shuttle train
1 of 1noun/ˈʃʌtəl treɪn/
Forms:shuttle trains
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a train that goes back and forth between two places regularly
A shuttle train is a type of train used for short-distance, repetitive trips, often between two specific locations. It runs back and forth regularly, carrying passengers or cargo without making many stops in between. Shuttle trains are commonly used in urban areas to connect different parts of a city or at airports to move people between terminals. They are efficient for managing high volumes of passengers or goods over relatively short distances, ensuring quick and consistent transportation.
- The shuttle train runs between the airport and the city center every 30 minutes.
- Passengers can take the shuttle train to quickly reach the conference venue from their hotel.
- There is a free shuttle train that connects the main campus with the student dormitories.
- The shuttle train is convenient for workers traveling between the two factory sites.
- During the festival, a shuttle train will operate to help visitors move around the event locations.