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<\/p>\nAlberta is moving ahead with a long-term passenger rail strategy that will see a rail network built between Edmonton and Calgary, along with expanded regional and airport connections.<\/p>\n
The Passenger Rail Master Plan, which was released on June 5, 2026, outlines a 30-year network that includes plans for a high-speed train of up to 320 km\/h between Edmonton and Calgary via Red Deer, with up to one train per hour in the key corridor.<\/p>\n
Frequent airport-express and commuter rail service is also part of the plan, including all-day service every 20 minutes for Calgary International Airport, Airdrie, Edmonton International Airport and St. Albert, and commuter-peak services for other connections.<\/p>\n
\u201cMajor infrastructure projects don\u2019t happen overnight. They require thoughtful planning, strong partnerships and a clear vision for the future. The Passenger Rail Master Plan gives us that foundation,\u201d said Premier Danielle Smith in a release.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis investment will help advance the next phase of planning as we explore opportunities to better connect Alberta\u2019s communities, airports and economic hubs.\u201d<\/p>\n
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It will also see higher-speed service between Calgary and Banff at over 160 km\/h, along with regional connections aimed at improving access to tourism and employment hubs.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe know passenger rail connections between Calgary and Edmonton and their international airports are a priority for Albertans. Our initial work will focus on these connections, allowing us to plan for a network of rail services that connect with LRT, transit and the airports to make it easier for Albertans to get where they need to go,\u201d said Devin Dreeshen, Minister of Transportation and Economic Corridors.<\/p>\n
According to its website, the province is moving ahead with the first steps of the plan with a $15 million investment over three years to support:<\/p>\n
planning for a passenger rail connection between Edmonton\u2019s light-rail transit (LRT) system and the Edmonton International Airport
\ninitial planning for a central station in downtown Calgary
\nengagement with industry to assess private\u2011sector market capacity, financing approaches, business models and investment strategies to advance passenger rail<\/p>\n
The Province is even thinking long-term with its vision, outlining potential routes by the time the 2080s roll around<\/a>.<\/p>\n