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🇬🇧 Mirror
World

World's longest train is over a mile long and has passengers in 100 carriages

The world's longest passenger train, measuring over a mile and consisting of 100 carriages, made a record-breaking journey through the Alps in Switzerland.

Feb 28 • 02:26 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Is there anything other than travel in life?

The article reflects on the experience of reading a novel during a train journey that evokes memories of youth and travel.

Feb 27 • 22:07 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

How to Save Hundreds on Train Tickets

A simple strategy can significantly reduce train fares for trips between Stockholm and Sundsvall, where ticket prices can be cut nearly in half by splitting the journey into two separate bookings.

Feb 27 • 18:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Director of 'Train Dreams', which could win an Oscar for a Brazilian, wanted to 'take the audience on a journey'

Clint Bentley, the director of 'Train Dreams', aims to immerse audiences in the extraordinary life of an ordinary man while the film garners multiple Oscar nominations.

Feb 27 • 17:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Pretty train journey through English countryside 'teeming with wildlife' to sandy beach

A scenic train route from Liskeard to Looe offers travelers a picturesque journey through the Cornish countryside, highlighting its wildlife and natural beauty.

Feb 27 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK's most beautiful train journey where waves crash into the tracks costs £8

The article highlights the scenic Riviera Line train journey in Devon, England, which costs approximately £8 and offers breathtaking views alongside the sea.

Feb 24 • 12:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

High-speed train ticket between Newcastle and Sydney to cost $31 for one-hour journey from 2039

Starting in 2039, Australians can expect to pay $31 for a one-hour high-speed train journey between Newcastle and Sydney, with taxpayers covering a total project cost of over $93 billion.

Feb 24 • 06:05 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Passengers recount shocking experiences on Abuja–Kaduna train, lament overcrowding

Passengers traveling on the Abuja–Kaduna train route have shared distressing accounts of overcrowding, operational failures, and mechanical issues during their journey.

Feb 22 • 10:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

World's longest direct train journey where passengers are in their seats for almost 7 days

The article discusses the world's longest direct train journey, which spans 5,771 miles across eight time zones and takes approximately 167 hours to complete without requiring passenger changes.

Feb 21 • 03:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

UK's train ride to vibrant Spanish beach is a stunning adventure

A stunning nine-hour train journey from London to La Zurriola beach in San Sebastián, Spain, showcases an exhilarating travel experience through Europe.

Feb 20 • 13:08 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

I had no idea..." A foreign tourist was amazed after eating food on an Indian train

A foreign travel blogger expressed surprise and delight at the quality and quantity of meals offered during a train journey in India, contradicting common perceptions about Indian train food.

Feb 19 • 05:35 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Train that Runs Like a Palace! Annual Salary of the Middle Class, Fare for 6 Days

An extravagant train journey on the Golden Chariot can cost as much as a middle-class person's entire annual salary in India, offering a luxurious experience fit for royalty.

Feb 18 • 07:05 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Leena heard a threatening rumble during a train journey - a glance out the window revealed a frightening sight

A Finnish woman narrowly escaped a potentially deadly avalanche while traveling by train in Switzerland.

Feb 17 • 19:08 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Puente does not clarify when the high-speed reopening between Madrid-Seville will take place while operators are selling tickets for tomorrow from 17 to 89 euros

Spanish Transport Minister Óscar Puente is unclear about the reopening date of the high-speed train line between Madrid and Seville, despite ticket sales being initiated for a journey starting tomorrow.

Feb 16 • 11:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Edith Bowman makes tearful plea for missing case containing grandfather’s ashes

Edith Bowman has made an emotional appeal for the return of a suitcase containing her grandfather's ashes, which was stolen during a train journey.

Feb 14 • 10:44 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Photo] 'Filled with Excitement on the Homecoming Journey'... National Movement during the Lunar New Year Holiday

Major terminals, train stations, airports, and highways across South Korea are bustling ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday, with many travelers heading home or going abroad.

Feb 13 • 07:06 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Train of Remembrance Travels Along Italy: 'Foibe, Enough Oblivion'

The Train of Remembrance will journey through Italy from February 10 to March 1, 2026, highlighting the historical events surrounding the foibe massacre and the exile of Italians from the Istrian and Dalmatian regions after World War II.

