In 2023, the volume of rail freight transport in Switzerland stood at 12.20 billion tonne kilometers. Forecasted data shows a steady increase in volume from 2024 to 2028, starting at 12.26 billion tonne kilometers in 2024 and reaching 12.50 billion tonne kilometers by 2028. The year-on-year percentage increases are mildly positive, reflecting a consistent upward trend. Specifically, the variation from 2024 to 2025 is 0.49%, from 2025 to 2026 is 0.49%, from 2026 to 2027 is 0.48%, and from 2027 to 2028 is 0.48%. Over the last five years, the compounded average growth rate (CAGR) for the volume of rail freight transport is 0.49%.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impacts of environmental regulations and advancements in rail technology, which could further drive the growth or alter the dynamics of rail freight transport in Switzerland. Moreover, economic factors and shifts in global trade patterns may also influence future volumes.