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Sweden's Train WiFi Blazes Ahead of Europe’s Average

10/14/2025

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Sweden leads train WiFi with a median download of 64.6 Mbps, far above the European average of 7.6 Mbps, due to rail-focused coverage.
In the United Kingdom, 70% of rail passengers report frequent WiFi interruptions.
Some countries have decent speeds, including Switzerland, Ireland, and Czechia, while the Netherlands, Austria, and Spain have under 2 Mbps.
Experts say internet quality varies due to differing national approaches to rail infrastructure and coverage.

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Sweden leads train WiFi with a median download of 64.6 Mbps, far above the European average of 7.6 Mbps, due to rail-focused coverage.
In the United Kingdom, 70% of rail passengers report frequent WiFi interruptions.
Some countries have decent speeds, including Switzerland, Ireland, and Czechia, while the Netherlands, Austria, and Spain have under 2 Mbps.
Experts say internet quality varies due to differing national approaches to rail infrastructure and coverage.