Information about destinations travelling Europe by train
Most passenger rail services radiate from Helsinki Central, operated by the state-owned Valtion Rautatiet (VR). From here, trains run south to Tampere and Turku. There are also limited overnight trains to Rovaniemi and beyond to Kemijarvi. Alternatively, you can drive Finland’s uncrowded roads – though this is an adventure in itself with its ponderous pace…
Willesden Junction is an important railway centre, not in the dazzling sense of a Crewe or Carlisle, but it fulfils many essential functions. It is a main-line interchange and also a junction for suburban traffic to all parts of the capital. History The Junction is the meeting point for the main railways of London. It…
Charlton has many water-oriented recreational areas, attractive residential sites and conservation areas. Over 1,000 acres of ponds, reservoirs and streams are found within the town. These are an integral part of the town’s rural character. Real time updates Real time train updates from Charlton Station are available, thanks to National Rail Enquiries. Simply enter your…
The Turku Central Station has passenger train connections along the Rantarata line to Helsinki and to the north via Toijala towards Tampere and Oulu. All trains are operated by VR and reservations can be made through their call center with English speaking staff. Ferries to Turku are available with a wide range of cabin choices…
The Blackwater region is steeped in history. It is believed that Harriet Tubman used farms that abut and are within the boundaries of the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge to hide escaped slaves on her Underground Railroad journey. Located in Cooper County, Blackwater is home to a small town of about 200 people. There are no…
A major node on the rail network, Derby Station serves around 3.9 million passengers per year. It was recently remodelled in 2018, with a bay platform removed and the faces of new island platforms created. It has a Costa and WHSmith as well as access to Pride Park stadium, where local football team Derby County…
Croy Station serves the village of Croy – as well as parts of Kilsyth and Cumbernauld – in North Lanarkshire, Scotland. The station is located on the Glasgow to Edinburgh via Falkirk Line, about 11+12 miles northeast of Glasgow Queen Street. The new bridge at Croy was funded by Access for All, a programme that…
Finland has a fine network of railway tracks, connecting widely scattered towns. These lines are crossed by many fine steel bridges. Long distance trains are comfortable and punctual. Buses are modern with air conditioning, reclining seats and bathrooms. Most offer free power outlets and WiFi. In Helsinki a combined ticket covers buses, metro and the…
Travel around Finland with train tickets and reservations online via our booking links. Seat reservation is not available for commuter trains (marked IC or Pendolino in timetables) but you can buy an extra class ticket for more comfort at reasonable prices. The state-owned railway operator VR runs passenger services on a 7,225 km (4,448 mi)…
Henley-on-Thames is renowned for its rowing, especially the Henley Royal Regatta held annually in early July. The town also boasts an eclectic range of independent shops and cafes. The town is easy to get around and is only a short drive from Oxford, Reading and Windsor. Henley-on-Thames Station offers regular train services operated by First…