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Rail operator SNCB announced that a new budget-friendly rail service linking Brussels to Paris in three hours will officially launch on December 19. Ticket sales for the much-anticipated service, operated under the Ouigo brand, are now open, offering an […]
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Passengers on Spain’s railways are increasingly facing delays, cancellations, overcrowded stations, equipment theft, breakdowns, and other disruptions. These issues, which have become routine for many travelers, particularly affect local and regional networks, with serious capacity problems at stations and
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The Latvian government has introduced significant revisions to the Rail Baltica project to prioritize cost-saving measures. Following lively discussions on Tuesday, officials approved a plan that excludes Riga from the main railway line and prioritizes a single-track system over
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In July 2025, Belmond will introduce the Britannic Explorer, a luxury sleeper train set to redefine rail travel across England and Wales. Starting from London, the train will offer exclusive three-night journeys on three distinct routes through Cornwall, the
Commuter rail services in Valencia are set to resume at 99% capacity today, according to an announcement from the Minister of Transport. However, the town of Cheste will remain without service for the time being. Lines C1 and C2
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PKP Polskie Linie Kolejowe (PKP PLK) has initiated the commercialization process for retail and service spaces at the newly modernized Warszawa Zachodnia station, set to transform Poland’s busiest transport hub into a bustling shopping center. The planned Galeria Warszawa
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The severe flooding across the Valencia region caused by the recent DANA storm has led to substantial damage to railway infrastructure, forcing a suspension of high-speed rail services between Valencia and Madrid for an estimated two to three weeks.
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The Metrovalencia transit network will take several months to fully recover and resume service to certain municipalities in Valencia‘s metropolitan area, especially in the southern region, due to severe damage caused by recent torrential rains. The network will gradually
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PKP Intercity, Poland’s national rail carrier, has announced new routes in its 2024/2025 schedule, including additional connections from Przemyśl to Kraków and Berlin. Next year, PKP Intercity will operate 505 services, marking an increase of 51 routes compared to
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The much-anticipated service, Eurocity Direct, is set to revolutionize travel between Brussels and Amsterdam. SNCB’s latest initiative will deliver faster, more frequent departures, providing an efficient connection between the Belgian and Dutch capitals. The journey, which will now take
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The Polish government is in negotiations with the cabinet of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to purchase the Spanish train manufacturer Talgo, according to Business Insider Polska. The objective of this acquisition is to establish a domestic producer of
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The Canadian federal government is considering building the country’s first high-speed rail line between Quebec and Toronto, according to Jean-Yves Duclos, Canada’s Minister of Public Services, Procurement, and Revenue. The government initially announced plans for a high-speed rail corridor
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Rail Europe announced its latest expansion, adding Croatia to its growing portfolio. This development allows partners and B2B customers to book train journeys to and from Croatia through ÖBB international services, further solidifying Rail Europe’s presence in Central and
FlixTrain, the German railway company and sibling to FlixBus, which stands as one of the few competitors to the country’s largest railway operator, Deutsche Bahn, has announced plans to significantly expand its regional route network. Currently, FlixTrain routes cover
SkyTeam, one of the world’s leading airline alliances, has announced partnerships with two high-speed rail operators—Eurostar and Trenitalia—to enable seamless single-booking intermodal journeys combining air and rail travel. These collaborations mark a significant step in expanding integrated travel options
