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The first passenger railway, the Stockton and Darlington Railway, opened in 1825. The quick spread of railways throughout Europe and North America, following the 1830 opening of the first intercity …

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Dec 1, 2025 · railroad, mode of land transportation in which flange-wheeled vehicles move over two parallel steel rails, or tracks, either by self-propulsion or by the propulsion of a locomotive.

Dec 19, 2025 · Enabling the safe, reliable, and efficient movement of people and goods.

Intercity passenger service is provided nation-wide by Amtrak, with some links to Canada. A few smaller regional providers, including the Alaska Railroad, Brightline and some commuter rail systems link …

Dec 1, 2025 · In 1818 the promoters settled on the construction of a railway, and in April 1821 parliamentary authorization was gained and George IV gave his assent. While construction was …

The oldest railway in continuous use is the Tanfield Railway in County Durham, England. This began life in 1725 as a wooden waggonway worked with horse power and developed by private coal owners …

Ride the highest cog railway in North America—ascend Pikes Peak year‑round via historic red train for breath‑taking mountain views.

Learn more about the Nation's railroad system by visiting the Federal Railroad Administration website.