Feb 10 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Family was making sandwiches on the train, a debate on civic sense ignited on social media

A family filmed making sandwiches during a train journey has sparked a debate on civic sense in India, with opinions divided on its appropriateness.

Feb 10 • 03:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Journey Across Spain on Non-Working Trains

A report details the persistent delays and chaos in Renfe's Rodalies and AVE train services, particularly between Barcelona and Córdoba.

Feb 8 • 04:45 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

Insider Tip 'Chepe Express' – The Train Conductor Still Drives by Sight

The 'Chepe Express' panoramic train offers a unique journey through the snowy mountainous landscapes of northern Mexico, transitioning into a warm seaside atmosphere with lively music.

Feb 6 • 06:25 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

What a disaster everything is (or not)

The article discusses the frustrations faced during a lengthy train journey to Sevilla due to severe weather disruptions, resulting in a much longer travel time with no alternatives.

Feb 5 • 21:32 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

12-hour bus journey leaves north-west Victorians calling for change

Residents of Mildura are frustrated with inadequate transport options, requiring a 12-hour bus ride to reach nearby capital cities, and are urging for improved bus and train services.

Feb 4 • 20:44 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Experience 'world's best' train journey for half price using simple ticket trick

Savvy travelers can enjoy the stunning Bernina Express route through the Swiss Alps at a reduced fare by using a clever ticketing method.

Jan 15 • 10:26 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

From Dhaka to Chittagong, in the country of misery

A 330-kilometer journey in Bangladesh on an overcrowded, aging train with passengers sitting on the floor.

Jan 12 • 01:16 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Crime & Justice

Cologne: Man with Machete Triggers Police Operation on ICE Train

A man carrying what appeared to be a bloodied machete prompted a police response during an ICE train journey through North Rhine-Westphalia after train attendants found him sleeping in a compartment.

Jan 11 • 16:44 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Youth, the 'nest', fame: The long journey of 'Zvanì'

A train carrying a flower-covered coffin travels through the Apennines for the funeral of poet Giovanni Pascoli, with silent witnesses paying their respects at each station.

Jan 11 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Underused UK train journey is 75 miles of bucket-list scenery for £4

The direct train journey from Sheffield to Filey showcases stunning landscapes for just £4 back and forth, making it one of the UK's best budget travel options.

Jan 11 • 02:14 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Many travelers are well advised to postpone their journey

The storm 'Ellie' is causing significant disruptions for travelers, especially in northern Germany, leading to the suspension of train services on several routes.

Jan 9 • 08:13 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

PHOTO Evo what actually happened on the tracks, people in Split traveled for 20 hours: Photos released

Passengers on train 523 from Zagreb to Split experienced a 20-hour journey due to a train stoppage caused by damage to the locomotive's glass from a branch, leading to a blocked railway and delayed rescue efforts.

Jan 8 • 14:34 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

Train from Zagreb finally arrived in Split. "There was no heating, the children cried"

A train journey from Zagreb to Split took over 21 hours due to delays, leaving passengers, including children, stranded in freezing conditions without heating.

Jan 7 • 12:20 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

Trans-Siberian: the longest train in the world

The Trans-Siberian Railway spans over 9,000 kilometers, connecting Moscow to Vladivostok in a journey of unique beauty.

Jan 5 • 02:03 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Train Journey: The Top Routes in Europe Move Travelers

Train travel is returning as travelers seek more meaningful and less hurried journeys, embracing the concept of slow travel amid environmental consciousness.

Jan 3 • 12:06 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Journey on the train that connects the southern belt

The article describes the significance of a new train service in Albairate, marking a change in mobility for the southern area of Milan.

Dec 31 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Luxury train journey in Spain that's 'cheaper version of Orient Express'

A transformed former coal train in Northern Spain offers a luxurious travel experience, reminiscent of the Orient Express, allowing passengers to explore the region in comfort.

Dec 29 • 12:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

The legendary sleeper train connecting 3 countries in 7 days crosses 8 time zones

The Trans-Siberian Railway offers a unique multi-country journey through Russia, Mongolia, and China, showcasing breathtaking landscapes over 8 time zones.

Dec 29 • 11:10 UTC

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