A Multi-Criteria Feasibility Evaluation Framework for Cross-Border Passenger Rail Corridors:

A Case Study of the Alberta–Montana Corridor

Mrugank Thatte

Integrated Travel

October 2025

This paper presents an initial feasibility evaluation framework for cross-border passenger rail corridors, using the Alberta–Montana corridor as a case study. The approach integrates ridership, accessibility, sustainability, and financial indicators into a composite 0–5 scoring model. Weighted normalization and sensitivity testing allow scenario-based analysis of corridor feasibility. Results using proxy data suggest that ridership and accessibility dominate overall feasibility, while financial viability remains most sensitive to assumptions. This framework establishes a scalable method for evidence-based comparison across regional rail corridors.