In 2023, Japan boasted the highest volume of rail passenger transport at 332.82 billion passenger kilometers, followed by the Russian Federation with 122.26. Among European countries, France led with 74.53, while the United Kingdom and Italy recorded 46.67 and 45.67 respectively. Several countries demonstrated slight declines in rail transport volume; Japan saw a 5.44% dip, the UK dropped by 7.02%, and France experienced a smaller decline of 0.88%. On the other hand, Hungary and Romania showed marginal growth, with 0.07% and 1.12% increases respectively. Canada's rail passenger volume also diminished, witnessing a stark 6.94% fall.
Over a five-year period, the compound annual growth rate showcases consistent trends in certain regions; however, significant fluctuations were observed in others, with the most noticeable variations due to external factors such as economic shifts and policy changes.
Future trends to watch for in the global volume of rail passenger transport by country include:
- Japan's declining trend continuing, influenced by demographic challenges and advancements in alternative transportation.
- Potential recovery in European nations as investments in rail infrastructure and sustainability initiatives increase.
- An eye on emerging markets such as Mexico and Romania, which have shown signs of growth in recent periods.
- Monitoring geopolitical impacts in regions like Ukraine and the Russian Federation, which could significantly affect rail transport volumes.
- The effect of technological advancements and environmental policies promoting greener travel options influencing future rail transport statistics.
Top countries in Volume of Rail Passenger Transport by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Passenger Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 332,820 | 2023 | -0.6% | -5.44% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Russian Federation | 122,260 | 2023 | |||
| 3 | 3 France | 74,530 | 2023 | -18.39% | -0.88% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 46,670 | 2023 | -8.05% | -7.02% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 45,670 | 2023 | -1.03% | -3.65% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ukraine | 26,800 | 2023 | +10.98% | -1.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 21,940 | 2023 | -9.59% | -4.02% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 19,280 | 2023 | -17.98% | -1.54% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 16,910 | 2023 | -6.78% | -2.67% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 15,330 | 2023 | -10.36% | -4.09% | View data |