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Italy launches newly restored 1970s train from Rome to Siena

You’ll need to book quickly as the route is only running for a limited time this autumn.

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Travel warning as France launches nationwide strike on Wednesday

"Block everything" is the rallying call for a protest movement in France that is causing chaos and disruption for thousands of travellers on Wednesday 10 September.

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These rail journeys let you soak in Europe’s most beautiful landscapes

From the famous Venice Simplon-Orient-Express to Scotland’s Kyle Line, these picturesque rail journeys allow travellers to enjoy the best of Europe at a leisurely pace.

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ScotRail removes peak rail fares in move to promote train travel

The removal of peak rail fares is expected to significantly help passengers with savings and deal with the current cost of living crisis.

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This new luxury train could be the best way to slow travel in Thailand

Thailand’s upcoming luxury heritage train will allow passengers to visit historical sites and engage in deeper cultural immersion experiences- without compromising on style or comfort.

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You're fired! Who will be Deutsche Bahn's next CEO?

Germany's Federal Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder has announced the early dismissal of Deutsche Bahn CEO Richard Lutz. But who will be his successor?

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Onboard the world’s best trains, as ranked by travellers

Two of the trains have new routes planned for 2026, with one offering scenic travel to FIFA World Cup locations.

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See Andalusia in sumptuous style on Spain’s 1930s luxury train

During the dreamy journey, passengers stop at some of Spain’s most magnificent cities and storied attractions.

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Direct trains between London and Berlin could run within a decade

A planned London–Berlin rail route aims to offer a greener, faster alternative to air travel.

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These high-speed trains in Italy react automatically to earthquakes

Italy's first rail Earthquake Early Warning System debuts on Rome–Naples line, using sensors to detect and halt trains.

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Copenhagen and Prague will soon be a direct train ride away

The Czech Comfortjet train will have a dining car and children’s cinema, and there’s plans for a night service, too.

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Rail Baltica could be used for defensive military purposes

Construction on the 870-km-long Rail Baltica through Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia is gathering momentum, as the line switches from the Russian broad gauge to the European standard gauge. The EU is covering a large part of the costs.

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Seven days, five countries: My scenic Paris to Istanbul train ride

This luxurious slow train might just be the best new way to see Europe.

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Fancy a multi-stop train trip but no time to plan? Try a guided tour

Keen to save time on planning, Vicky Smith tried a guided train trip with small-group adventure company Intrepid.

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More than 1 million people took a night train trip in France in 2024

While these soaring passenger numbers should be a positive sign, France’s limited fleet of trains can’t cope with the demand.

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Easier cross-border train travel? Deutsche Bahn says it’s coming

The EU is expected to propose legislation this year to make passenger rights to rebooking and reimbursement mandatory.

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Dreamy new night train to connect Rome and Marseille this summer

The blissfully named Espresso Riviera is returning to the rails after a successful summer season last year.

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Discover Taiwan’s living history on this 113-year-old mountain train

The railway was originally built to transport cargo but this recently restored heritage route has since swapped timber for tourists.

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Half of Europeans say they will travel more by train in next 5 years

Plane travel is set to stagnate, with only around 2 per cent expecting to fly more in the next five years.

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What I learnt on a rail adventure across Europe with my kids

Booking and making a cross-border train trip can be more challenging than opting for a flight, but it has its benefits.