Not convinced? Here are just some of the reasons why travelling by train is the best way to travel in the world….
- Trains are easy and affordable for everyone
- Takes you right to the heart of the cities, not airports or ports on the outskirts
- They are better for the environment: A train from London to Madrid would emit 43kg of CO2 per passenger, but 118kg by plane (or 265kg if the non-CO2 emissions are included)
- Trains have few luggage restrictions
- Stations avoid tedious airport security
- Trains have more leg room than a plane
- There are dining cars on board many trains
- Good discounts on city attractions with many train fares
- Stay connected with free wi-fi on many trains
- Unlike planes, they are great for all the family,
- There is room to walk and stretch your legs
- Plenty to see outside of the large picture windows
- No plane turbulence
- You can hop on and off on many lines
- Trains are pet and bike friendly, and some even carry cars