Train innovations come in a variety of forms, from eco-friendly transport ideas to trains conceived by the famous Ferrari car brand. While this mode of transportation dates back to the 1800s, it is still around today and constantly receiving updates on a number of fronts.
High speed trains are a huge development in the last decade, with many reaching up to 300 MPH. This means that people can get to where they want to go in less time, and also become more efficient themselves. Other train innovations include designs that can pick up trash from the railway, and others that have an almost palace-like design.
These trains demonstrate how the world is constantly moving forward and coming up with better solutions to make transportation more efficient and eco-friendly.
30 Terrific Train Innovations
From Palace-Resembling Transport to Ferrari-Designed Trains:
Jamie Danielle Munro — Mar 29, 2014 — Autos
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Luxurious Super Train Spas
Japan's Bullet Trains Will Now Feature Hot Foot Baths
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Ferrari-Designed Trains
The NTV Italo Offers a Thrill Ride Just like a Sports Car
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Sleek Speed Trains
The Priestmangoode 'Mercury' Train Tops Off at 225 MPH
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Excessively Decadent Passenger Trains
Tickets for the Nanatsuboshi Luxury Train Are in High Demand
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310-mph Bullet Trains
Japan Announces Plans for the World's Fastest Train
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Literal Money Trains
The X-Train is a Gambling Haven From L.A to Las Vegas
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World Travel Tunnel Trains
The Future Has Arrived with 'Evacuated Tube Transport'
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Live-In Train Residences
The Amtrak Residency Program Will Provide Mobile Shelter for Writers
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Futuristic Suspended Trains
Scania ‘U.P. Urban Progress' by Jason Battersby
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Extraordinary Eco Speed-Trains
The Hassell A-HSV is a Bullet Train into the Future
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Pimped Train Travel
Modernized 'Business-Class Trains' by Aleksandar Dimitrov
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Improved Green Transportation
Fabien Vesseron Designs Self-Propelled Train
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360 MPH Supertrains
TGV French Rail Train Sets Record
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Automobile-Inspired Trains
Warsaw Unveils Their New BMW Subway Cars
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Supersonic Monorails
China's ‘He Xie' is the Fastest Train in the World
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High Speed EcoTrains
Greener, Faster Travel for Californians
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Television Cartoon Trains
The Cartoon Network Created These Paintings of Favorite Characters
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High-Speed Train Transfers
Moving Platforms from Priestmangoode Makes Train Travel Faster
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Speedy Eco Trains
Sweden's Grona Taget Sets Record
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Speedy Commuter Trains
The Train CRH380A in China is as Fast as a Low-Speed Jet Plane
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Eco Bullet Trains
Connecticut Set to Receive $117 Billion Amtrak Super Express Train
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Turbocharged Monorails
The UK Javelin Trains Drastically Reduce Traveling Times
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Movie-Inspired Trains
This Fan-Made LEGO Train from Back to the Future Part III is Impressive
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Track-Laying Trains
The 30-Car KUHF Train Can Make Its Own Tracks On the Fly
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Trash Pick-Up Eco Trains
The Vacuum Cleaner Rail Engine is a Massive Garbage Collector
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Futuristic Magnet Trains
Japan's Fastest Train Uses a Magnet Propelled Track System
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Cost-Saving Trains
