In 2023, the Czech Republic led in European passenger train movements using diesel railcars with the highest usage at 38.88 thousand train-kilometers. Poland and Hungary followed, with 15.45 and 13.24 thousand train-kilometers, respectively. Countries like Russia, Belarus, and Latvia observed slight declines, while Lithuania and Finland showed gains. Among all, Macedonia recorded the smallest usage but the highest percentage increase. Over a period of five years, the data reflects varying trends with some countries growing and others seeing reductions in usage.
Future trends suggest a potential decline in diesel railcar use, driven by increasing investments in electrification and sustainable transportation goals across European countries. Monitoring technological advancements and policy changes will be crucial for understanding shifts in train movement dynamics.
Top countries in Movements of Passenger Trains with Diesel Railcars Share by Country (Thousand Train-Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czech Republic | 38.88 | 2023 | +0.47% | +0.44% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 15.45 | 2023 | +1.72% | +2.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 13.24 | 2023 | +0.76% | +0.59% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Russia | 8.21 | 2023 | -0.85% | -1.04% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 6.31 | 2023 | +0.35% | +0.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belarus | 5.39 | 2023 | -1.21% | -1.11% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 3.09 | 2023 | +2.82% | +2.93% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 2.65 | 2023 | +0.32% | +0.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 1.33 | 2023 | -0.077% | -0.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 1.19 | 2023 | +1.25% | +0.99% | View data |
