In 2023, the United Kingdom led European outgoing international railway passenger traffic with 10.67 million persons, followed by Germany at 8.71 million. Countries like Denmark and Sweden also exhibited substantial traffic with values of 7.21 and 6.49 million respectively. In contrast, countries such as Finland, Latvia, and Lithuania reported minimal traffic, all under 0.1 million units.
Significant year-on-year variations were observed: Germany and Sweden saw increases of 4.0% and 3.03%, while Switzerland experienced a 5.4% decline. Estonia and Macedonia reported a complete cessation of outgoing international railway traffic. Some notable reductions included Portugal (-11.79%) and Finland (-46.51%).
Future trends to monitor include technological advancements in rail transport, enhancements in cross-border connectivity, and emerging travel behaviors influenced by sustainability concerns. Policies promoting eco-friendly travel may impact railway usage, potentially increasing traffic in the leading nations while addressing declines in other regions.
Top countries in Outgoing International Railway Passenger Traffic by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 10,670 | 2023 | +0.92% | +0.79% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 8,710 | 2023 | -22.25% | +4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 7,210 | 2023 | +3.89% | +2.13% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 6,490 | 2023 | +16.43% | +3.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Switzerland | 3,890 | 2023 | -28.21% | -5.4% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 3,080 | 2023 | -18.88% | -2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Luxembourg | 2,810 | 2023 | -8.3% | -1.06% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 2,270 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 1,770 | 2023 | -28.7% | -2.23% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 466 | 2023 | -1.06% | -2.24% | View data |
