railway

/ˈɹeɪlˌweɪ/noun

A system of tracks and trains for carrying people or goods.

Example sentences

“The new railway connects the two cities in under an hour.”
“My grandfather worked on the railway for forty years.”

The British word; Americans say 'railroad'. 'Railway station' likewise becomes 'train station' or 'railroad station' in the US.

Synonyms for railway

railroad

Related words

exploreTo travel through a place to learn what it is like or to look for new discoveries.ferryTo carry people or goods back and forth across a river, strait, or other stretch of water by boat.departTo go away from a place; to set off.highwayA major public road built for fast traffic, often with several lanes.arriveTo come to a place; to reach one's destination.routeThe path or way you follow to get from one place to another.