Information about destinations travelling Europe by train
The distance from Helsinki to Kajaani is a straight line as the crow flies, but this does not take account of the curvature of the earth. Moreover, the journey time can be considerably longer if stops are made along the way. Tickets must be purchased before boarding trains, but on rural lines (1524 mm gauge)…
The main railway lines in Finland are operated by VR. The company has a monopoly on passenger trains, and its trains are known for being spacious and comfortable. Commuter trains don’t require reservation and run every X minutes on weekdays. The train names are very easy to recognize: they consist of a letter followed by…
Sheerness-on-Sea Station is a small two platform railway station on the north coast of the Isle of Sheppey in Kent. It is managed by Southeastern and is well used by commuters. Sheerness is home to a working port, one of the UK’s largest car and fresh produce importers. The town is also a popular seaside…
Located in Castelo Branco District, Sarnadas de Sao Simao is home to an impressive selection of attractions and experiences. Find out everything you need to know about visiting this amazing destination. A visit to the town’s museum is a must, especially to see this Manueline cross that was once part of a church and has…
West Hampstead station will benefit from new lifts allowing for obstacle free access from ticket hall to platform. This will be a great boost to commuters who use the station, especially those with disabilities or families travelling with young children. The station’s homely library building was opened in 1901. It was a time when many…
St Helens Central Station is a medium sized railway station in St Helens, Lancashire, England. It is a two platform station managed by Northern and serves trains on the Liverpool to Wigan Line. ECHO spoke to Allan Moore, 79, a local historian who has been researching St Helens ’ lost stations for years and shared…
Train rides in Finland are a space for contemplation. The endless pine trees and tidy villages of red and white weatherboard houses pass by as you enjoy the quiet pace of the journey. Traveling between Helsinki and Pori is easy and affordable with FlixBus. Book a ticket online or in the app to get started!…
What to do in Trancoso The town of Trancoso is a small walled village with a medieval castle crowning it. This beautiful historic site is a must-visit for visitors to this part of Portugal. It has a large number of interesting buildings and ruins that give evidence of its past. The most famous of them…
The most popular way to travel between Helsinki and Moscow is by flight. But the train is a good option for those who prefer a more comfortable and relaxed trip. From Helsinki, the sleek Allegro pendolino tilting trains connect central Finland with St Petersburg in an airline-beating three and a half hours. Allegro Taking the…
Catford Bridge is a two platform intermediate station on the Mid-Kent line. It is located adjacent to (and on a lower level than) the nearby Catford railway station. The station opened on 1 January 1857 as part of the ‘Mid Kent and North Kent Junction Railway’. The company was soon taken over by the SER….