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fromThe Local France
5 hours ago

Eurotunnel and Eurostar still not ready for EES rollout despite deadline

The new checks, part of the EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES), collect digital personal records of third country nationals travelling to the Schengen area and replace the manual stamping of passports.
EU data protection
#high-speed-rail
#amtrak
Travel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

I upgraded to Amtrak's business class for $50. As nice as my 8-hour ride was, I'll probably stick with coach.

Amtrak's business class offers comfort and convenience for travelers, making it a preferred choice over flying despite longer travel times.
Travel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

I canceled my flight and paid $200 for a 20-hour Amtrak ride to avoid TSA airport chaos. It was better than flying.

Amtrak travel was chosen to avoid airport chaos, resulting in significantly longer travel time and higher costs.
fromPadailypost
11 hours ago

Caltrain to close stations if transit tax doesn't pass

"Caltrain and BART would very likely be looking at shutting down passenger service," Deputy Director of Policy Development Melissa Jones said. "In that case, the agencies would be focused on maintenance, trying to secure our assets, keep everything safe while we regroup for the future."
San Francisco
#london-transport
London
fromianVisits
1 day ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport is undergoing significant upgrades and changes, including pay rises for staff and new train services.
London
fromianVisits
1 week ago

London's weekly railway news

Five Tube stations in London are set to receive upgrades for step-free access after being initially rejected.
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces challenges including strikes, parking chaos, and accessibility issues while new projects and community initiatives are underway.
London
fromianVisits
1 day ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport is undergoing significant upgrades and changes, including pay rises for staff and new train services.
London
fromianVisits
1 week ago

London's weekly railway news

Five Tube stations in London are set to receive upgrades for step-free access after being initially rejected.
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces challenges including strikes, parking chaos, and accessibility issues while new projects and community initiatives are underway.
#easter-travel
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

The Ford government wants the power to set transit fares in Ontario | CBC News

The Ontario government proposes to regulate transit fares to create a unified fare structure across the province.
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

What to know about the MBTA's free and discounted commuter rail plans for summer

"As we prepare for events like the World Cup, MA250, Tall Ships, and for millions of visitors to experience all that Massachusetts has to offer, we want to thank our regular riders that rely on us 365 days a year for your patience and continuing to choose transit during this unprecedented summer."
Boston
France news
fromThe Local France
2 days ago

Planned high-speed link between Paris and Spain hit by more delays

The high-speed train project connecting Spain and Paris has been delayed again due to bureaucratic issues and certification challenges.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Editorial | Finding the fare' way forward, for New Yorkers and the budget | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani's plan for a fare-free bus system faces funding challenges, but the City Council proposes expanding the Fair Fares program for low-income New Yorkers.
#night-trains
Berlin
fromInsideHook
5 days ago

Could a Hotel Room on Wheels Get You to Take a Night Train?

Night trains in Europe may return with modern designs and comfort by 2030, aiming to compete with air travel prices.
Berlin
fromInsideHook
5 days ago

Could a Hotel Room on Wheels Get You to Take a Night Train?

Night trains in Europe may return with modern designs and comfort by 2030, aiming to compete with air travel prices.
Washington DC
fromGothamist
1 week ago

America's horrible trains mean you have no alternative to hourslong airport lines

The U.S. lacks high-speed rail, causing travel issues during TSA staff shortages.
London food
fromianVisits
2 days ago

Free DLR and bus journeys near Silvertown Tunnel get last-minute extension

Free DLR and bus services at Silvertown tunnel extended until May 26, 2026.
#travel
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fromTravel + Leisure
3 days ago

Is Basic Economy Actually Cheaper? What the Fine Print Says

Basic economy tickets appear cheaper but often incur additional costs and restrictions, making them less flexible and potentially more expensive overall.
Travel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

I chose a 20-hour train over a 2-hour flight to avoid airport chaos. See what the experience aboard was really like.

Comfortable train amenities made a long trip enjoyable, especially during airport chaos caused by a government shutdown.
New York City
fromHoodline
4 days ago

PATH Commute From Jersey City to WTC Back on Track After Terminal Fix

PATH service between Journal Square and World Trade Center resumed normal operations after mechanical issues were resolved.
fromianVisits
4 days ago

Shh... future Crossrail 2 trains beneath Oxford Street expected to be library-quiet

The building, an office block with shops on the ground floor, is at the eastern end of Oxford Street, just north of Soho Square, and sits above the possible route of the Crossrail 2 railway, if/when it is eventually built.
London
France news
fromComputerWeekly.com
5 days ago

