A shuttle train is a train that runs back and forth between two points, especially if it offers a frequent service over a short route.[1][2] Shuttle trains are used in various ways, in various parts of the world. They commonly operate as a fixed consist, and run non-stop between their termini.[3] They can be used to carry passengers, freight, or both.
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