In 2023, France leads with the most upgraded high-speed railway lines in Europe at 10.88 thousand kilometers. Germany follows with 1.66, and Finland at 1.29. Poland shows the highest year-on-year growth at 36.65%. France’s growth is steady at 0.94%, while Spain shows a slight decline at -0.38%. Noteworthy is Finland’s substantial increase of 2.82%. Looking over the past five years, the overall expansion varies significantly across countries, reflecting differing national priorities and investment capacities.
Future trends to watch include continued expansion in countries with lower existing infrastructure, in response to increased demand for sustainable transportation solutions. Innovations in railway technology may also accelerate the pace of upgrades.
Top countries in Length of Upgraded High Speed Railway Lines by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 10,880 | 2023 | +1.62% | +0.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 1,660 | 2023 | +1.47% | +1.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 1,290 | 2023 | +3.71% | +2.82% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 870 | 2023 | +0.23% | +0.23% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 749.52 | 2023 | +2.25% | -0.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 648 | 2023 | +19.34% | +36.65% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 270 | 2023 | +0.37% | +1.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 183 | 2023 | +1.67% | +0.78% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 64 | 2021 | 0% | 0% | View data |
