Man's 40-hour train epic on a single ticket stuns GWR
A passenger's incredible cross-country journey on Great Western Railway sparks a travel frenzy and raises questions about UK rail loopholes.
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Sydney Metro Strikes: Second Week of Commuter Chaos
Sydney faces another week of severe transport disruption as rail workers escalate industrial action over pay and conditions, causing major delays for thousands of commuters.
Network Rail's High-Tech Fight Against Leaves on the Line
Network Rail is deploying high-tech rail-head treatment trains to combat the annual autumn menace of 'leaves on the line', preventing delays and ensuring safer journeys for passengers across Britain.
Journalist Poses As Criminal, Exposes UK Border Flaws
An undercover investigation exposes critical flaws in the UK's new digital border system, revealing how easily criminals could exploit loopholes to enter the country undetected.
Reform UK Would Axe Northern High-Speed Rail Schemes
Richard Tice announces Reform UK would axe HS2 northern leg and Northern Powerhouse Rail, prioritising road and local rail upgrades instead, in a major policy shift affecting northern infrastructure.
East Coast Main Line Train Fares Slashed in Half
Passengers on the East Coast Main Line are set for huge savings as the new operator, LNER, introduces simplified and drastically cheaper 'Semi-Flex' fares, ending years of confusing pricing.
Central Queensland's Disused Railway Set for Cycling Tourism Revival
Discover how a historic 50km rail corridor in Central Queensland is being transformed into a world-class cycling trail, promising to boost eco-tourism and breathe new life into rural communities.
CrossCountry Train Drivers to Strike in October Over Pay
CrossCountry train drivers to stage 24-hour strike in October over pay dispute, threatening severe disruption to long-distance rail services across Britain.
Interrail Sale: Expert Tips for Budget European Rail Travel
Discover insider tips for maximising the Interrail Global Pass sale. From hidden-gem routes in Spain and Scandinavia to money-saving strategies for France and Italy, our expert guide helps you craft an unforgettable European train journey on a budget.
New contactless rail ticket tech to end passenger queues
A revolutionary 'tap-in, tap-out' rail payment system, using cutting-edge bank card technology, is being rolled out across Britain, promising to put an end to lengthy ticket queues and confusing fare rules for passengers.
GPS & Contactless Train Tickets Trial to Revolutionise UK Rail
UK railways are on the cusp of a major revolution. A new trial combines contactless pay-as-you-go technology with GPS tracking, promising to make paper tickets and fixed fares a thing of the past. Discover how your future train travel will be smoother, sm
UK trials location-based rail ticketing for automatic best fares
A groundbreaking trial by the Rail Delivery Group could transform UK train travel with location-based ticketing, offering flexible fares and ending the frustration of split-ticketing.
Heatwave Havoc: UK Rail Network Buckles Under Staycation Surge
Britain's heatwave sparks a staycation stampede, overwhelming train services to coastal hotspots as record temperatures trigger major travel disruption across the network.
Amtrak's New High-Speed Acela Trains Revealed for 2024
Amtrak is set to transform travel on the US East Coast with its new fleet of Next-Gen Acela high-speed trains, promising faster, smoother, and more sustainable journeys between Washington and Boston from 2024.
London-Berlin rail competition heats up for Channel routes
A fierce battle is underway between London and Berlin to become Europe's premier hub for high-speed cross-Channel rail services, with new operators and routes set to transform travel between the UK and mainland Europe by 2025.
Bank Holiday Rail Chaos: Major Disruption Warning
Passengers on the West Coast Mainline face significant travel disruption this May Bank Holiday as Network Rail undertakes essential engineering works, with multiple train services replaced by buses.
Lucy Mangan's Take on the Fantasy of a Perfect Train Journey
Join columnist Lucy Mangan as she dissects the elusive fantasy of a flawless British train journey, from silent carriages to the scourge of mobile phone loudspeakers, in her weekly digested roundup.
NTSB's Urgent Warning After Near-Catastrophic Train Derailment
US safety investigators issue an urgent warning to Congress after a freight train's dangerous brake failure, highlighting critical flaws in the rail industry's safety protocols that nearly caused a major disaster.
European train travel costs 26 times more than flying
A new investigation exposes the staggering price gap between rail and air travel on key European routes, with eco-conscious passengers paying a massive premium for taking the train.
Bank Holiday Travel Chaos: Gridlock and Rail Strikes Hit UK
Britain faces a perfect storm of transport misery this August Bank Holiday weekend. Millions of travellers are hit by severe delays on major motorways like the M25 and M5, compounded by fresh rail strikes, setting the stage for one of the most disruptive
World's 7 Most Luxurious Train Journeys Revealed
Discover the seven most luxurious train rides on Earth, from Scotland's Royal Scotsman to South Africa's Blue Train. This is the ultimate guide to rail travel redefined.
New 'Ask for Angela' Safety App for UK Train Stations
Network Rail unveils a revolutionary safety app allowing women to discreetly alert staff at major stations if they feel threatened. The initiative expands the successful 'Ask for Angela' scheme.
American in Bali reveals daughter will never pay taxes
An American entrepreneur living a luxury life in Bali has sparked outrage by declaring his toddler daughter will 'never pay taxes' after he legally renounced their US citizenship, a move that severs all financial ties to America.
UK's Most Prolific Fare Dodger in Court Over Unpaid Fines
Notorious fare evader Jonathan Bishop, with a staggering 117 convictions, faces court again over unpaid rail fines, exposing flaws in the ticketing system.
Fare dodger ordered to pay £43,000 for 43,000 miles of travel
A serial fare evader who dodged train tickets for a staggering 43,000 miles across England has been hit with a massive £43,000 court bill in a landmark ruling for rail enforcement.
UK Rail Chaos: Major Network Outage Sparks Travel Meltdown
A catastrophic IT failure has crippled Britain's rail network, causing severe disruption to major operators like Thameslink and Gatwick Express. Thousands of passengers face chaos with widespread cancellations and delays expected to last for hours.
Government Scraps Great British Railways Plan
Plans for the flagship Great British Railways body have been officially abandoned by the UK government, marking a major reversal in post-Brexit rail reform and sparking fury from industry leaders.
UK Train Fares Get Biggest January Hike in a Decade
Commuters across England, Wales, and Scotland are facing the largest New Year train fare increase since 2013, with prices rising by up to 4.9%, sparking outrage from campaigners who label it a 'bitter pill' for struggling households.
English Rail Fares to Soar by 4.9% in 2025
Millions of rail passengers in England are bracing for an inflation-busting fare rise of up to 4.9% next year, adding hundreds of pounds to annual season tickets amidst a deepening cost of living crisis.
UK Rail Fares Set for 5% Increase in 2025
Millions of UK train passengers face another significant fare increase in 2025, with prices set to rise in line with July's RPI inflation rate of 5%, adding hundreds of pounds to annual travel costs amidst ongoing service disruptions.
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