Orange steams ahead in French railway connectivity | Computer Weekly

Mobile connectivity quality varies significantly among French rail operators, impacting passenger experience and expectations.
Europe news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Five Euro 2028 tickets 'cost same as World Cup parking space'

Uefa will freeze ticket prices for Euro 2028, offering affordable options compared to World Cup pricing in the US.
Berlin
fromThe Local France
1 week ago

Full steam ahead for revived Paris-Berlin night train

A revived night train service between Paris and Berlin has launched successfully, attracting positive feedback from passengers.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Victoria and Tasmania get free public transport in fuel crisis but NSW and WA to keep collecting fares

Public transport will be free in Victoria and Tasmania to encourage usage and reduce fuel demand, while NSW and WA governments will not implement similar measures.
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Red Luas line and Dart services partially suspended over Easter weekend

Red line services will be partially suspended between the Red Cow and Tallaght/Saggart on Saturday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday due to engineering works. Trams will operate between The Point/Connolly and the Red Cow, with replacement bus services running every 15 minutes in affected areas.
London food
#hs2
London
fromTime Out London
5 days ago

This London train line is getting new services to one of the city's most exciting new destinations

Olympia's £1.3 billion redevelopment will enhance accessibility with increased Mildmay line train services starting May 2026.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Train Delay Repay rule changes to make claims easier

If the trial is successful, the plan will save 20m a year in lost revenue, while preventing confused passengers from being prosecuted for fare evasion, the Department for Transport says. A separate scheme will also make it easier for passengers who buy their tickets from third-party retailers such as Trainline to claim compensation for late or cancelled services under the Delay Repay scheme.
UK news
London food
fromianVisits
3 days ago

Over 8.6 million journeys made as contactless rail spreads across South East

The expansion of contactless travel tickets in the South East has recorded over 8.6 million journeys by February 2026.
#indian-railways
Paris food
fromThe Local Germany
3 weeks ago

New Paris-Berlin night train to include three extra stops

European Sleeper will operate a new Paris-Berlin overnight rail service starting March 26, 2026, with stops in France and Belgium, offering tickets from €39.99.
London food
fromianVisits
4 days ago

Berrylands station to close for four months this summer

Berrylands station will close for four months for £6 million upgrades, including new platforms and improved facilities.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Opinion: The Federal Railroad Administration's Proposed Amtrak Restructuring is Worth Considering - Streetsblog USA

While dozens of other countries have delivered fast, modern train networks, we are stuck with a skeletal system built largely on slow, 19th-century alignments. Even developing nations are passing us by. There is growing recognition at the federal level that things need to change, but substantial and comprehensive reform would require an act of Congress.
Alternative transportation
fromThe Drum
4 weeks ago

Network Rail's powerful campaign

Sit down with Hannah Bowler and the Story Catchers and Network Rail team where they discuss their wins at The Drum Awards for Marketing EMEA for their 'You vs Train' campaign. Hear about the success of the campaign, how changing behavior was its ultimate goal, and how they reached difficult target audiences.
Marketing
France news
fromThe Local France
3 weeks ago

France's SNCF opens ticket sales for rail travel from July to December

SNCF now allows advance ticket bookings for high-speed rail up to nine months in advance, expanding from the previous three-month window following a successful trial.
#deutsche-bahn
Berlin
fromwww.thelocal.de
3 weeks ago

Deutsche Bahn expands high speed train services between Cologne and Brussels

Deutsche Bahn expands cross-border rail services to Belgium with additional high-speed ICE trains from Cologne to Brussels, new airport connections, and weekend services to coastal and tourist destinations.
Berlin
fromwww.thelocal.de
3 weeks ago

Deutsche Bahn expands high speed train services between Cologne and Brussels

Deutsche Bahn expands cross-border rail services to Belgium with additional high-speed ICE trains from Cologne to Brussels, new airport connections, and weekend services to coastal and tourist destinations.
#train-travel
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Travel

The train route through Europe that costs less than flying and shows you scenery planes never will - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago
Travel

The train route through Europe that costs less than flying and shows you scenery planes never will - Silicon Canals

UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

It's a mess': Expert warning over changes to UK train ticket refunds

UK train passengers face stricter refund rules from next month, limiting flexible ticket refunds to 11 pm the day before travel unless services are disrupted.
London politics
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

A new interactive chart shows how much London tube fares have gone up in the last 20 years

London Underground fares have remained relatively stable in real terms over 21 years, with central zone fares matching 2005 prices when adjusted for inflation, though outer zone travel has become significantly more expensive.
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces multiple challenges including aging infrastructure heat problems, strikes over working conditions, safety incidents, operational disruptions, and service expansion plans across Underground, Elizabeth Line, and mainline networks.
UK politics
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Fare dodgers targeted as train ticket refund rules are tightened

