Rail Safety Notice

Always expect a train. An empty map does not mean tracks are clear.

Understand the limits of the map

Trains.fyi combines realtime feeds, schedules, inferred or synthesized positions, and user submissions. Not every train is shown. Positions, identities, times, and status may be delayed, estimated, stale, or wrong. A train may be present or approaching even when none appears on the map.

Use trains.fyi for information and recreation only. Never use it for navigation, railway operations, emergencies, or deciding whether tracks are safe to enter or cross. Estimated positions and update timestamps describe the data; they are not a safety assessment.

Stay in lawful public places

• Never trespass on tracks, rights-of-way, tunnels, bridges, yards, equipment, or restricted railway property.
• Observe only from lawful public locations. Do not enter restricted areas to obtain a sighting or photo.
• Cross only at designated crossings and obey signs, signals, gates, local laws, and officials.
• Stay alert. Do not use the app while driving or in any other unsafe manner.

In an emergency

Move to safety and contact local emergency services or the emergency number posted at the crossing. Do not rely on trains.fyi to locate a train, report an emergency, or decide an area is safe.

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For more guidance, see Operation Lifesaver’s track safety guidance and your local railway safety authority.

Document version: 2026-10-02 · Updated: October 2, 2026