The Sorocaba region will undergo significant improvements for local residents through the West Intercity Train (TIC) project. This concession initiative by the São Paulo State Government, through the State’s Investment Partnerships Department (SPI), foresees investments exceeding R$ 200 million in the construction and renovation of the TIC Sorocaba stations, which will connect the municipality to São Paulo’s capital. The initiative includes restoring the historic station buildings in Sorocaba and São Roque.
All interventions or restorations involving historic buildings will be carried out only after approval from the relevant heritage preservation authorities. The project also includes works at Amador Bueno, in Itapevi, and the construction of the new Brigadeiro Tobias station, with an estimated investment of approximately R$ 37 million.
The Sorocaba and Brigadeiro Tobias stations will have complementary functions. Located in the city center, the Sorocaba station addresses a longstanding demand for urban redevelopment. The station is expected to serve 12,500 passengers per day.
The Sorocaba Station will also be served by the future Light Rail Vehicle (VLT), another initiative under the SP nos Trilhos (SP on the Tracks) program by the São Paulo Government, which encompasses over 40 projects. The VLT is expected to serve around 5,000 users per day, integrating the Intercity Train with regional mobility systems.
São Roque station to be renovated and boost tourism
In São Roque, the railway station will be fully renovated, preserving its historical identity and focusing on local tourism development. The city already attracts around 600,000 visitors per year, mainly due to the Wine Route, which includes hotels, wineries, restaurants, and wine cellars. The station’s renovation will improve access and enhance the tourist experience.
Next to the station, a 2,000-square-meter area may be developed for ventures such as a hotel, gastronomic center, or cultural and leisure space.
Intercity Train (TIC Sorocaba)
The West Intercity Train project, which will connect Sorocaba to São Paulo’s capital, includes two services: Express and Parador, and is estimated to serve 50,000 passengers per day. The journey is expected to take about one hour. The proposal includes a new fleet, modernization and construction of stations, and integration with metropolitan trains, the subway, and the North Axis Intercity Train. The estimated investment is R$ 12 billion, with the bidding process expected in the second half of 2025.
The project also includes accessibility measures such as adapted restrooms, breastfeeding rooms, and actions to combat harassment on public transportation. TIC Sorocaba is part of the SP nos Trilhos program, which brings together over 40 projects and foresees a total investment of R$ 190 billion in mobility across the state.
In-person public hearings were held in Sorocaba (May 26), São Roque (May 28), and São Paulo (May 29). The public consultation was open from April 30 to June 2.