Trains will reach a top speed of 200 mph (320 km/h) and service is expected to begin in September 2029. [11][12] Map of high-speed rail lines in the United States The California High-Speed Rail …

Rail services with top speeds of 90–125 mph (140–200 km/h) are often labelled “high speed rail USA” in the United States, distinguishing them from the high speed, dedicated high speed train seen elsewhere.

Nov 28, 2025 · high-speed rail (HSR), passenger train that generally travels at least 200 km (124 miles) per hour and can cruise up to 355 km (221 miles) per hour, though some have reached higher …

Apr 1, 2025 · High-speed rail in the United States is still years away. But projects across the country, from Washington State to Texas, suggest a growing enthusiasm for faster train service.

Learn more about high-speed rail, why it matters, and how it can transform travel in the U.S.—faster, cleaner, and better connected.

Jul 9, 2024 · The California High-Speed Rail Authority asked for proposals to build track and infrastructure next year. Keep up on all the latest news in this tracker.

Dec 11, 2024 · High-speed trains are designed to travel at speeds significantly faster than conventional trains, typically exceeding 155 mph (250 km/h) on dedicated tracks. These trains operate on …

Jan 6, 2025 · High-speed rail (HSR) systems, classified as any corridor which can sustain speeds of at least 150 mph (241.5 km/h), represent one of the most significant advancements in global …

Jan 1, 2026 · Ambitions to build America's very own bullet train are on track for 2026, California's High Speed Rail Authority tells Newsweek.

Aug 28, 2025 · Amtrak rolled out its NextGen Acela trains on Thursday, marking the next phase for the U.S.'s attempt at high-speed rail. Dubbing itself as "America's only high-speed rail service," the...