Scientific paper ID 2595 : 2024/3

Digital transformation recalibrates and generates new business models, including introducing new ways of working based on modern digital technologies. This is an opportunity for railway transport to regain lost positions in the competitive environment with long-distance air transport, as well as medium- and short-distance road transport. The introduction of new solutions. The digital transformation in rail transport worldwide has proven to have a positive impact on the volume of rail transport carried out, generating new customer interest in this mode of transport. The purpose of this article is to analyze the directions of the modern digital transformation of railway transport as reflected in the Bulgarian reality. The research method is analyzing European regulations and practical experience in the introduction of digital solutions to analog processes in railway transport. The results of the analysis show the contribution of the digitalization of railway transport, ensuring a sustainable transport process.