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$12 billion high-speed rail connects Las Vegas-Los Angeles by 2028

The Associated Press — April 23, 2024, 05:00 AM UTC

Summary: A $12 billion high-speed rail line will connect Las Vegas and Los Angeles by 2028, with trains reaching speeds of 186 mph. Brightline West aims for 11 million passengers annually, cutting travel time to just over two hours. The project received $3 billion in federal grants and plans to alleviate traffic congestion on Interstate 15. The company's successful Miami line offers 16 daily trips.

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