Since 2013, passenger train traffic in Denmark, measured in million train-kilometers, has shown a gradual decline, with minor year-on-year variations. The value stood at 62.46 million train-kilometers in 2023. From 2013 to 2018, the trend was mostly negative, reaching a low of 61.88 million in 2020. Recent data indicates a slight recovery, with a positive albeit minimal CAGR of 0.13% over the last five years.
The forecast from 2024 to 2028 suggests a stable but slow growth in passenger train traffic, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 0.04%, totaling a growth rate of 0.18% across this period.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of technological advancements such as high-speed trains and smart rail systems.
- Government policies and investments in public transportation infrastructure.
- The evolving preference of the public towards eco-friendly transportation modes.
- Potential economic fluctuations affecting travel demand.