In 2024, Slovakia leads European countries in passenger train traffic hauled by diesel locomotives at 1.79 billion tonne-kilometers, followed by Hungary and the Czech Republic. Slovakia and the Czech Republic reported growth in 2023, while Hungary, Austria, and Croatia experienced declines. Poland and Finland saw significant reductions, with Poland's traffic decreasing by nearly 32% year-over-year. Lithuania showed a positive trend with a notable increase. Over the last five years, these variations have averaged to form trends that shape the current market landscape.
Future trends to watch include shifts towards greener transport modes, policy changes impacting diesel locomotive usage, and the advancement of sustainable rail technologies in response to environmental pressures and regulatory frameworks across Europe.
Top countries in Traffic of Passenger Trains Hauled by Diesel Locomotives by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Slovakia | 1,790 | 2023 | 0% | +2.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Hungary | 938.6 | 2023 | -3.28% | -3.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 784 | 2023 | +2.63% | +2.83% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 663 | 2023 | +1.07% | -1.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 449 | 2023 | -5.67% | -3.62% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 439 | 2023 | 0% | -0.54% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 425 | 2021 | +4.42% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 262.3 | 2023 | +15.87% | +3.42% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 188.9 | 2023 | +17.89% | -0.63% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 75 | 2023 | -72.43% | -31.79% | View data |
