U.S. Breaks Ground on First High-Speed Rail Linking Las Vegas and Los Angeles

The $12 billion project, supported by $3 billion in federal funds, promises a two-hour travel time and significant environmental benefits.

Construction of the U.S.'s first high-speed rail, a $12 billion project connecting Las Vegas to Los Angeles, officially began with a groundbreaking ceremony attended by key government officials.
The rail line, expected to be operational by 2028, aims to reduce travel time to approximately two hours, significantly faster than current car or plane options.
Brightline, the company behind the project, anticipates the train will attract 11 million passengers annually and cut 400,000 tons of carbon emissions each year.
The project has received substantial federal support, including a $3 billion grant from the 2021 bipartisan infrastructure law.
Future expansions could connect other U.S. cities, with plans already being considered for routes in Texas and the Pacific Northwest.