RailEdge Rail Traffic-Control Software Improves Transportation Efficiency
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Speedy Low-Carbon Trains
The Priestmangoode Mercury Could Change Domestic Rail Travel
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The SKY Magnetar Travels at Five-Times the Speed of Sound
Plane-Inspired Vehicle Designs
This Mercedes-Benz Concept Vehicle by Al Yasid Balances Aesthetics
Multifunctional Transport Buses
The Bubblic Public Imagines the Future of Public Transit
Sports Car-Inspired Coffee Machines
The Conceptual Porsche Design nair Coffee Machine is Elegant
Supercar-Inspired Coffee Machines
Porsche and La Marzocco Design a Special Linea Micra Machine
Expanding Off-Grid Electric RVs
The Electric Transformer House is Sustainable and Luxurious
Streamlined Digital EV Concepts
The INFINITI Vision Qe Concept Has a Sleek, Futuristic Form
Art Deco Self-Driving Vans
The Tesla Robovan Has a Sleek, Train-Like Design with Space for 20
Luxury Designer Train Journeys
Christian Dior Launched the ‘Riveria Express’ in Cannes
Semi-Transparent Concept Cars
This Renault Twingo Concept Features an Inside-Out Design
Two-Wheeled EV Concepts
The 'SHANE' Two-Wheeled Electric Car Concept Has Space for Five
Flying Car Concepts
Alef Aeronautics Comes Closer to Making Flying Cars a Reality with Model-A
Compact Portable Power Stations
Volcan Creative's Futuristic Power Station is Trustworthy
Modern Pet-Friendly Furniture
Ricardo Sá Designs the Choo Choo Console for Pets
Fashion Designer City Cars
The Fiat 500e x Giorgio Armani is the Ultimate in Italian Luxury
Retro-Inspired Electric Vehicle Concepts
The Makkina Triumph TR25 is Inspired by the Jabbeke TR2
Hotel Room Vehicle Designs
The Mercedes x Belmond Vision Pullman Express is a Hotel on Wheels
Italian Sports Car-Branded Chargers
This Conceptual Ferrari EV Charger Pays Tribute to the Brand
Supersonic Aircraft-Inspired EVs
The Conceptual Concorde 20+ Features Aviation Inspiration
Sustainable Electric Bike Concepts
Przemysław Wolnicki Designed the Concept E-THUNDER Bike
Modern House Pet Furniture
The 'Choo Choo' Console by Ricardo Sá is Feline-Friendly
Water-Ready Sports Car Concepts
The Citroën Above and Under by Sangheon Chung is Transformative
Futuristic E-Bike Concepts
Decathlon's 'Magic Bike 02' is Designed For Versatile Transportation
Luxurious Electric Motorboats
Maserati Introduces the New Tridente Electric Powerboat
Electric Five-Door Cars
This Vehicle is a Reimagined Version Of the 'Renault 5' Sports Car
Folding Bicycle Revamps
Brompton's G Line is an Upgrade on Its Already Versatile-Original Model
Sustainable Airport Terminal Designs
This Lush Green Terminal is Powered By Renewable Energy
Groundbreaking Electric Vehicle Line-Ups
Honda Debuts Two Concepts Models in the Honda 0 Series
Transforming High-Power Electric Scooters
The INMOTION RS Scooter Has Four Riding Modes
Exquisitely Elegant Electric Cars
The 'Model 01' Adopts a Classy, Minimalist Aesthetic
Style-Conscious PHEVs
The 2024 Toyota Prius Prime is Sleek, Speedy and Spacious
Accessible Train Fleet Designs
VIA Rail Canada Has Introduced a Cutting-Edge Fleet of Trains
Relaxing Airplane Seat Designs
The Tranquil Airlines Seating Technology Has a Rocking Mechanism
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Toyota Becomes a Founder Partner of Ionna Charging Stations
Ultra-Futuristic Modern Cars
The Mercedes-Benz Vision One-Eleven EV is Visually Striking
Electrified Classic Saloon Cars
Audi Has Outfitted a Vintage 'NSU Prinz 4' With An Electric Motor
Retro-Inspired Two Seater EVs
The Pininfarina DYNO by Kanishq Palav Has Hubless Wheels
Hydrogen-Powered Refuse Trucks
Hyzon Motors and New Way Trucks Have Entered into a Partnership
Future-Facing EV Designs
The Jaguar Type 00 Showcases the Brand's Future
Reimagined EV Van Models
The Conceptual GMC Safari Electric Brings Back a Classic Model
Electric Car Chassis Platforms
The 'Super Board' Reduces the Development Time Of Electric Vehicles
Riproaring Electric Vans
The 'Ford Supervan 4.2' is Designed For Uphill Racing Performance
Electric Miniature Pickup Trucks
Yves Behar Designs the Telo with a Sustainable System
Transforming Bullet Train Toys
In Japan, McDonald’s Happy Meals Now Come with Shinkalion Toys
Oddball Penny-Farthing Bikes
This High-Wheel Bike Features a Motor and Battery
Escapism Electric Vehicle Concepts
