The European railway network demonstrates varied lengths across countries, with Germany leading at 39.77 thousand kilometers, despite a marginal increase of 0.69% in 2023. France saw a decline of 0.7%, while Spain experienced the highest growth at 1.44%. Notable increases were also observed in Hungary (0.38%) and Austria (0.26%). Conversely, countries like Poland, UK, and several Baltic nations saw slight declines. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate reflects modest developments in the rail lengths, with specific countries experiencing either steady growth or reductions attributed to network optimizations and infrastructural priorities.
In observing future trends, an increase in rail length in Spain and Germany is anticipated, bolstered by ongoing investments in infrastructure. Eastern European countries like Croatia and Serbia may also see expansions as regional connectivity projects take off. Environmental policies and advancements in rail technology could further impact network growth.
Top countries in Length of All Railway Lines by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 39,770 | 2023 | +0.38% | +0.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 26,640 | 2023 | -0.77% | -0.7% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 19,110 | 2023 | -0.45% | -0.086% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 16,850 | 2023 | +0.083% | +0.08% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 16,600 | 2023 | +0.93% | +1.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 16,290 | 2023 | -0.067% | +0.0061% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 10,900 | 2023 | -0.046% | -0.0073% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 10,720 | 2023 | -0.21% | -0.089% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 9,530 | 2023 | +0.021% | -0.096% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 7,880 | 2023 | +0.032% | +0.38% | View data |
