Some consider trains as a means of transport a bit old-fashioned. They are much slower than, for example, planes, and many tourists often prefer buses or cars. However, many travel enthusiasts will always choose the train over any other transportation means, and here are some of the reasons why.

AFFORDABLE PRICE

If travelling by car is not an option, trains are definitely the most affordable variant of public transportation. Unlike plane tickets that often reach enormous prices and buses that tend to be overpriced at times, travelling by train is the most budget-friendly variant. The fact that train tickets are often much cheaper for certain groups of people, such as youth, students, retired persons, etc., is another plus. There are also InterRail tickets, which offer you the possibility to travel to any European country at low prices.

COMFORT

Unlike buses that are often crowded and that don’t have enough legroom, trains are spacious and comfortable. No matter if they are divided into coupes or not, train seats are generally more comfortable and offer more room for the passenger and for storing personal items. In addition, the train offers you the possibility to get up and stretch your legs at any time, which can be quite handy in longer journeys.

MORE LUGGAGE

We’ve all been in that situation when we had to carefully decide which things we really need to bring before travelling by plane. Apart from the extra charge for additional baggage, airlines have various rules when it comes to the size and weight of your luggage. Buses also often don’t allow passengers to carry too much luggage for free. With trains, this is not a problem. You can carry as much luggage as you want and with small surcharge, you can bring your bike and pets.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT

Air travel is still the safest form of travelling, but when talking about land transportation, the train is the safest option. Railways are usually regulated very well, with stable and carefully planned schedules. This allows for reduced delays and less possibility for any types of travel accidents, unlike with cars and buses, which can become stuck in kilometre-long lines. Moreover, trains are not only safe for passengers, but for the environment as well. Almost all trains in Europe are powered by electricity, which makes them emit the least amount of carbon dioxide.

NATURAL BEAUTY

Train tracks are usually placed in nature. This means that passengers have the opportunity to see beautiful scenery and, since the journey is quite comfortable, they can enjoy the view of pristine nature for hours and hours on.