The 'Trekker' Concept Vehicle is Imagined for Urbanites in 2030
Harmonious Cityscape Monorails
The HK Monorail Concept by the Ponti Design Studio is Sustainable
Cross-Country Beer Trains
The Coors Light Chill Train Invites Passengers Aboard with CGI
Cooling Bus Shelter Designs
EMT Madrid Spearheads the Quest for Comfortable Public Transportation
Tactical Train-Inspired Timepieces
These Citizen Ana-Digi Temp Watches Come in Three Styles
Rejuvenated Chinese Train Stations
MAD Architects Breathed New Life Into a Century-Old Station
Solar-Powered Rail Bus Systems
The RTA in Dubai Presents Plans for Floc Duo Rail System
Inaugural Fully Electric Cars
Maserati Debuted the Folgore Model During Milan Design Week
Panda-Inspired Retro Car Conepts
Fiat's New City Car Concept is Dubbed the Mega-Panda
Curvaceous Electric Concept Cars
The 'EV Sport 01' Offers Powerful Performance In a Sleek Package
Emissions-Free eVTOL Aircraft
This Aircraft Will Utilize a Liquid Hydrogen Powertrain
Racer-Inspired City Car Concepts
The Nissan Concept 20-23 is Imagined as the Perfect City Car
Retro Sci-Fi-Inspired Vehicles
Ferrari Introduces its New 2025 12Cilindri Nodding to the 70s
Neo-Minimal E-Bike Concepts
TienHung.Design Presents the Diode E-Bike with a Futuristic Look
Autonomous Interactive Shuttle Buses
The Coach Atoz Shuttle Bus by Disegno T9 is Communicative
Luxury Italian Electric Vehicles
The AEHRA Sedan Has a Sleek Yet Practical Aesthetic
Automobile-Focused Home Designs
Ralph Lauren Home Unveils Modern Driver Collection
Luxurious Recreational Electric Boats
The 'R30' is Designed For Consummately Comfortable Cruising
Hydrogen-Powered Race Cars
The Toyota GR H2 Racing Concept is Imagined for Le Mans 24 Hours
Versatile Commercial Van Options
The New Volkswagen Transporter Comes in Several Drive Systems
All-Electric Luxury Cars
Lamborghini Unveils the Lanzador Concept, Its Inaugural All-Electric Auto
Electric Luxe Concept Vehicles
Porsche Unveils a Look at the New Mission X Concept Hypercar
Eco Police Vehicle Designs
This Police Car Interior by David Dahlberg is Ultra-Modern
Eco-Friendly Mining Trucks
This Prototype Truck is Powered By Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology
70s-Style Four-Door EVs
The New Ford Capri is Built on the Volkswagen MEB Platform
Sustainable Air Travel Concepts
The Airbus Airspace Cabin Vision 2035+ Concept is Eco-Focused
Remastered Iconic Supercars
Alfa Romeo's Latest Car Pays Tribute to a Legendary Late-1960s Ride
Self-Driving Electric Cars
Rimac Introduces its First Autonomous Electric Car Brand, Verne
Induction-Charging EV Systems
InductEV Offers Clean, Wireless EV-Charging Infrastructure at Scale
Bright Miniature Electric Vehicles
Fiat Unveils its new Topolino EV Inspired by its Citroen Ami
High-Performance Hybrid Sports Cars
The 2026 Bugatti Tourbillon Has 1,775-Horsepower
All-Electric Sleek Fastback Sedans
Volkswagen Presents the ID.7, an Electric Update
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
Hyper-Speed Charging Electric Vehicles
The Nyobolt Concept EV Powers Up in Just Six-Minutes
Retro-Futuristic Headlight Automobiles
BMW Vision's Neue Klasse Gears Towards an Electric Angle
Electric Sporty Vehicle Concepts
Caterham Unveils a Look at the New Conceptual Project V
Electric Sports Car Concepts
Lotus is Designing its 'Theory 1' EV with Three-Seat Design
Sleek Sustainable EV Concepts
The Opel Experimental EV Concept Has Augmented Projection Technology
Adaptive Interior EV Models
The Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric Has a Solarbay Panoramic Roof
Turtle-Inspired Sleek Automobiles
Mercedes Benz Presents a Look at the Vision iMobility
Hydrofoil Technology Electric Boats
Vessev Introduces the Impressive VS-9 Electric Boat
Retro-Styled Electric Convertibles
The Lightweight 'Carice TC2' Prioritizes Nostalgic Aesthetics
Digital City-Inspired Art Works
New Digital Art is on Display in Grand Central Station
Colorful Vivid Small Automobiles
Fiat Presents a New Colorful Update Transforming its Grey Cars
Sporty All-Electric Concept Cars
The Volkswagen ID.X Performance Maximizes Electric Capabilities
Electrified Supercar Concepts
Nissan Showcased the Hyper Force Concept Car at Japan Mobility Show
One-Of-A-Kind Custom-Made Vehicles
Automobili Pininfarina Emphasizes Timeless Design with New Auto
Modern Steam-Bent Wooden Chairs
