passenger rail

noun

: trains that take passengers rather than cargo
passenger rail service between the two cities

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On August 10, Finnish operator VR began services from Oulu and Kemi through Tornio to Haparanda, Sweden, restoring passenger rail across the border after a lengthy absence. David Nikel, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Other plans for the Burnham Yard property include preserving part of the historic rail yard and potentially incorporating a stop on Colorado's future passenger rail system. Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026 The plan envisions standard gauge freight and passenger rail services with speeds between 50-60 mph (80-100 kph) for freight and 120 mph (200 kph) for passenger rail, all to be equipped with European train control technologies. Firmesk Rahim, The Conversation, 5 Aug. 2026 The legislation includes substantial funding for bridge programs, transit systems, passenger rail, freight initiatives and safety programs. Stephen Martin, Oklahoma Watch, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for passenger rail

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“Passenger rail.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/passenger%20rail. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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