Noun
commuter rail (uncountable)
(rail transport) A rail transport system with trains used to transport commuters between two places, typically their homes and works, normally within a metropolitan area and its surrounding environs, and generally distinguished from other rail transport systems (i.e. subways, metros, tramways) by having less frequent service, lacking free transfers between trains and using heavy rolling stock running on a mainline railway
Synonyms: (mainly in London) overground/Overground, (mainly in Germany and Austria) S-Bahn
Boston and Philadelphia's commuter rails each have thirteen active lines, but Boston's lines reach, on average, over a third again farther out from the central city than their counterparts in Philly.
I took the commuter rail in to work today, since it's quicker and more convenient than driving on the highway at rush hour.
Commuter rail systems around the world Africa seeAlso A Metrorail train pulling out of Kalk Bay station in Cape Town Currently there are not many examples of commuter rail in Africa. Source: Internet
The MBTA is taking the first step in its planned Commuter Rail overhaul by piloting eight new trips a day on the Fairmount Line through the middle of Boston. Source: Internet
Commuter rail lines from the North Shore and northwestern suburbs begin and terminate at North Station; lines from the South Shore and the west start and end at South Station. Source: Internet
Commuter rail systems, characteristic of large European and North American cities, are uncommon in China. Source: Internet
It will also provide more convenient connections to the Commuter Rail and subway.” Source: Internet
The board last week approved a extension that will keep Commuter Rail operator Keolis in place until at least 2025. Source: Internet