Speed tools
Train, Flight & Boat Speedometers
Check how fast your train, plane or boat is going from your seat.
Boat SpeedometerFree GPS boat speedometer: live speed over ground in knots or mph, top speed and trip distance. Plus SOG vs STW, hull speed and no-wake zone rules.Open tool 
Bullet Train SpeedBullet train speed in mph and km/h: Shinkansen 177–199 mph, maglev 375 mph record, India's 320 km/h MAHSR. Measure your train live with GPS.Open tool Fastest Trains in the WorldThe fastest train in the world in 2026, in mph and km/h: China's CR400 (217 mph), the 375 mph maglev record, Acela and Brightline, plus a GPS train speedometer.Open tool 
How Fast Do Planes Fly?How fast does a plane fly? Jets cruise near 560 mph at 35,000 ft. Cruise, takeoff and landing speeds by aircraft, plus a free GPS speedometer for your flight.Open tool How Fast Do Trains GoHow fast do trains go? Amtrak Acela tops 160 mph, most long-distance trains 79 mph, freight 40–60 mph. See FRA limits and check your train live by GPS.Open tool FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How can I check my train speed?
Open the train speed checker, sit by a window and tap Start. Readings pause in tunnels and resume when the signal returns.
Does GPS work on a plane?
On most phones GPS works in airplane mode at a window seat. The first fix can take a minute or two at cruising altitude.
Can I measure boat speed in knots?
Yes. Switch the unit to knots. One knot is 1.852 km/h or 1.151 mph.
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