Analyzing the global length of rail network by country in 2024, Egypt leads with 7.79 thousand kilometers, followed by Algeria (4.61), Morocco (2.34), Tunisia (1.75), and Israel (1.61). In 2023, Egypt and Israel both saw a 1.93% increase, Algeria a 0.77% increase, and Morocco a 0.39% increase. Tunisia experienced a decline of 0.33% in its rail network length. Recent trends indicate steady growth in rail network expansion for Egypt, Algeria, and Israel, whereas Tunisia shows a contraction. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years supports this observation, highlighting consistent growth for the majority.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Continued rail network expansion in Egypt and Algeria driven by infrastructure investment.
- Potential stabilization or growth in Tunisia’s rail length following recent declines.
- Israel's steady growth may bring it on par with other mid-sized networks in the region.
Top countries in Length of Rail Network by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Egypt | 7,790 | 2023 | +1.64% | +1.93% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Algeria | 4,610 | 2023 | +0.68% | +0.77% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Morocco | 2,340 | 2023 | +0.78% | +0.39% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Tunisia | 1,750 | 2023 | -0.34% | -0.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Israel | 1,610 | 2023 | +2.03% | +1.93% | View data |