Night train runs again in July Night trips on the Estrada de Ferro Vitória a Minas (EFVM) Holiday Train can transform trips between Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo into weekend tourism options during the month of July. With night departures between Belo Horizonte and Cariacica, in Greater Vitória, passengers will be able to embark at night in cities in the East of Minas and arrive at their destination in the morning. In practice, the change allows you to enjoy practically the entire weekend on the coast of Espírito Santo or in the capital of Minas Gerais. 📲 Click here to follow the g1 Vales channel on WhatsApp Tickets are on sale for departures between July 1st and 31st. In addition to special trips, EFVM maintains regular daily operations, with departures at 7am in Belo Horizonte and Cariacica. Vale Passenger Train Valley Train trip to the coast of Espírito Santo Those boarding in cities such as Ipatinga, Governador Valadares, Conselheiro Pena or Resplendor can use the night train to arrive in Espírito Santo in the morning and continue on to the beaches of Grande Vitória. The final disembarkation takes place at Pedro Nolasco Station, in Cariacica, at 8:15 am heading towards Minas Gerais towards Espírito Santo. From there, passengers can access cities on the coast of Espírito Santo by car, bus or urban transport. Beaches close to the station in Cariacica Espírito Santo Beach (ES) - July 2025 Reproduction/TV Globo Victory About 20 minutes from the station Beaches like Camburi and Curva da Jurema Vila Velha Approximately 30 minutes Costa, Itapoã and Itaparica beaches Guarapari Around 1h30 journey Destination known for its beaches and nightlife Sierra Option for those looking for quieter beaches on the north coast of Greater Vitória Simulation: weekend leaving Ipatinga for the beach Departure Boarding at Intendente Câmara (Ipatinga): 11:55 pm on Friday Arrival in Cariacica: 8:15 am on Saturday The passenger can go straight to the beaches of Vitória, Vila Velha or Guarapari in the morning. Come back Departure from Cariacica: 6pm on Sunday (with the Holiday Train night timetable) Arrival in Ipatinga: 1:53 am on Monday In practice, the new schedule allows residents of the East of Minas to embark on Friday night, enjoy the whole of Saturday and Sunday on the coast of Espírito Santo and only leave the beach late on Sunday afternoon. Train trip to Belo Horizonte The new timetable also expands travel options to Belo Horizonte, both for passengers from Espírito Santo and residents of cities served by the railway. Pampulha Church, LD Studio lighting project. Plaenge. The capital of Minas Gerais concentrates cultural, gastronomic attractions and events during July, the traditional school vacation period. Those who leave Espírito Santo overnight arrive in the capital of Minas Gerais at 7:50 am and have the entire day to enjoy tourist, cultural and gastronomic attractions. What to do in Belo Horizonte Among the most popular destinations are: Central Market Freedom Square Cultural Circuit Pampulha Savassi region of bars and restaurants Simulation: weekend leaving from Governador Valadares to BH Departure Boarding in Governador Valadares: 11:58 pm Arrival in Belo Horizonte: 7:50 am Come back In regular operation: departure from Belo Horizonte: 7am Arrival in Governador Valadares: 1:52 pm On the Holiday Train: departure from Belo Horizonte: 7pm Arrival in Governador Valadares: 1:53 am Vale Passenger Train embarkation and disembarkation stations Valley How the Holiday Train works The Holiday Train is a special operation created to cover periods of increased passenger movement, such as school holidays and the end of the year. The initiative is part of the commitments made by Vale to the National Land Transport Agency (ANTT) during the renewal of the railway concession. According to the company, the operation has undergone adjustments since implementation to improve the passenger experience. “The operation of the Holiday Train continues to be constantly improved. Listening to passengers and the team's practical experience allowed important adjustments in the operation, raising the standard of safety and comfort of the trip”, informed João Falcão. How much does it cost to travel on the Vitória-Minas Train The prices are the same as for regular trips: Economy class: R$87 Business class: R$125 Prices consider the complete route between Belo Horizonte and Cariacica. What the train offers The trains have air conditioning, on-board service, restaurant car and snack bar. accessibility for wheelchair users and space for people with reduced mobility. According to Vale, the stations served by night operations received reinforced lighting and infrastructure adjustments. How to buy tickets Tickets can be purchased: via the passenger train website; at the box office; by phone 0800 285 7000. According to Vale, there will be no ticket sales at stations at night. See the regular and night timetables of the Passenger Train Vale Passenger Train night and regular timetables g1 Vouchers How the regular Vitória to Minas Railway trip works In addition to the Holiday Train, the EFVM maintains daily trips throughout the year. Every day, a train leaves at 7am from Cariacica, in the metropolitan region of Vitória, bound for Belo Horizonte. Another leaves the capital of Minas Gerais at the same time towards Espírito Santo. Trips end around 8:30 pm at final destinations. There is also an additional train between Itabira and Nova Era, in Minas Gerais. The compositions include: restaurant car; snack bar; air conditioning; on-board service; Wagon adapted for wheelchair users. Available tickets and timetables can be found on the Vale Passenger Train website. 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