What is a train driver called a captain?

Conductors do more than just take tickets – they are like the captain of the train, and must be familiar with the Physical Characteristics and Operating Rules of the route on which they operate at all times.



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The term loco pilot is synonymous with train driver and the two are often used interchangeably. The duties of an assistant loco pilot and a senior loco pilot are not the same. Senior loco pilots make decisions related to the operation of the train and hence may be considered train drivers.

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In the US, they're called “train engineers”. In the UK and other English-speaking countries, I believe they're called “train operators”.

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In 2021, the median gross annual pay of train and tram drivers was £59,031 (€68,673) in the UK, up from £42,484 (€48,951) in 2011. This is a 39 per cent increase in nominal terms, meaning inflation is not taken into account.

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From the 1730s engineer in North American English was being used as a synonym for engineman, she says, applied specifically to the driver or operator of a fire engine, then later to drivers of steamships and steam-powered locomotives.

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On this page you'll find 25 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to driver, such as: chauffeur, jockey, motorist, operator, trainer, and automobilist.

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His Name Comes From The A Eighth Avenue Express Due to its popularity in New York, it's lovingly called the A-Train by local commuters. It should be pretty obvious as to why this fact has been mentioned by now — the speedster A-Train's name is inspired by the aforementioned moniker.

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A Captain is typically the highest rank. However, in some airlines, there is a role of a Training Captain – an experienced pilot who not only performs regular captain duties, but also takes on the responsibility of training and evaluating other pilots (they also wear four Captain stripes).

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Pilot training at a glance
The minimum age to commence pilot training is 18, but you cannot get an ATPL until you're 21. It can take 16-18 months to qualify as a pilot if you've no previous flying experience. A two-year part-time 'modular' route is also available allowing you to work while you train.

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Train drivers work 35 hours per week, spread over 4 to 5 shifts (also known as turns). These may include weekends, evenings, nights and Bank Holidays. Freight engine drivers tend to work more night shifts and do long-distance routes, which often entails overnight stays away from home.

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