Here is a list of the Planet Earth’s fastest train
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When it comes to speedy travel, airlines are frequently the most comfortable and time-saving alternative. Well, in many circumstances, this means of transportation allows you to avoid many headaches, but you still have to deal with security concerns, get to the airport, and other such issues before boarding your flight. As a result, high-speed trains may be the sole means of transportation that can be used as an alternative to flying. These trains will get you to your destination faster, and you won’t have to wait in line for security or check-in.
If you’re interested in learning more about these trains, check out this list of the world’s fastest trains.
Maglev L0 Series
The Central Japan Railway Company is currently testing and developing this train, which will go at 374 mph. According to rumours, the first phase will open in 2027, and when the project is done, the L0 Series will be capable of reaching a top speed of 310 mph. This will let passengers travel from Tokyo’s Shinagawa Station to Osaka (a 300-mile journey) in approximately one hour and seven minutes.
357 mph TGV POS
For several years, France was able to introduce high-speed train transport. Its TGV POS even broke the world speed record in 2007 with a speed of 357 mph. The train is operated by the French rail firm SNCF and runs between Paris, eastern France, and southern Germany on the LGV Est line. While in regular service, the train reaches a top speed of 200 mph, rather than 357 mph, which is also extremely fast.
Shanghai Maglev has a top speed of 268 mph.
The Shanghai Maglev, like Japan’s L0 Series, is a magnetic levitation train. It is based in Shanghai, China. The train reaches a top speed of roughly 68 mph during its journey and is notable for being the world’s oldest commercial maglev train still in service! This train is not difficult to take if you are flying into Shanghai Pudong International Airport. You can either get off at central Shanghai or travel until the line stops on the fringes of central Pudong.
249 mph Fuxing Hao CR400AF/BF
China’s Fuxing Hao, commonly known as Fuxing or the CR series EMU, often travels at a top speed of 220 mph. It’s worth noting, though, that during testing, this train reached a top speed of 260 mph. It’s also worth noting that this train runs on various high-speed routes in China, including the popular Beijing-Shanghai route.
Frecciarossa 1000 has a top speed of 245 mph.
The Frecciarossa 1000 in Italy likewise goes at a breakneck speed through renowned tourist destinations such as Florence, Milan, Venice, and Rome. Although Italian trains are limited to 190 mph, the Frecciarossa 1000 is said to have reached a top speed of 245 mph in 2016.