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Entries tagged as train travel…
October 30, 2009, 11:52 AM
If you paid taxes last year, it was your money that made up the $32 per passenger loss. Even the Northeast Regional was unprofitable.
If you paid taxes last year, it was your money that made up the $32 per passenger loss. Even the Northeast Regional was unprofitable.
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October 2, 2009, 12:18 PM
Moscow and St. Petersburg are about to join the ranks of major cities linked by high-speed rail service. Will Siemens sell its cutting-edge trains to the U.S. next?
Moscow and St. Petersburg are about to join the ranks of major cities linked by high-speed rail service. Will Siemens sell its cutting-edge trains to the U.S. next?
September 1, 2009, 9:11 AM
Europe's newest crop of high-speed trains are making record time.
Europe's newest crop of high-speed trains are making record time.
August 24, 2009, 10:10 AM
We found you can save up to 40 percent off the cost of intercity train tickets in Europe by booking on European websites. The catch? You'll need to know a little French.
We found you can save up to 40 percent off the cost of intercity train tickets in Europe by booking on European websites. The catch? You'll need to know a little French.
August 3, 2009, 10:10 AM
After visiting an estimated 200 stops throughout the city, the Wegeners shared some tips about the Big Apple's underbelly—as well as great places for dining and sightseeing above ground.
After visiting an estimated 200 stops throughout the city, the Wegeners shared some tips about the Big Apple's underbelly—as well as great places for dining and sightseeing above ground.
June 25, 2009, 11:51 AM
A new high speed train halves the time it takes to get from London to the village of Ashford in the British southeast. But what is there to do, once you get there?
A new high speed train halves the time it takes to get from London to the village of Ashford in the British southeast. But what is there to do, once you get there?
June 2, 2009, 11:33 AM
Buy a $22 international student ID card, and you can save more than $100 on Eurail travel this summer.
Buy a $22 international student ID card, and you can save more than $100 on Eurail travel this summer.
March 26, 2009, 5:36 PM
See the photo, and then learn how to submit your own True Story on the road for a chance to win a three-night, all-inclusive vacation to Los Cabos, Mexico.
See the photo, and then learn how to submit your own True Story on the road for a chance to win a three-night, all-inclusive vacation to Los Cabos, Mexico.
December 16, 2008, 3:58 PM
From $50 one-way, a new direct train with upscale amenities will connect New York City and Atlantic City, beginning on weekends in February.
From $50 one-way, a new direct train with upscale amenities will connect New York City and Atlantic City, beginning on weekends in February.
October 27, 2008, 4:34 PM
On a French train, a young passenger's cell phone fell into the toilet bowl on the train. When he reached down to get it, the suction system trapped his hand.
On a French train, a young passenger's cell phone fell into the toilet bowl on the train. When he reached down to get it, the suction system trapped his hand.
October 21, 2008, 12:34 PM
Amtrak is now offering Americans the discounted rail passes that previously only foreign visitors could buy.
Amtrak is now offering Americans the discounted rail passes that previously only foreign visitors could buy.
September 26, 2008, 11:49 AM
Nearly half of the London Tube's cars will have air-conditioning. Whew!
Nearly half of the London Tube's cars will have air-conditioning. Whew!
September 12, 2008, 11:30 AM
Zoom in under two hours, cheaply.
Zoom in under two hours, cheaply.
August 28, 2008, 11:38 AM
Show us which subways you've ridden.
Show us which subways you've ridden.
August 7, 2008, 11:05 AM
A new train and subway system will run west to east across London, greatly expanding possible public transportation options.
A new train and subway system will run west to east across London, greatly expanding possible public transportation options.
June 18, 2008, 8:09 AM
Unlike air travel, a train trip across Europe is a fascinating experience in itself, not mere transportation. Here are routes worth doing for the scenery alone, but which won’t break the bank.
Unlike air travel, a train trip across Europe is a fascinating experience in itself, not mere transportation. Here are routes worth doing for the scenery alone, but which won’t break the bank.
June 9, 2008, 12:45 PM
Between June 14 and 17, Amtrak will cancel much of its Regional Service and all of its Acela Express service between Boston, New Haven, and New York City.
Between June 14 and 17, Amtrak will cancel much of its Regional Service and all of its Acela Express service between Boston, New Haven, and New York City.
June 5, 2008, 11:12 AM
Advice on what you should avoid (subways in Rome), what you should prepare for (a lack of air conditioning), and what are the most scenic routes (such as cable cars and water taxis).
Advice on what you should avoid (subways in Rome), what you should prepare for (a lack of air conditioning), and what are the most scenic routes (such as cable cars and water taxis).
May 27, 2008, 12:03 PM
Heathrow Express is introducing a system that allows you to buy tickets online and then proceed straight to the train--no more waiting in line to buy tickets.
Heathrow Express is introducing a system that allows you to buy tickets online and then proceed straight to the train--no more waiting in line to buy tickets.
May 7, 2008, 9:44 AM
In Western Europe, trains are a cheaper and more convenient way to get around than many of the other options. Here are five booking tips.
In Western Europe, trains are a cheaper and more convenient way to get around than many of the other options. Here are five booking tips.
May 1, 2008, 9:09 AM
Here are four ways to save on trains in Britain.
Here are four ways to save on trains in Britain.
April 16, 2008, 8:37 AM
If there's a public bus or light rail option on the trip you're planning, Google Maps will now suggest it. See a video with a full explanation.
If there's a public bus or light rail option on the trip you're planning, Google Maps will now suggest it. See a video with a full explanation.
February 19, 2008, 8:23 AM
Amtrak is officially announcing that it'll begin random searches of passengers' carry-on bags—the system is modeled after the one used in New York City subway stations.
Amtrak is officially announcing that it'll begin random searches of passengers' carry-on bags—the system is modeled after the one used in New York City subway stations.
June 13, 2007, 10:50 AM
Quick-hit ways to keep costs down when you're riding the rails.
Quick-hit ways to keep costs down when you're riding the rails.
May 13, 2007, 5:12 PM
Get the best deals for inter-city rail travel—the first step is to check out European websites.
Get the best deals for inter-city rail travel—the first step is to check out European websites.
May 7, 2007, 10:59 AM
Park entrance fee hikes, overnight train trips, and fare sales in today's edition.
Park entrance fee hikes, overnight train trips, and fare sales in today's edition.
April 24, 2007, 1:53 PM
Sick passengers, European railways, and a little bit of history.
Sick passengers, European railways, and a little bit of history.
April 13, 2007, 1:13 PM
We salute Gadling for spotlighting a new website, Urbanrail.net.
We salute Gadling for spotlighting a new website, Urbanrail.net.
