Top 10 World's fastest Trains

With the advancement of technology, our transport means are becoming way too good. About 1.7 billion people travel through train in a year and every day more then 4 million people travel through trains. So, today we will introduce the top 10 fastest trains in the world. Here we go :)

1. Shangai Maglev(Japan) : 

On 21 April 2015 a manned seven-car L0 series SCMaglev train reached a speed of 603 km/h (375 mph). The SCMaglev system uses an electrodynamic suspension (EDS) system. Installed in the trains' bogies are superconducting magnets, and the guideways contain two sets of metal coils. 

Charging $8 per person, per ride, the Maglev runs the nearly 19 miles from Shanghai’s Pudong International Airport to the Longyang metro station on the outskirts of Shanghai. That’s right—the train, which takes just over 7 minutes to complete the journey using magnetic levitation (maglev) technology, doesn’t go to the city center.

Top Speed - 603 km/h

2. Shangai Maglev

The Maglev started commercial operations in April 2004. It was constructed by a joint venture of ThyssenKrupp and Siemens. It is the first high-speed magnetic levitation line which is commercially operated. 

Unlike regular train tracks, Shanghai Maglev has no wheel, and it floats on magnetic field existing between the train and track. This electromagnetic pull offers by the powerful magnates let the train to fly over the track as there is no contact between train and track.

It operates between Long Yang Road and Pudong international airport.  The Shanghai maglev only takes 7 minutes and 20 seconds to complete the whole journey. The total passenger capacity of the Shanghai maglev train is 574. The train operates between every 15 minutes. It cost US$8 for one ticket and US$16 for VIP ticket to travel in Shanghai maglev.

Top speed: 430km/h

3. Harmony CRH 380A : 

It is the second fastest operating train in the world. It was put into operation in October 2010 and between Beijing and Shanghai. 

CRH 380A high-speed trains are manufactured by the CSR Qingdao Sifang Locomotive and Rolling Stock company. The CRH 380A has low weight Aluminium alloy body and a fish-head like the front car. This unusual design of the train could reduce aerodynamic pressure on running. The bogies of CRH 380A are completely vibration free.

The CRH 380A trains have a capacity to carry 494 passengers at a time. Each passenger will get facilities like the reading lamp, power port, and an electronic display. There is also a VIP sightseeing section near the driver’s cabin. It shows view of the running train. One whole car unit of  CRH 380A dedicated for serving food and drinks for passengers

Top speed: 380km/h 

4. AGV Italo:

The AGV Series which entered into service in April 2012 is AGV Italo. Created by Alstom, it is considered to be the most modern train in Europe. 

The AVG Italo started the service in April 2007. It operates between Rome and Naples. The passengers of AVG Italo trains can travel between these cities (distance – 140 mi) in just an hour.

AVG Italo has great Eco-friendly structure, 98% of its parts are recyclable. AVG Italo has 11 car sets. The seats are divided into three classes – Club, Prima, and Smart. All three classes of AVG Italo offers adjustable leather seats, live television, and free Wi-Fi.

Top speed: 360km/h  

 

5. Siemens Velaro E / AVS 103: 

  

The AVE S 103 is the fastest high-speed series-production train in the world. It operates on the Barcelona-Madrid line.

Velaro E runs at a maximum speed of 217.4 mph. Velaro E trains can take passengers from Barcelona to Madrid in just 2 hours and 30 minutes. During trials, Velaro E achieved a top speed of 250.84 mph.

The Spanish National Railways ordered the high-speed Velaro E trains in 2001. They began this high-speed train service in June 2007. Velaro E has eight passenger cars and a seating capacity of 404.

Top speed: 350km/h  

6.Talgo 350 (T350):
 

Known as El Pato (the duck-- Spanish), Talgo 350 was developed by Patentes Talgo in collaboration with Bombardier Transportation. It has been running on the Madrid-Barcelona line since 2005. 

