PUBLISHER: Global Industry Analysts, Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1648906
PUBLISHER: Global Industry Analysts, Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1648906
Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail
Global Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail Market to Reach 9.1 Thousand Units by 2030
The global market for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail estimated at 6.7 Thousand Units in the year 2024, is expected to reach 9.1 Thousand Units by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.2% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Electric Propulsion, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 5.3% CAGR and reach 8.3 Thousand Units by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Other Propulsion Types segment is estimated at 3.8% CAGR over the analysis period.
Global Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail Market - Key Trends and Drivers Summarized
Bullet trains, also known as high-speed rail (HSR), are a type of passenger train designed to operate significantly faster than traditional rail systems, often exceeding speeds of 250 kilometers per hour (155 miles per hour). These trains utilize specialized tracks and advanced engineering technologies to provide rapid and efficient transportation between major cities and regions. High-speed rail systems are characterized by their aerodynamic designs, lightweight materials, and cutting-edge propulsion technologies, which collectively contribute to their high performance and energy efficiency. Since the launch of Japan's Shinkansen in 1964, bullet trains have become a symbol of modern transportation, enhancing connectivity and economic integration across various parts of the world.
The development and deployment of high-speed rail networks have transformed the transportation landscape in numerous countries. In Europe, nations like France, Germany, and Spain have extensive HSR networks that significantly reduce travel times between key cities, promoting economic activity and tourism. China has developed the largest and most rapidly expanding high-speed rail system globally, linking even remote areas to major urban centers, thereby fostering regional development and reducing congestion on highways. Other countries, including South Korea, Italy, and the United Kingdom, have also invested heavily in HSR infrastructure, recognizing its benefits in terms of reduced travel times, lower carbon emissions, and decreased dependency on air travel for short-to-medium distances.
The growth in the high-speed rail market is driven by several factors. Urbanization and the increasing need for efficient intercity transportation solutions are primary drivers, as high-speed rail provides a viable alternative to congested roads and airports. Technological advancements in rail engineering, including improvements in track construction, train aerodynamics, and signaling systems, have enhanced the safety, reliability, and speed of bullet trains, making them more attractive to both governments and passengers. Additionally, the global push towards sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions has led to increased investment in high-speed rail as an eco-friendly mode of transportation. Government policies and funding initiatives aimed at upgrading transportation infrastructure further boost the market. Consumer behavior trends, such as the preference for faster and more comfortable travel experiences, also contribute to the growing demand for high-speed rail services.
SCOPE OF STUDY:
The report analyzes the Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:
Segments:
Propulsion Type (Electric, Other Propulsion Types)
Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; USA; Japan; China; Europe; France; Germany; Italy; Spain; Rest of Europe; Rest of World.
Select Competitors (Total 38 Featured) -
- Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd.
- FirstGroup plc
- Hyundai Motor Company
- Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CFA), S.A.
- Deutsche Bahn AG
- Prysmian S.p.A
- Nippon Sharyo Ltd.
