Travel News London tube strikes: How to reach main airports and train stations Transport for London’s website and app have crashed as travellers and commuters look for alternative routes. 9 September 2025
EuroVerify Fact check: Which EU country has the most punctual trains? Switzerland is often ranked the best when it comes to Europe as a whole, but what about the EU separately? 8 September 2025
Destinations Switzerland’s autumn map shows where and when leaves are at their best For a different view, the European Space Agency has images of autumn’s mosaic from space. 5 September 2025
Travel News 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. 1 September 2025
Travel News This new ‘beer train’ goes from Rome to Munich for Oktoberfest Travellers can get into the Oktoberfest mood right from the start of the journey with Bavarian-themed entertainment on Italy’s new night train. 27 August 2025
Travel News Uber plans new trains to rival Eurostar from Stratford Uber Trains is likely to offer more convenient and affordable rail connections to Europe than the Eurostar. 27 August 2025
Moments Discover Switzerland through these one-of-a-kind journeys Explore Switzerland off the beaten path with some of these immersive journeys taking you from dramatic Alps to peaceful valleys and lush meadows. 26 August 2025
Moments 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. 15 August 2025
Moments Hop on the train to visit Japan’s world-famous fireworks festivals One festival features the largest firework in the world, known as the ‘Yonshakudama’ 8 August 2025
Moments 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. 2 August 2025
No Comment Germany: 3 dead, several injured in regional train accident A regional passenger train derailed in southern Germany on Sunday, killing three people and leaving several others with serious injuries, according to federal police quoted by German news agency dpa. 28 July 2025
Moments 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. 27 July 2025
Travel News 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. 18 July 2025
Travel News 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. 10 July 2025
Moments Gion Matsuri: Inside one of Japan’s most storied festivals Gion Matsuri is a bucket list experience for many visitors to the Japanese city. 2 July 2025
Travel News Eurostar faces severe delays and cancellations after cable theft Major disruption to Eurostar services between London and Paris continues for a second day after track deaths and cable theft in France. 25 June 2025
Moments 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. 8 June 2025
Moments 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. 7 June 2025
Travel News 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. 30 May 2025
Travel News 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. 28 May 2025