A branch line is a railway line which branches off a more important through route, usually a main line. These lines have mainly local traffic only, lower speeds and lower equipment criteria.<br/>
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A main line is an important section of a railway network, which connects cities or hubs and does serve high(er) speed passenger, larger cargo or suburban trains. Normally these lines are equipped with signals, train protection systems and allow higher speeds and axle loads<br/>