Between 2013 and 2023, railway passenger traffic in Finland fluctuated, with notable decreases in 2014 and 2016, and a sharp drop in 2020 due to the pandemic. However, the trend has generally been positive, with significant growth in 2017, 2021, and consistent recovery post-pandemic. The value stood at 4.65 billion passenger kilometers in 2023. Year-on-year variations show a consistent recovery post-2020, while the last five years observed an average annual growth (CAGR) of 0.5%.
Forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 suggest a steady increase in railway passenger traffic, projecting an average annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.74% and a total growth rate of 3.75% over five years. This indicates a sustainable upward trajectory in passenger traffic.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of increasing environmental concerns on public transportation preferences, potential infrastructure developments, and the effects of economic conditions on travel behavior.
