Overview

Here is a brief introduction to France railways. Learn more about the development history of French railways.

History of Rail Transport in France

In France, rail transport is dominated by passenger traffic, which is primarily driven by high-speed rail. The national state-owned railway company, SNCF, operates the majority of passenger and freight services on the national network, which is managed by its subsidiary SNCF Réseau. France currently has the second-largest European railway network, with a total length of 29,901 kilometres.

France Rail Network Map

See the entire France rail network in a single glance.

Rail Transport Ridership Data

France rail ridership data shows the number of people who use trains each year, allowing rail companies to develop better rail development plans.

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