Private company

Jackson and Lansing Railroad

Railway company in Michigan, United States1

The Jackson and Lansing Railroad (reporting marks JAIL) is a Class III common carrier in Central Michigan. The railroad runs for 47 miles, from Jackson, Michigan to Lansing, Michigan, on track leased from Norfolk Southern Railway for 20 years with an option to purchase the line when the lease expires.2 It is headquartered in Westland.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

The Jackson and Lansing Railroad (reporting marks JAIL) is a Class III common carrier in Central Michigan. The railroad runs for 47 miles, from Jackson, Michigan to Lansing, Michigan, on track leased from Norfolk Southern Railway for 20 years with an option to purchase the line when the lease expires.2

Acquisitions

  1. Succeeded Norfolk Southern Railway1

Sources

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