Aug 7, 2022 · As months and years come and go, so do fast trains that break records and get people and cargo at blazing speeds, and 2022 has certainly brought plenty to the train station. Created originally in Italy in 2013, the Frecciarossa 1000 is an impressive train that can reach a top speed of 248.5 mph or 400 km/h.

Jun 5, 2023 · The 10 Fastest High-Speed Trains in the World. High-speed railways combine both speed and efficiency. From the Shinkansen bullet train in Japan to the French TGV, high-speed trains have a history that spans several decades.

Sep 18, 2024 · The fastest train in operation is the Japanese MLX01 Maglev, with a record speed of 581 kilometers per hour. Originally built to connect distant regions with Tokyo, the Shinkansen...

Jun 9, 2024 · Operated by the China State Railway Group, Fuxing trains are among the fastest commercially operating trains in the world, capable of reaching speeds of up to 217 mph according to CNN.

The following table is an overview of high-speed rail in service and under construction by country, ranked by the amount in service. It shows all the high speed lines (speed of 200 km/h (125 mph) or over) in service.

Jan 1, 2025 · By the end of 2022, China had 26,100 miles (42,000 km) of high-speed rail network, accounting for over two-thirds of the world’s total. In this article, we present a comprehensive and accurate portrayal of the world’s fastest trains that are operated commercially.

Aug 24, 2024 · World’s First High-Speed Train Still Among the Fastest. Japan Rail’s Tōkaidō Shinkansen is the oldest train in the top 10 and the world’s first high-speed rail system. The iconic bullet train was launched for the 1964 Olympic Games in Tokyo, linking Tokyo to Osaka at a speed of 210 km/h.

Jan 3, 2025 · China has successfully tested a prototype of its next-generation high-speed rail that can reach a top speed of 281mph - breaking its own record. The latest CR450 prototype has been hailed for high speed, excellent design and innovative features.

However, Japan is also extending its highly developed train connections by investing in new routes and some of its fastest bullet trains yet, like the L0 Series maglev which can reach speeds of up to 374 mph!

Dec 30, 2024 · As reported by the South China Morning Post, the CR450 will be able to reach peak speeds as high as 280mph (450km/h) and will have a top commercial operating speed of 250mph (400km/h). For...