Commuter rail
Commuter Rail
Commuter rail (pronunciation: /kəˈmjuːtər reɪl/), also known as suburban rail, is a passenger rail transport service that primarily operates within a metropolitan area, connecting suburbs or outer areas to the city center. Commuter rail systems are typically characterized by their operation on traditional railway lines, with more frequent service during peak times.
Etymology
The term "commuter rail" is derived from the concept of "commuting", which refers to the act of traveling regularly between one's place of residence and place of work or study. The term "rail" refers to the use of railways for this mode of transportation.
Related Terms
- Rail transport: A means of transferring passengers and goods on wheeled vehicles running on rails, also known as tracks.
- Public transport: A system of transport for passengers by group travel systems available for use by the general public.
- Metropolitan area: A region consisting of a densely populated urban core and its less-populated surrounding territories.
- Suburb: A mixed-use or residential area, existing either as part of a city or urban area or as a separate residential community within commuting distance of a city.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Commuter rail
- Wikipedia's article - Commuter rail
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