Germany leads European countries in single railway track length at 20.72 thousand kilometers, with Poland and Spain following at 10.15 and 10.13 respectively, as of 2023. Notable year-on-year changes show Poland's track length decreasing by 0.65%, France by 1.54%, while Spain sees a slight increase of 0.23%. Other countries like Italy and Hungary experienced minor growths. Over the past five years, the length of tracks has seen fluctuations with a modest average yearly change, showing slight contractions in several nations but some expansion in others. Key drivers include infrastructure investments and regional connectivity.
Future trends to watch include increased investments in railway infrastructure driven by Europe's green transition strategies, pending projects in sustainable transport, and cross-border connectivity enhancements. These factors are expected to influence growth, particularly in central and eastern European countries looking to enhance their railway networks.
Top countries in Length of Single Railway Tracks by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 20,720 | 2021 | +0.082% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 10,150 | 2023 | -1.12% | -0.65% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 10,130 | 2023 | +0.52% | +0.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 9,990 | 2023 | -1.92% | -1.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 9,140 | 2023 | +0.27% | +0.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 8,860 | 2023 | 0% | -0.011% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 7,640 | 2023 | -0.29% | -0.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 7,490 | 2023 | +0.013% | -0.18% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 6,570 | 2023 | -0.035% | +0.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 5,220 | 2023 | -0.077% | -0.057% | View data |
