Quote Originally Posted by Larry OKC View Post
Why?

While I can see a benefit if both exist, why is it useless if local doesn't? That's like saying you have to have small planes or helicopters to get from the airport to your final destination. Obviously you don't. You get another means of transport (bus, taxi, rental etc).
I guess if you are looking at HSR replacing a airplane then I see your point. But I don't think that is the intent of HSR. HSR is designed to be part of a cohesive mass transit system. If it was up to me HSR would only make stops at stations that were connected to a local rail system. If Norman wants a stop on an HSR line they better put a trolley through downtown Norman or something.