branch line

US /ˈbræntʃ laɪn/
UK /ˈbræntʃ laɪn/
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ветка, боковая линия

a railway line that leaves a main line and goes to a smaller town or area

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The old station is on a branch line that's no longer in use.
Старая станция находится на ветке, которая больше не используется.
Travel on the branch line is often slower but more scenic.
Путешествие по ветке часто медленнее, но живописнее.