrated logistics platform. Located near Tehran, Iran’s largest industrial, commercial, and consumer market, and in close proximity to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKIA), ADP serves as a critical gateway connecting national supply chains with regional and global trade routes.

International Rail Connectivity

ADP occupies a strategic position at the crossroads of several major international rail corridors, providing direct access to key markets across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the CIS region. Through its connection to the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), TRACECA, the Southern Silk Road, and ECO transport corridors, APRIN serves as a vital inland gateway for international trade.

The terminal is connected to major international rail routes linking Xi’an and western China through the Khorgos and Central Asia railway network, Russia through the Ozinki and Caspian corridors, Belarus through Minsk and Osinovka, Türkiye via Razi–Kapikoy, Iraq through Khosravi, and Afghanistan through Shamtiq and Herat. These connections enable efficient rail freight movement between Iran and some of the world's fastest-growing trade regions.

APRIN offers highly competitive rail transit times, including:

  • Xi’an (China) to APRIN Approximately 14-20 days
  • Koyty (Russia) to APRIN: Approximately 10-12 days
  • Minsk (Belarus) to APRIN: Approximately 10-12 days
  • Bandar Abbas to APRIN: Up to 48 hours

These international rail services provide businesses with a reliable alternative to traditional maritime and road transportation while improving supply chain resilience, transit predictability, and market accessibility.

Domestic Rail Network

As a central node within Iran’s national railway network, ADP provides direct rail access to the country’s most important ports, industrial zones, border crossings, and logistics centers. The terminal is strategically connected to Bandar Abbas, Bandar Imam Khomeini, Amir Abad Port, Rasht, Incheh Borun, Sarakhs, Razi, Jolfa, Shalamcheh, Mirjaveh, and other key freight gateways across the country.

The proximity of ADP to Tehran enables cargo owners to move freight directly between southern ports and Iran’s largest concentration of manufacturers, distributors, importers, exporters, and consumers.

Rail distances from ADP:

  • APRIN to Bandar Abbas: 1,500 km
  • APRIN to Bandar Imam Khomeini: 950 km
  • APRIN to Amir Abad Port: 450 km
  • APRIN to Incheh Borun: 560km
  • APRIN to Sarakhs: 1,050 km
  • APRIN to Jolfa: 900 km
  • APRIN to Razi: 1,000 km

By combining strategic location, extensive rail infrastructure, customs services, warehousing capabilities, and multimodal logistics solutions, APRIN Dry Port serves as one of Iran’s most important rail freight hubs, strengthening trade connectivity between domestic markets and international supply chains across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

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  • What rail transportation services does ADP provide?

    ADP offers comprehensive rail freight services for containerized cargo, bulk commodities, industrial products, and general freight. Our rail infrastructure supports domestic transportation, international transit, import, export, and multimodal logistics operations.

  • Which international rail corridors is ADP connected to?

    ADP is strategically connected to major international trade routes, including the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), TRACECA, the Southern Silk Road, and ECO transport corridors, providing access to markets across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the CIS region.

  • What are the advantages of rail freight compared to road transportation?

    Rail transportation offers several benefits, including lower transportation costs, higher cargo safety, reduced environmental impact, greater capacity for large-volume shipments, and more predictable transit schedules for long-distance freight movement.

  • Which countries can be reached through ADP’s international rail network?

    Through its international rail connections, ADP facilitates cargo movement between Iran and key markets including China, Russia, Belarus, Türkiye, Central Asian countries, Afghanistan, and other regional trade destinations.

  • How quickly can cargo be transported through ADP’s rail network?

    ADP provides competitive rail transit times, including approximately 48 hours from Bandar Abbas to APRIN, 13 days from Xi’an (China), and 12 days from Russia and Belarus, helping businesses improve supply chain efficiency and reduce delivery times.

  • What rail infrastructure is available at ADP?

    ADP is equipped with 7 dedicated rail tracks, an annual handling capacity of 200,000 TEU, customs-bonded facilities, container handling infrastructure, warehousing services, and integrated logistics solutions designed to support efficient rail freight operations.

  • Why is ADP considered a strategic rail freight hub in Iran?

    Located near Tehran and Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKIA), ADP connects Iran’s largest industrial and consumer markets with major seaports, border crossings, and international rail corridors. Its strategic location and multimodal capabilities make it one of Iran’s leading rail freight and logistics hubs.

  • Can rail transport be integrated with warehousing and customs services at ADP?

    Yes. ADP provides a fully integrated logistics platform where rail transportation can be combined with warehousing, customs clearance, cargo handling, bonded storage, and road transportation services, creating a seamless end-to-end supply chain solution.