In 2023, Poland led with 783 million vehicle-kilometers, followed by the Czech Republic at 274 and Austria at 265. Positive growth was notable in Poland (2.0%), Finland (1.43%), Lithuania (2.28%), and Slovenia (0.46%). Conversely, Latvia (-1.17%) and Croatia (-8.97%) saw declines. Such variations suggest robust demand in Central Europe, contrasting with stagnation or decline in the Baltics and Balkans.
Future trends to watch include the impact of sustainability policies, potential infrastructure investments affecting capacity and efficiency, and the role of international collaborations in bolstering regional connectivity and traffic volumes.
Top countries in Hauled Traffic of Passenger Railway Vehicles by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Million Vehicle-Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 783 | 2023 | +3.06% | +2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 274 | 2023 | +1.9% | +0.9% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 265 | 2021 | +6% | -1.99% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Finland | 133 | 2023 | +3.21% | +1.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 35.9 | 2021 | +12.19% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Slovenia | 30.17 | 2023 | +4.73% | +0.46% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Latvia | 27.3 | 2023 | +7.69% | -1.17% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 17.1 | 2023 | +5.91% | +2.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 15 | 2023 | -11.76% | -8.97% | View data |
