High-speed rail can serve as the backbone for a comprehensive, sustainable mobility system. Historic train stations are often central hubs within urban public transit networks, thus making them easily accessible by transit or by other “last-mile” modes, such as car sharing or bicycles. More trips made by rail as opposed to automobiles will also help reduce congestion and save travel time. Finally, thanks to more legroom, space, and freedom of movement than cars or planes, traveling by train is usually considered to be one of the most comfortable ways to travel. This helps passengers make more productive use of their travel time.