The Iran Rail Network is an extensive railway system that plays a crucial role in the country's transportation infrastructure. The total length of the Iran Rail Network is approximately 14,078 kilometres, making it one of the most extensive railway networks in the Middle East and Southwest Asia region. The network spans various provinces and connects major cities, industrial centers, ports, and borders with neighbouring countries.

The railway system in Iran is operated by the Islamic Republic of Iran Railways (IRIR), which oversees the management, maintenance, and expansion of the network. The network comprises both standard gauge and broad gauge lines, with electrified and non-electrified sections, serving both passenger and freight transportation needs

Raja Rail Transport Company was operating from the beginning with 100% government-owned shares owned by the railway. Then, all Raja Company property rights were transferred to the Social Security Organization in return for government debt. Currently, the company strives to utilize the expertise and experience of over 1,100 efficient personnel in various fields of management, design, engineering, planning, research, operation, servicing, and maintenance and, use existing facilities, to provide better conditions for travelers.

For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List.

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Railway Companies and Consortia

The Islamic Republic of Iran Railways (abbreviated as IRIR, or sometimes as RAI) is the national state-owned railway system of Iran. The Raja Passenger Train Company is an associate of the IRIR and manages its passenger trains. The Railway Transportation Company is an associate of the IRIR, which manages its freight transport. The Ministry of Roads & Urban Development is the state agency that oversees the IRIR. Some 33 million tonnes of goods and 29 million passengers are transported annually by the rail transportation network, accounting for 9 percent and 11 percent of all transportation in Iran, respectively (2011).

For more information on railway company contact details, please see the following link: 4.9 Railway Companies Contact List.

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Key Stations