Fact Sheet Kyle Hart May 4, 2021

Key Maglev facts and figures

Key Maglev Facts and Figures (152 KB)

Download our PDF with quick facts on the proposed Maglev train that would operate between Baltimore, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.

A proposed high-speed train from Baltimore to Washington would harm a national park, a national wildlife refuge, the Chesapeake Bay and numerous nearby communities — and charge expensive ticket prices to save commuters 14 minutes of travel time.

Click the green button above to download our PDF with facts on why we can’t afford to let developers harm our lands for this destructive, expensive train.

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