by lpetrich
France and Italy sign Lyon – Turin accord | International Railway Journal
Total: €26bn
Base tunnel: €8.5bn
A tunnel about as long as the Gotthard Base Tunnel.
The French and Italian governments hope to secure up to 40% of the funding required for the project from EU sources. ...Estimated costs:
The 140km line will have 87km of tunnels including a 57km twin-bore base tunnel between St Jean de Maurienne, France, and Chiomonte in Italy. The cross-border section extends for 18.1km on the Italian side, 12.5km of which will be in the base tunnel. Beyond the Italian portal, there will be a 3km link to the existing line at Bussoleno, including a 2.1km tunnel and a new station at Susa. ...
The line is expected to open in 2028, reducing Lyon – Turin journey times from 3h 30min to 1h 47min.
Total: €26bn
Base tunnel: €8.5bn
A tunnel about as long as the Gotthard Base Tunnel.