Question : Is rail travel in Europe a viable alternative to flying?
I am considering a holiday in Spain (travelling from UK). These days, flying is a lot of hassle, what with the increase in security, and baggage restrictions. Would anyone recommend rail travel over air travel? Is travelling 1st class worth the extra money?
- asked by Citizen
All Answers: Answer #1very. i think you can still get eurorail passes that make travel alot easier
- answered by no n
Answer #2
yes, it "consumes less gas"
- answered by curious_moper
Answer #3
I would recommend rail for shorter distances ..but from UK to Spain? .. in that case I would gofor a budget airline, save much time
- answered by seetheglobe.com globemaster
Answer #4
We always travel by rail within Europe - and welove it! First class is nice but if you'rebudget-conscious there's no need to spend theextra money. Second class is just fine -really!Have a wonderful trip!
- answered by love2travel
Answer #5
Rail travel is preferable to air travel in Europe,in my opinion. It's easier, and you actually getto see the country you're traveling through, asopposed to just flying over it. It takes longerthan a flight, but if you factor in all thewaiting time at the airport, you pretty much breakeven. Europe's rail system is fantastic. 1stclass not really necessary...spend the extra moneyat a fabulous restaurant or an extra day oftouring or something worthwhile.
- answered by Melissa M
Answer #6
Rail travel is always pleasanter than flying - butclearly it will take longer and unfortunatelycost more (unless you are in the habit of flyingbusiness class!). With Eurostar and French 'TGVs'from Paris you can travel remarkably quickly. Youcould get to Spain in a day, assuming an earlystart from London. These trains travel at over 180MPH. 1st class will cost about half as much again- worth it if you are not counting the pennies.
- answered by david f
Answer #7
well, a train to barcelona causes 95% lesspolution than a plane going there. rathershocking,isn't it?.... gets me thinking...
- answered by Greenfields
Answer #8
As long as you have time then rail travel is muchmore comfortable and hassle free.It may take a bitlonger but you can enjoy the scenery onroute.Whislt in Spain you will notice how cheap itis,an upgrade to 1st class is not much more andwhy not treat yourself.
- answered by lance d
Answer #9
Rail is only viable for medium and shortdistances. UK to Spain by rail will take youapprox. 24 hours and cost more than flying. On theother hand, if you stop to look at the cities onthe way there, it's the ideal way oftravelling.2nd class on the french TGVs iscomfortable enough.
- answered by bergab_hase
Answer #10
yes i go 1st class only better seats
- answered by shoe s
Answer #11
Train travel is definitely worthwhile bothenvironmentally and as a means of enjoying thejourney. This is the BEST website for train travelin Europe. Enjoy!
http://www.seat61.com/
- answered by fidget
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