The Worst Rail Journey In The World

Train travel is often associated with times gone by, with a relaxed or slower pace than the traffic jams of the roads, or the hideous long lines and delays at the airports of the world… But we have discovered that train travel can be a scary place too. In fact, it can be downright murder…

From a crazy market that is literally ON THE RAILWAY TRACKS WHERE TRAINS RUN BACK AND FORTH - no kidding, to trains that are so high up in the mountains that they have to pump in oxygen supplies to stop passengers from passing out, here are 20 Most Dangerous Railway Tracks In The World.

[worldgonemad]

My FIL was a Japanese POW and helped build the Burma railway. He came home a physical wreck - but unlike thousands of others, he did make it home

[SpiritmanProductions]

19:09 is in the Netherlands, not Switzerland. lol

[AWESOMKAR]

As a Thai person who has been to both the Railway market and Death railway, both aren't exactly terribly dangerous so long as you're not being stupid. The Death railway bridge in particular gives a splendid view of a nearby river, just don't poke your body OUTSIDE the carriage

[tytn]

I've visited the "railroad market" in Thailand, and I can confirm that it is AWESOME! Scary, yes, but awesome! Luckily, the train does not race through, but rather moves slowly, like a grandparent might!

[xiazhao]

The train in Tibet is the most safe one among those you mentioned. The purpose of adding oxygen is only making passengers feeling comfortable. The train is pretty fast and stable, having beautiful view.

[tinynina]

The one I would never want to go on would be the last one, the one in Mexico. It looked like chaos! Very interesting video. Thank you!

[johnuhelski]

I have ridden several of these roads . I can assure you the WP&Y in Alaska is one of the best ever and hardly a rickety operation as your comment mentioned. I never felt in any "danger". The roadbed is first class ; the cars, locomotives, bridges are all top notch. I guess that old unused bridge that is out of service must have scared you. BTW, The rail line does go from Scagway to WhiteHorse, but the train only goes as far as Carcross, the remainder is intact, but out of service. Cool vid tho'

[josesal]

Note on the Mexican R&R crime advisory. I detect an offensive way of manipulating the info. It has to be noted, that beside the tourist oriented train service, all other trains are cargo / freight. Tourist trains are well respected and generate large income. Crimes are made on the cargo, while passing through remote areas, and where poverty is high, trains are assaulted and cargo containers opened to steal whatever. Army does try to contain, but their aggression is deterred by the women and children, the thieves involve to avoid been shot at. A crime is numbered by container opened, so if train has 12 or 15 containers opened then it has 12 or 15 crimes committed, hence the large amount of statistical numbers.
Side note: Actual government is trying to re-establish passenger rail service, with high efficient, well guarded and modernized rail cars. Including sleepers with diner cars, observation, bar and open air cars. Please see:
México on it's way to a better existence.

[christinacollins]

I’ve been on the Lynmouth to Lynden rail in Devon U.K. The actual drive to get there was worse as we decided to go over the mountain through Exmoor. The road down to Lynmouth was scary with very little verge and a sheer drop into the sea or on the rocks below. That is one journey I would never do again.

[frederickpillsbury]

I loved riding the train in Ecuador from Guayaquil to Quito. You have not mentioned the Copper Canyon trains from Chihuahua to Los Mochis. Amazing scenery and numerous hairpin turns where the line crosses over itself a few, times.

[LOla-igkv]

Your descriptions and that thing you do with irony impeccably, time travels!

Better than the train rides! Outstanding! ❤

[liljanasufaj]

From what you told us, i would avoid the Mexican ones. I never knew that Mexico is so damn scary from criminals even in the trains. My favourite ones would be the Swiss trains, especially the one that sends you on top of that high moountain.

[ffrederickskitty]

I was on the Lynton and Lynmouth with my daughters just a couple of days ago. Brilliant piece of engineering and not the least bit scary

[lgcota]

Traveling by train in Mexico was limited to immigrants from Central America journeying to the US atop freight trains from the Southern border. They were assaulted in all ways possible during their trek. This stopped in 2018, with the new government. Migrants are now allowed to stay and even work, while they wait for their appointment at the US INS. The only passenger trains remaining were the Tequila Express, a luxury train with a short route, and the Chepe, with one of the most scenic routes in the world, very sought after by international tourists.
As of next week, a portion of the Tren Maya from Campeche to Merida, will start working, and days thereafter, the Ferrocarril Transístmico, which will link the Pacific with the Gulf of Mexico across Mexico's narrowest part (Istmo de Tehuantepec). It will have passenger service and it is envisioned to be an alternative to Panama's Canal.

[kevinakakp]

That last train definitely was the scariest

[sandrasoares]

I injoy them all.
Thankyou for your time today And have a wonderful day 😊
Massachusetts 🍎

[The_Untitled]

nah watching a market outside a train window would be incredible. Not for commuting but yes for sightseeing

[MichaelCamansi]

God is always provide u miss Ivana kasi you're so generous your blessing.❤❤❤

[nixonnguni]

Awesome railroad videos and professional commenting.Keep up the good work 👏💯!!!

[emmachurchman]

What was number 12 in this video?, did i miss it? 😳 it goes from 13-11 😮