High Speed Rail 2 (HS2)

High Speed Rail 2 (HS2) is a planned high-speed train network in the UK designed to connect London with cities in the Midlands and the North. Its goal is to significantly reduce travel times, ease congestion on existing rail lines, and boost economic growth in less-connected regions. The trains will operate at speeds up to 225 mph, offering a fast, reliable alternative to car and plane travel. While the project aims to improve transportation and support regional development, it also involves large investments and construction challenges that are currently being addressed.