- Hyundai Rotem Company
- IFE
- Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori S p a
- KTK Group
- China Forging Machinery
- Flytoget
- Japan Transport Engineering Co., (J-TREC)
- Jiangsu Aopai Transportation Equipment Co., Ltd.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. METHODOLOGY
II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
- 1. MARKET OVERVIEW
- Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2024 (E)
- Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2024 (E)
- Bullet Train/High Speed Rail: An Introduction
- Market Outlook
- Regional Landscape
- China Dominates the World Market
- Autonomous Trains Gain Focus
- China Braces for Upcoming Projects
- Japan
- Europe
- Select High-speed Rail in Europe in Development by Country
- United States
- US High-Speed Rail Needs Infrastructure Funding & New Projects for Major Jumpstart
- High-Speed Rail Yet to Reach Destination despite Plentiful Direct & Spillover Merits
- A Look into World's Fastest Commercial Trains
- Breakdown of Length of High-Speed Rail Network by Region: 2022
- Breakdown of Length of High-Speed Network under Construction by Region: 2023
- Breakdown of Length of High-Speed Network in Commercial Operation by Country: 2022
- World's Fastest Trains in Operation by Speed in Miles/hr: March 2022
- Competition
- Market Share of Leading Players in Bullet Train/High-Speed Rail Market: 2019
- Recent Market Activity
- World Brands
- 2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
- 3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
- Rising Demand for Maglev Technology Augurs Well
- Japan & China: Key Adopters of Maglev Technology
- Global High-Speed Rail Fleet by Technology: 2021 & 2027
- Advanced Capabilities of Bullet/ High-Speed Rail as Public Transit Mode Widen the Addressable Market
- Compelling Merits of High-Speed Trains
- High-Speed Trains Gain as Railway Sustainability Comes to the Fore with COVID-19 Reinforcing the Importance of Environmental Protection & Climate Change Management
- Global C02 Emissions (In Billion Metric Tons) for Years 2000 Through 2020
- Carbon Dioxide Emissions in Lbs Per Passenger by Transportation Mode
- Growing Focus on the Environment Triggers the Trend Towards Railway Electrification
- Rising Government Spending Bodes Well
- High Speed Trains Benefit as Governments Step Up the Focus on Developing Rapid Transit Systems
- Increasing Realization about Benefits of Rail Freight Augur Well for the Market
- Congestion Issues with Road Passenger and Freight Transportation Drives Interest
- World Urban Population in Million and as Percentage of Total Population for the Period 1950-2050P
- Technology Advancements Drive Future Growth
- 4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
- TABLE 1: World Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail Market Analysis of Annual Sales in Units for Years 2015 through 2030
- TABLE 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, China, Europe and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 3: World Historic Review for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, China, Europe and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 4: World 15-Year Perspective for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Fleet for USA, Japan, China, Europe and Rest of World Markets for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 5: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Electric by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, China, Europe and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 6: World Historic Review for Electric by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, China, Europe and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 7: World 15-Year Perspective for Electric by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Fleet for USA, Japan, China, Europe and Rest of World for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 8: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Propulsion Types by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, China, Europe and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 9: World Historic Review for Other Propulsion Types by Geographic Region - USA, Japan, China, Europe and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 10: World 15-Year Perspective for Other Propulsion Types by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Fleet for USA, Japan, China, Europe and Rest of World for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
- UNITED STATES
- Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2025 (E)
- TABLE 11: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 12: USA Historic Review for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 13: USA 15-Year Perspective for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Fleet for Electric and Other Propulsion Types for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
- JAPAN
- Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2025 (E)
- TABLE 14: Japan Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 15: Japan Historic Review for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 16: Japan 15-Year Perspective for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Fleet for Electric and Other Propulsion Types for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
- CHINA
- Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2025 (E)
- TABLE 17: China Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 18: China Historic Review for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 19: China 15-Year Perspective for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Fleet for Electric and Other Propulsion Types for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
- EUROPE
- Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2025 (E)
- TABLE 20: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 21: Europe Historic Review for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 22: Europe 15-Year Perspective for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Fleet for France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 23: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 24: Europe Historic Review for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 25: Europe 15-Year Perspective for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Fleet for Electric and Other Propulsion Types for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
- FRANCE
- Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2025 (E)
- TABLE 26: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 27: France Historic Review for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 28: France 15-Year Perspective for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Fleet for Electric and Other Propulsion Types for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
- GERMANY
- Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2025 (E)
- TABLE 29: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 30: Germany Historic Review for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 31: Germany 15-Year Perspective for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Fleet for Electric and Other Propulsion Types for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
- ITALY
- TABLE 32: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 33: Italy Historic Review for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 34: Italy 15-Year Perspective for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Fleet for Electric and Other Propulsion Types for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
- SPAIN
- TABLE 35: Spain Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 36: Spain Historic Review for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 37: Spain 15-Year Perspective for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Fleet for Electric and Other Propulsion Types for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
- REST OF EUROPE
- TABLE 38: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 39: Rest of Europe Historic Review for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 40: Rest of Europe 15-Year Perspective for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Fleet for Electric and Other Propulsion Types for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
- REST OF WORLD
- TABLE 41: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 42: Rest of World Historic Review for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Electric and Other Propulsion Types Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Fleet in Units for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
- TABLE 43: Rest of World 15-Year Perspective for Bullet Train / High-Speed Rail by Propulsion Type - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Fleet for Electric and Other Propulsion Types for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
IV. COMPETITION
