GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Statistics About The Average Speed Of A Train

The average speed of a train typically ranges between 50 to 70 miles per hour.

Last Updated: June 18, 2024

How we write

In this post, we will explore the average speeds of trains in various countries around the world. From the rapid rails of China to the scenic routes of Europe and the upcoming projects in South America, we will analyze the diverse landscapes of train travel speeds. Let’s dive into the statistics and comparisons of train speeds across different regions.

Statistic 1

"The average speed of a train in the USA is 51.3 mph."

Statistic 2

"India's Mail/Express average train speed is 31.35 mph."

Statistic 3

"China's High-Speed Rail average train speed is 124.27 mph."

Statistic 4

"The average speed of the trains in the UK is 65.7 mph."

Statistic 5

"In France, the average train speed is 224 mph for TGV trains."

Statistic 6

"The average speed of a train in Canada is 49.7 mph."

Statistic 7

"Russia's average train speed is 34.3 mph."

Statistic 8

"Japan's Shinkansen high-speed trains average 199 mph."

Statistic 9

"The average speed of Germany's ICE trains is approximately 200 mph."

Statistic 10

"The average speed of Italian trains is about 180 mph."

Statistic 11

"The average speed of Spanish AVE trains is 193 mph."

Statistic 12

"The average speed of trains in South Korea is about 190 mph."

Statistic 13

"The average speed of trains in Taiwan is 186 mph."

Statistic 14

"The average speed of Turkish YHT trains is 155 mph."

Statistic 15

"The average speed of Brazil's bullet train is expected to be 214 mph upon completion."

Statistic 16

"The average speed of trains in Morocco is 199 mph."

Statistic 17

"The average speed of trains in Iran is 77 mph."

Statistic 18

"Pakistan's average train speed is roughly 41 mph."

Statistic 19

"The average speed of a train in South Africa is about 50 mph."

In conclusion, the statistics presented reveal a wide variation in the average speeds of trains across different countries. While some countries like France and Japan boast high-speed trains with average speeds exceeding 180 mph, others such as India and Russia have significantly lower average train speeds. The data underscores the importance of investing in infrastructure and technology to improve train speed and efficiency, which can significantly impact transportation systems and economic development.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

Can You Trust Our Report?

The statistics are checked by us and then entered into the database. Our market data reports have been linked to by some of the largest publishers and companies on the Internet.

Learn more about our process here.