By Eshana Saha
Published Dec 15, 2024

Hindustan Times
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Speed on tracks: Top 5 fastest trains in the world

Trains are evolving, and the world's fastest ones are changing how we travel. Let’s explore the speed demons of the railway world!

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The Japanese Maglev holds the speed record at 374 mph, using magnetic levitation technology to glide silently and quickly above tracks.

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The Shanghai Maglev travels at 268 mph, connecting Shanghai Pudong Airport to the city center in just 8 minutes, setting a global standard for speed.

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China’s Fuxing Hao CR400AF trains hit speeds of up to 249 mph, making it one of the fastest conventional trains in the world.

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The TGV in France achieved a top speed of 357 mph on a test track. It regularly operates at 200 mph on high-speed lines.

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