Track classes
| Track type | Freight train | Passenger |
|---|---|---|
| Class 5 | 80 mph (130 km/h) | 90 mph (140 km/h) |
| Class 6 | 110 mph (180 km/h) | |
| Class 7 | 125 mph (201 km/h) | |
| Class 8 | 160 mph (260 km/h) |
How much would it cost to build a bullet train in the US?
New cost figures issued in an update report from the California High-Speed Rail Authority show that the plan to build the 171-mile initial segment has shot up to a high of $35 billion, exceeding secured funding by $10 billion.
Why America shouldn t invest in high-speed rail?
To generate new travel, a new transportation system must be faster, more convenient, and less expensive than existing systems. High‐speed rail fails all these tests, being slower than flying, less convenient than driving, and more expensive than both.
Can America have bullet trains?
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