Network Rail owns and operates Britain’s rail infrastructure. We strive to provide Britain with a safe, reliable and efficient railway fit for the 21st century.

Stations

We run 18 of the biggest UK stations

Train punctuality: 91.5%. 10 years ago: 78%

What's New

Apprentices

Become a Network Rail Apprentice

Just got your A-level results? Have you thought about our Advanced Apprenticeship Scheme? Register now for information about our 2011 intake, applications start next January.
Network Rail property search

Stepping up support for British business

Providing a wide range of premises for small/medium sized enterprises, our railway arches and other properties are available for storage, light industrial use, offices, retail and restaurants. Visit our property search for more.
Track

National Rail Trends 2009/10 published

The Office of Rail Regulation have just published their National Rail Trends 2009 - 2010 yearbook. ORR Chief Executive Bill Emery said it makes "positive reading for passengers".
Freight

Britain relies on rail freight

Rail freight is vital to Britain’s future economic success. It directly contributes £870 million to the economy and plays a significant part in reducing congestion and carbon emissions.

*Average train punctuality calculated over the 365 days to 26 June 2010