BrogliatoTraverso Designs the Trave Chair to Join Magis
Nutty Croissant Coffees
The Nespresso Festive Odyssey Collection Shares Comforting Flavors
Luxe European Train Routes
Travel from Paris to Portofino on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
AI-Powered CCTV Systems
Amazon Unveils a New Emotion-Detecting AI Software for Train Passengers
Cooling Vehicle Paint Technology
Nissan is Exploring a New Paint Technology to Improve Performance
Electrified Retro Sports Cars
The 'Caterham EV Seven' Will Feature An All-Electric Powertrain
Underground Station Expansions
Foster + Partners Introduces Two Stations on the Sydney Metro
Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles
This Conceptual Solar-Powered Coffee Truck Operates Anywhere
Nine-Seater Electric Vans
The PEUGEOT E-TRAVELLER Offers 217-Miles of Range
Medium-Duty Electric Trucks
The Motiv Power System 'Argo' Trucks Will Hit the Road in 2024
Repurposed Waste Transit Tiles
Jeffrey Miller Creates Riles for the London Underground
Repurposed Train Carriage Experiences
Supperclub.tube Presents a Unique Six-Course Dining Event
Travel-Themed Book Recommendations
Belletrist Curated The Reading Route for Trainline
All-Electric Pope Vehicles
Pope Francis Introduces a New Popemobile by Mercedes-Benz
Redesigned Unifying Transit Terminals
Foster + Partners Renovates the NY Midtown Bus Terminal
Regenerative Braking Electric Trucks
This Truck Uses Efficient Braking to Provide Expanded Range
UAE-Based Smart Taxis
UAE Residents Will Be Able to Call AI Smart Taxis Thanks to Hyundai
Updated Air Taxi Designs
Hyundai Unveils the New Elevated S-A2 Air Taxi During CES
Research-Centric Hydrogen Motorcycles
This Open-Source Two-Wheeler Aims to Encourage Innovation
Zero-Emissions Hypersonic Jets
The Venus Aerospace Stargazer Hypersonic Aircraft Concept is Sleek
High-Power Hybrid SUV Models
The Renault Rafale Has the E-Tech Full Hybrid Powertrain and More
All-Electric Sports Cars
Porsche's Vision 357 Speedster is an Ultra-Luxurious Model
Premium Sporty Electric Vehicles
Porsche Announces the Updated 2025 Taycan Sports Sedan
Hydrofoiling Electric Boats
Navier's 'N30' Boat Promises Eco-Friendly Waterway Transportation
Sustainable Travel Methods
Intrepid Unveils a Sustainable Travel Service to Incentivize Rail Usage
Folding Travel Toothbrush Concepts
Uladzislau Patapchyk Designs the IO Travel Toothbrush Concept
Sustainable Hybrid Hypercars
Porsche's 2025 Carrera GTS is the First Performance Hybrid Drive
Luxury Utility Vehicle Concepts
The Pininfarina PURA Vision Concept Imagines the Future
Rebuilt Historic Train Stations
MAD Introduces the Train Station in the Forest in China
AI-Empowered Vehicle Designs
Toyota Research Institute Plays Around with Generative AI
Dystopian Electric Vehicles
UP.FIT Refits Tesla Models Into Cyberpunk Tactile Vehicles
Immersive Ultra-Fast Electric Vehicles
Lotus Presents the Emeya Car with a Full Electric Build
Stylish Concept Electric Cars
The Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA Class has a Sleek Visual
Latticed-Steel Transport Hub Columns
Tremend Designs the Metropolitan Station in Lublin
AI Transport Technologies
ADLINK Reveals Three New Products for the Railway Industry
Point-and-Click Escape Games
Escape Room Phantom Train Challenges Players with Stories and Puzzles
Battery Electric Vehicle Lines
Iveco Group Highlights Commitment to Diverse Energy Solutions
Vertical Wooden Louvre Stations
Kengo Kuma and Associates Designs the Saint-Denis Pleyel Station
Affordable Public Transport Initiatives
Germany Offers Unlimited Public Transit for €49 Monthly
Hydrogen-Electric Racecars
The ACO and H24Project Unveiled 'MissionH24,' an Eco-Friendly Supercar
Train-Specific Digital Ticketing Platforms
Save a Train Revolutionizes Global Rail Travel
Railway-Inspired Lighting Series
Novocastrian Designs the Insulator Lighting Collection
AI-Powered Sail Systems
The 'FastRig' System Allows For Efficient Use Of Wind Power
Unique Urban Event Hires
London is Renting Tube Stations, Cable Cars, and Piers for Private Hire
Luxury-Focused Electric Cars
Audi Updates the Q8 E-Tron with More Premium Elements
Proposed European Train Routes
A Route from Belgium to Slovakia Could Stop in 50 Cities
Artfully Designed Train Stations
Design Studio MAD Creates its First Train Station in Beijing
Proposed Spanish Speed Trains
A New Train Could Whisk Passengers from Malaga and Marbella