This train has two driving cars and 12 passenger cars. It is also known as ‘Pato’ in Spain, named after its duck beak like the nose of the front car. This distinctive design of Talgo 350 is optimized to handle pressure waves.

The seating facilities in Talgo 350 trains are divided into four classes – Club class, First class, Bistro class and Coach class. All class in Talgo 350 features comfortable reclining seats with foot rests. The passengers also have access to video, audio devices at each seat. There are also real time information panels on both inside and outside of car sets.

 
Top speed: 350km/h  

7. E5 Series Shinkansen Hayabusa:

 

The trains run on the Tohoku Shinkansen Line in Japan. The train which came into being in 2011, features a system which reduces the vibration of the moving bogies, and a long nose which reduces the sound blast while moving through tunnels. 

The front car of the E5 series train has a 15-meter long nose. This design helps to minimize the sound and vibration while the train goes through the tunnels. The design of  Hayabusa train is based on Fastech 360S high-speed train developed by the East Japan Railway company. The E5 series Shinkansen has ten cars and a seating capacity of 731.

Each E5 series Shinkansen has three main classes – standard, green and gran class, offers. The standard class offers 658 seats, the green class offers 55 seats, and gran class offers 18 seats. The gran class is the main attraction of Hayabusa train. This premium class offers high-end luxury facilities for you.

In gran class, you can see 18 extra comfortable power-reclining seats with the leather coating. All passengers will get amenities such as eye mask, slippers, and blankets. The staff will also serve soft drinks and food for you.

Top speed: 320km/h  

 

8.Alstom Euroduplex:

  

The train is a third generation TGV Duplex which began service in December 2011. The train is capable of transporting 1,020 passengers and works on French, German, Swiss and Luxembourgish rail networks. 

Euroduplex trains started the service in December 2011. This train can transport 1020 passengers at a time. The Alstom railway company designs the Euroduplex trains.

Unlike the previous two generations, the Euroduplex trains are less in weight and have much-improved aerodynamics. It ensures the low power consumption. Euroduplex trains also have real time travel information screen near the door and inside the car set.

Top speed: 320km/h    

 

9. TGV Duplex: 

 

The train was manufactured by Alstom and Bombardier between 1996 and 2004. The series run mostly on the TGV Méditerranée line between Paris and Marseille and is the first third-generation double-decker/duplex train by Alstom.

It is a double-deck, high-speed train that connects all the main cities in France. It is one of the most comfortable European trains that has a seating capacity of 508.

Alstom manufacturing company builds TGV duplex trains. They used high-quality aluminum for the construction of TGV duplex to reduce weight. TGV duplex has an eco-friendly design and a recyclability rate of 90%. The stiff passenger compartments in the train also ensure the safety in case of the collision.

The TGV duplex train offers three main classes for passengers – standard class, first class and TGV Pro. The standard class features comfortable seats, snack vending machines, and a bar buffet.

In the first class, you will get more comfortable reclining seats, individual reading lights, and sockets for your electrical devices. The TGV Pro class offers extra comfortable and spacious seats, a welcome drink, free Wi-Fi, newspapers, and magazines.

Top speed: 300-320km/h 

 

10. ETR 500 Frecciarossa Trains:

  

The cars of Elettro Treno Rapido 500 have climate control, sound insulation and feature large seats to provide maximum comfort. ETR 500 entered into service in 2008 and can achieve a maximum speed of 360kmph. 

Today here are 28 non-stop Frecciarossa trains between  Milan and Rome. At the top speed of 186.4 mph, a Frecciarossa will reach Rome from Milan in just 2 hours and 40 minutes.

Frecciarossa train is a modernized version of ETR 500 Italian high-speed train. Frecciarossa trains are built by a consortium of AnsaldoBreda, Bombardier, and Alstom manufacturing companies.

A Frecciarossa train has four main cabins – standard class, premium class, business class and executive class. The cars of Frecciarossa trains are sound proof and offer free Wi-Fi.

Top speed: 300km/h