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World Train Map – 1247 train routes around the world
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An interactive railway map showcases 1,247 notable train routes across 120 countries, including high-speed, classic, night, scenic, heritage, and luxury lines. Each route is displayed on a fullscreen map with details such as distance, fastest journey time, and top speed.
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- Praise: The curated nature of World Train Map makes it interesting for those focused on passenger trains rather than overwhelming data.
- Praise: It's amazing to see the dominance of high-speed rail in Japan, China, and Europe, highlighting a stark contrast with the rest of the world.
- Concern: This map is misleadingly labeled as a world train map, missing many short lines in America and giving a false impression.
- Concern: Commenters see the comparison to Open Railway Map as a clear indication that World Train Map is just 'AI slop' lacking in comprehensive data.