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Rail transportation

International rail transport refers to the movement of goods or passengers between two or more countries via the railway network using freight or passenger trains.

In general, it means the transfer of goods or passengers from one country to another using trains and crossing rail borders.

Example

Transportation of goods from Iran to Turkey or Central Asian countries by train

Transportation of transit cargo from neighboring countries via the Iranian railway network

Features of rail transport

  • High capacity for carrying heavy and bulky loads
  • Suitable for long land routes
  • Lower cost than road over long distances
  • Less pollution than road transport
  • Important documents and certificates
  • International rail waybill (such as SMGS or CIM)
  • Export and import customs documents
  • Rail transport insurance
  • Border crossing permits

Advantages of rail transportation

  • High safety and lower risk of accidents
  • Economical for bulky loads
  • Suitable for international transit of goods

Disadvantages of rail transport

  • Limited to routes with rail connections
  • Requirement of combined transport (road + rail) for final delivery
  • Different track gauges and regulations between countries on some routes

International rail transport is usually carried out station-to-station or combined with road transport (door-to-door).