In 2023, the average rail passenger journey per ticket in Canada stood at 334 kilometers. The forecasted data for the period from 2024 to 2028 shows a slight but consistent decline in this metric. By 2024 and 2025, it is expected to hold steady at 333 kilometers before decreasing marginally to 332 kilometers in 2026 and 2027, and further to 331 kilometers by 2028. This represents a year-on-year variation of -0.3% from 2023 to 2024 and an average annual decrease (CAGR) of approximately -0.2% over the five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from new transportation policies, infrastructure investments, and the adoption of green technologies, which could influence rail travel demand and efficiency. Additionally, fluctuations in travel behavior influenced by remote work trends or changes in tourism patterns may also affect the rail passenger journey metrics.
