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10-08-2025
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Traveler shares in-depth look at bullet train that travels almost 200 miles per hour: 'I'm very impressed'
Traveler shares in-depth look at bullet train that travels almost 200 miles per hour: 'I'm very impressed' One traveler's YouTube vlog offers an impressive glimpse into the future of sustainable and fast transportation. Speeding by at nearly 200 miles per hour, Nonstop Eurotrip (@NonstopEurotrip) takes viewers on a ride aboard one of China's high-speed trains, showing how this sleek and efficient way to travel is not only reshaping how people travel but also cutting down our impact on the planet. On a 14-hour trip from Kunming to Beijing, the creator shared everything, from navigating the train station to what the restrooms looked like on board. They then showed off the sleeping quarters where passengers get fresh pillows, blankets, outlets, and reading lights. They also noted several times how comfortable and smooth the ride was, adding that they didn't even wake up once during the overnight travel. "I'm very impressed with everything this train had to offer — from the comfort and cleanliness to the food and value for money," they shared. "You really can't ask for much more from a night train." China's high-speed rail network has become the biggest and one of the most climate-friendly alternatives to flights and cars. By running on electricity, these trains help slash carbon emissions per passenger mile, which is huge for a country that emits the most air pollution. While no single train can solve the climate crisis alone, China's investment in fast, accessible rail offers a real-life example of how large-scale public transit can make a big difference for travelers and shrink our carbon footprints at the same time. As more countries look for practical solutions to keep people moving while cutting emissions, this nearly 200 mph transit shows just how far and fast we can go. "We covered an immense distance overnight, which is just not possible to do anywhere else in the world…yet," the creator said. Would having access to a high-speed train change how often you use public transit? Absolutely Probably a little Not much Not at all Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for weekly updates on the latest innovations improving our lives and shaping our future, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet. Solve the daily Crossword
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10-08-2025
- Yahoo
Jaw-dropping video captures moment international bullet train rips past station: 'Nothing short of superhuman'
Jaw-dropping video captures moment international bullet train rips past station: 'Nothing short of superhuman' There's nothing quite like the heart-pounding thrill of watching a high-speed train blast by. A video posted by TikToker Harissa Boy (@harissa_boy) shows the mighty velocity of the Shinkansen train zooming through a Japanese rail station as awe-inspired onlookers watch, with a catchy, sped-up synth remix of Jacques Offenbach's famous can-can song Galop Infernal. Shinkansen is the Japanese term for a bullet train. The Japan Rail Pass website writes, "Travelling at speeds of up to 320kph [about 199 mph], Japanese bullet trains are nothing short of superhuman." From Tokyo to Osaka, according to Japan Rail Pass, this train takes two-and-a-half hours and costs 13,620 yen — about $94. Flying takes a little over an hour and costs about the same. Driving could take over six hours. Travelers describe the ride through the Japanese countryside as "amazing," offering ample space, comfort, and breathtaking views. Besides avoiding crowded flights or long drives, a significant difference is really in the environmental effects. A high-speed train offers a viable alternative to methods that consume high amounts of fuel. Researchers Qiong Shen, Yuxi Pan, and Yanchao Feng investigated the environmental impact of increased high-speed train usage, focusing on fossil fuel consumption and carbon emissions. Their research, published in Humanities and Social Science Communications, found that "the introduction of high-speed railways has been instrumental in promoting eco-friendly development, as evidenced by a notable reduction in traditional resource consumption and carbon emissions along the railway routes. This inhibitory effect has strengthened over time and with increasing distance from the railway." The U.S. currently has only one train that approaches speeds similar to the Shinkansen. CNN reports, "Only Amtrak's Northeast Corridor has trains that can travel at speeds approaching those of the 300 kilometers per hour (186 mph) TGV and Shinkansen. Even here, Amtrak Acela trains currently max out at 150 mph — and only in short bursts." Commenters on TikTok were all aboard for the bullet train. "And they slow down to half the speed going through the stations. I was on one three weeks ago while I was in Japan. Amazingly smooth," one said, suggesting the actual speed is even faster. Would you support a tax increase to pay for high-speed rail in your state? Absolutely Probably I don't know No way Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Someone added, "In some rural stations, they do a full speed blow by, and it's pretty insane to see IRL." Another wrote, "Now that's the way to go!" Join our free newsletter for weekly updates on the latest innovations improving our lives and shaping our future, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet. Solve the daily Crossword
