Shuttle train

A shuttle train is a train that runs back and forth over a short route. Shuttle trains are used in various ways in different parts of the world. They can be used to carry passengers, freight (including accompanied cars/buses/trucks), or both.

For passenger trains they are generally one of two types:

  • a branch line or other short distance line, generally with frequent services, where trains travel back & forth over the short line; or
  • a supplementary service to cater for high passenger numbers on a short portion of a railway line, either during rush hours or other specified times such as before or after major events (concerts, sports, etc).
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