Relax in comfortable surroundings, listen to the locals and watch the world go by. Here are some of the advantages of the train vs. the plane, or the car. Why travel by rail?

1. The Best Use of Your Time

Frequent services mean the flexibility to choose a travel time that suits you. For journeys of between 1-4hrs (200-900km), high speed rail delivers you to your destination quicker than if you travelled by plane, giving you more time to explore. There’s no wasted time sitting in airport lounges or travelling into the city from an out of town airport with city centre to city centre travel. And with 90-95% punctuality on average, even more time is saved.

Use your time onboard to plan what to see next, catch up on sleep, or have a meal. Your time is your own: no upside-down maps, no searching for petrol.

2. Value for Money

With a range of Rail Passes and Point to Point tickets to suit every pocket, and frequent special offers, you can make your money go further. Booking in advance means no queuing for tickets in busy stations, and can even save you money.

3. The Best Way To See Europe

You’ve come to Europe to see Europe – why spend your time flying over it? Instead, lean back and enjoy the chatter of European languages all around you. Admire the scenery. For an authentic European experience, take the train.