In 2023, the length of rail lines in China stood at 116.83 thousand route-kilometers. From 2024 onwards, the data is forecasted to show consistent growth: 120.09 in 2024 to 133.67 in 2028. The year-on-year variation displays steady increases ranging from 2.87% to 2.63% over these years. The average annual growth rate over the five-year period (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 2.76%.
Future trends to watch for include continued investment in high-speed rail infrastructure, expansion into less developed regions, and the implementation of tech-driven efficiencies to boost capacity and connectivity.