10 Countries With the Longest Rail Networks

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Here are the 10 countries with the longest railway networks in the world, based on the total length of operational railway tracks.

1

United States

The United States boasts the world's most extensive railway network, stretching over a staggering 220,044 kilometers.

2

China

China possesses the second-longest railway network globally, reaching an impressive 150,000 kilometers.

3

Russia

Russia's expansive railway network spans 105,000 kilometers, making it the third-largest in the world.

4

India

India has the fourth-largest railway network globally, with a total length of 68,043 kilometers.

5

Canada

Canada's railway network extends for 49,422 kilometers, ranking fifth in the world.

6

Germany

Germany's efficient railway network covers 40,625 kilometres, placing it sixth on the list.

7

Argentina

Argentina boasts the seventh-longest railway network globally, reaching 36,966 kilometers.

8

Australia

Australia's railway network spans 33,168 kilometres, ranking eighth in the world.

9

Brazil

Brazil's railway network covers 29,817 kilometers, securing the ninth position.

10

France

France rounds out the top 10 with a railway network stretching 29,273 kilometres.