Information about destinations travelling Europe by train
Finland does not have a very dense railway system; its main lines are not very long. However, it has some fine modem locomotives which would do credit to any country. The main line to Hanko was opened in 1873. Today the railway is operated by VR Group. It is a great way to explore the…
Lichfield Trent Valley Station is on the Cross City Line to Birmingham and the West Coast Main Line to London. It also serves the National Memorial Arboretum at Alrewas. The station is currently undergoing six months of work to replace the damaged platform 3 during which Cross City Line trains will terminate at Blake Street…
Penrith Station is a modern commuter hub, and its fares are very affordable. A single off-peak adult single train fare is PS22. Located directly opposite the imposing ruins of Penrith Castle, this historic town is served by trains arriving from West Coast Main Line destinations. The station is a short walk from local shops, bars…
Falkirk High Station is one of two main train stations in Falkirk. It offers connections to Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Queen Street stations. It is managed by ScotRail. On a typical weekday, 47 trains depart and arrive between Falkirk High and Edinburgh Waverley. The fastest journey takes about 23 minutes. Station building The station building…
Finnish passenger rail lines are largely inland and operated by the national railway company VR. VR has a monopoly on passenger transport. Long distance public transportation in Finland is modern, comfortable and affordable. Most trains have air conditioning, reclining seats and free power and Wi-Fi. The main line north from Oulu passes over the Arctic…
The new one-hour train link between Helsinki and Turku will reinforce the standing of local communities, promoting economic growth. It will also reduce travel times and make commuting to Helsinki easier for people living in the cities along the route. Book a seat on a high-speed Pendolino trip between major hubs or an InterCity ride…
Brentwood Station is a key transfer point for bus routes and serves a large retail and residential area. The station is being upgraded to add a street-level elevator, new fare gates on the mezzanine level, and improved lighting and signage. Residents in the half-mile station area are about evenly split between owners and renters. About…
France is home to several charming towns that are renowned for their production of exquisite malbec wines. From Bordeaux to Cahors, the country boasts a rich history and a diverse range of terroirs that contribute to the exceptional quality of these wines. In this wine lover’s guide, we will take you on a journey through…
Ylivieska lies at the main north-south railway junction in Finland. This is the point at which all trains to and from Oulu and Rovaniemi stop. It is also the point where the line splits. Finland has no great need for giant express passenger engines, corresponding to the “Flying Scotsman” or “Cock o’ the North” in…
Redditch Station is set for a major revamp in a project worth almost PS10m. Emerging designs have been described as “sustainable and ambitious” by Worcestershire County Council. The line between Barnt Green and Redditch opened to freight on June 1866 and to passengers on 17 September that year. The railway was extended to Ashchurch in…