NAICS Code Description

48211 - Rail Transportation

Top Businesses by Annual Sales for 48211 – Click for Complete Profiles:

Burlington Nthrn Santa Fe LLCNorfolk Southern Railway Co
Union Pacific CorporationNational Railroad Pass Corp
CSX CorporationWatco Companies LLC
Kansas City SouthernIllinois Central Railroad Co
Djp Xx LLCCrr Holdings LLC

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating railroads (except street railroads, commuter rail, urban rapid transit, and scenic and sightseeing trains). Line-haul railroads and short-line railroads are included in this industry.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

  • Operating street railroads, commuter rail, and urban rapid transit systems--are classified in Industry Group 4851, Urban Transit Systems;
  • Operating scenic and sightseeing trains--are classified in Industry 48711, Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Land; and
  • Operating switching and terminal facilities as separate establishments--are classified in Industry 48821, Support Activities for Rail Transportation.

NAICS Codes that fall under 48211 - Rail Transportation