Information about destinations travelling Europe by train
Having been recently refurbished Blackburn Station is an impressive facility for a town of this size. It has four different platforms and a staffed ticket office. It has one car park and step-free access is available. The station is also served by buses. There is an interesting artwork by Stephen Charnock on platform 4. It…
How to get to Oeiras Portugal by train In the late 19th century and early 20th century, Oeiras’ proximity to Lisbon’s urban centres of activity and its good transportation links contributed to its growth as a privileged location for leisure activities along the beaches. The beaches of Oeiras became occupied by higher social classes who…
Take a scenic train ride on the Douro Line. The trip from Porto to Pinhao is arguably one of the most beautiful train rides in Europe. Get off at Sao Joo da Pesqueira and gaze at the vineyards surrounding this peaceful village. Then head towards the Vale do Coa Archaeological Park where tours showcase prehistoric…
The train to Byfleet & New Haw Station leaves most frequently from Woking. Omio compares ticket prices and times to help you find the best option for your journey. You can also save money on your trip by purchasing a Advance ticket. Advance tickets are usually available up to 12 weeks before your departure date….
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…