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125-mph passenger trains could connect San Antonio and Austin, Texas, in about an hour: HNTB study
Summary by The Austin Editorial Desk · As published by Smart Cities Dive
· August 21, 2026
· 1 min read
A study by HNTB has found that 125-mph passenger trains could significantly reduce travel time between two major cities. The proposed trains would be able to connect the cities in about an hour…
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Key takeaway Further details on the study are available from Smart Cities Dive.
A study by HNTB has found that 125-mph passenger trains could significantly reduce travel time between two major cities. The proposed trains would be able to connect the cities in about an hour. Further details on the study are available from Smart Cities Dive.
The study specifically looks at the potential connection between San Antonio and Austin , Texas, with the goal of reducing travel time to approximately one hour.
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Category: Local ·
Published: August 21, 2026 ·
Source: Smart Cities Dive ·
Reading time: 1 min
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