In 2023, Latvia led European countries with a 72.5% share of rail freight transport. Lithuania followed with 63.2%, and Estonia recorded 35.1%. At the lower end, Ireland had the smallest share at 0.8%. Germany, a key player, held a 19% share.
Year-on-year variation shows minor fluctuations with no notable significant changes in the past two years. The average annual growth (CAGR) across most nations has shown stability, with minor improvements or slight declines in their respective shares.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of EU transportation policies aiming to shift freight from road to rail to decrease carbon emissions. Technological innovations, infrastructure investments, and ongoing geopolitical developments will significantly influence the rail freight sector in the future.
Top countries in Share of Rail Freight Transport by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Latvia | 72.5 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Lithuania | 63.2 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Estonia | 35.1 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovenia | 34.1 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Switzerland | 33.5 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 29.9 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 29.5 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 28.4 | 2023 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 27.8 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 27.3 | 2023 | View data |
