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About BNSF

Connecting Businesses and Communities Through Freight

What drives us forward

BNSF connects businesses, communities and consumers to the global marketplace. For more than 175 years, we have helped move the products that support economic growth and everyday life.

Moving essential goods

BNSF Railway is one of North America's leading freight transportation companies. We operate 32,500 route miles across 28 states and three Canadian provinces.


As a leading transporter of essential goods and materials, we help feed, clothe, supply and power communities across America and around the world. Every day, we deliver the products businesses and economies depend on.


Our network reflects the legacy of nearly 400 railroads and strong partnerships with shortline railroads and regional carriers across North America. Together, we help customers access efficient transportation solutions from origin to destination.

An enduring legacy of safety

As a leader in railroad safety, we recognize that a safe and secure rail network is important to our stakeholders and essential to our nation's future.


Our vision is to operate free of accidents and injuries and every day we work to make that vision a reality through safety programs, training, technology and continuous improvement.

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Our team

The strength of BNSF comes from our people. Guided by safety, respect, accountability and service, our employees work together to create value for customers, support communities and improve how we operate.

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Our vision and values

Our vision is to realize the tremendous potential of BNSF Railway by providing transportation services that consistently meet our customers’ expectations.

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Our communities

Supporting the communities we serve through with meaningful partnerships, volunteerism and strategic investments.

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Our history

BNSF's story spans more than 175 years of innovation, growth and service. Explore the milestones that helped shape one of North America's leading freight rail networks.

Unmatched network capacity

With 32,500 route-miles of track across 28 states and three Canadian provinces, the BNSF rail network plays a vital role in North American freight transportation. Our routes connect major ports, agricultural hubs and industrial centers to support reliable delivery across the continent.

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Financial information

Explore the financial strength and ongoing investments that help power BNSF's future.

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Did you know?

Each year, BNSF moves enough grain to supply ~1B people with a year’s supply of bread, and enough lumber to frame 330K houses.

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