UK government tightens train ticket refund rules from April 2026, reducing the refund window from 28 days to the day before travel to combat £40 million annual fraud.
Travel
fromWander With Jo
2 weeks ago

Round-Trip Flights are a Trap

Multi-city flight bookings often cost less than round-trip tickets because airlines price individual flight segments separately rather than requiring returns to origin cities.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Revealed: the new affordable commuter hotspots in Great Britain

Post-pandemic housing patterns have shifted back toward traditional commuter zones, but affordability challenges and new infrastructure are reshaping which areas attract homebuyers seeking value.
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Channel Tunnel operator GetLink eyes upsurge in UK-France travel

Thanks to the development of high-speed rail and the slowdown in our capital expenditure, we aim to strengthen the growth of our results over the next decade. Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation stood at €859 million, exceeding targets set and reconfirmed last year.
France news
London food
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

This London train service has been crowned the best rail line in the UK for 2026

London Northwestern Railway won Train Operator of the Year 2026 after investing £1 billion in new trains and infrastructure, increasing capacity by 40 percent and raising customer satisfaction by 20 percent.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Passenger Rail Is Headed for a Reckoning - and the First 90 Days of 2026 Will Decide It - Streetsblog USA

Let's start with the biggest issue on the horizon: the proposed merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern. Yes, the ultimate decision is about a year away. But sides are lining up for and against, and right now, the Surface Transportation Board, which is colloquially known as STB -- the railroads' economic regulator -- is considering the details of how the rules governing that decision will be applied.
US politics
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

Here's How Freshly Cooked Meals Are Actually Made on Trains-From Flat Iron Steak to Macaroni and Cheese

Many passengers assume that train food comes from prepackaged sources, but the meal arriving at your train seat or table could have been prepared hours earlier at a commissary or even cooked to order by a chef onboard. Train dining has significantly evolved from the era of vending machine snacks. Now, rail operators invest in specialized equipment, source from local suppliers, and develop menus months in advance.
#london-transport-fares
#london-underground
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Plans to transform UK's busiest station approved

Plans approved to build a 97m mixed-use tower over Liverpool Street station concourse, promising increased concourse capacity and accessibility while drawing heritage conservation opposition.
UK news
fromianVisits
2 months ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail network advances with barcode ticket trials, Elizabeth line peak service increases, HS2 tunnelling progress, station upgrades, accessibility concerns, apprenticeships, and strike threats.
UK politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Rail fares freeze plus the Great British Rail Sale, what it means for hybrid work, hiring, and London commuting - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

A regulated rail fare freeze and rail sale let employers refine hybrid policies, reduce booking friction, and stabilize commuter budgeting for the short term.
UK news
fromianVisits
2 months ago

TfL eyes major upgrade so Tube can accept National Rail barcode tickets

London Underground plans to install barcode scanners on ticket barriers to accept National Rail barcode tickets, starting at shared and central stations with back-office upgrades.
#eurostar
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London rail news covers a proposed Northern line depot, Elizabeth line ticket-office cuts, HS2 spending controversies, infrastructure repairs, and multiple Tube incidents and crimes.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I've spent over 2 decades riding trains all over the US. I wish passengers would stop doing these 7 things.

Be considerate: limit luggage and seat use, avoid monopolizing space, seek consent before conversation, and respect fellow passengers' comfort.
UK news
fromianVisits
2 months ago

From this Sunday: London Northwestern and West Midlands trains become publicly owned

London Northwestern and West Midlands Railway services transfer to public ownership under DfT Operator Limited on 1 February 2026, with few immediate passenger changes.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Decision on Manchester-London 'ghost train' was uninformed, regulator admits

The ORR admitted missing critical facts when banning passengers from a peak Manchester–London service, acknowledging the initial decision may have been incorrect.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

These Historic Railcars Take You to Any Amtrak Destination in America-Here's How to Book

Private, fully restored mid-century luxury railcars are available for limited overnight California and Western US charters offering private suites, dining, and observation decks.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I booked the cheapest accommodation on an overnight train in Europe. I'll never do it again.

I spent 12 hours in a regular seat on an overnight train from Berlin to Vienna. For less than $50, I got a reclining seat in a seating carriage with five other people. I've traveled on Amtrak sleeper cars in private rooms, but I didn't adjust well to the shared space. I got exactly zero hours of sleep on an overnight train from Berlin to Vienna in October 2022.
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fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

Eurostar's 'Snow Train' Through the French Alps is Back This Winter-Here's How to Book

Eurostar Snow delivers direct high-speed train services to French Alps resorts from London, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Brussels and Antwerp for 2025–2026 winter, fares from £99.
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