I am considering a holiday in Spain (travelling from UK). These days, flying is a lot of hassle, what with the increase in security, and baggage restrictions. Would anyone recommend rail travel over air travel? Is travelling 1st class worth the extra money?
2006-11-15 07:04:05 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Travel ➔ Europe (Continental) ➔ Other - Europe
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2006-11-15 11:29:13 · answer #1 · answered by fidget 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Rail travel is always pleasanter than flying - but clearly it will take longer and unfortunately cost more (unless you are in the habit of flying business class!). With Eurostar and French 'TGVs' from Paris you can travel remarkably quickly. You could get to Spain in a day, assuming an early start from London. These trains travel at over 180 MPH. 1st class will cost about half as much again - worth it if you are not counting the pennies.
2006-11-15 07:16:27 · answer #2 · answered by david f 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Rail travel is preferable to air travel in Europe, in my opinion. It's easier, and you actually get to see the country you're traveling through, as opposed to just flying over it. It takes longer than a flight, but if you factor in all the waiting time at the airport, you pretty much break even. Europe's rail system is fantastic. 1st class not really necessary...spend the extra money at a fabulous restaurant or an extra day of touring or something worthwhile.
2006-11-15 07:12:32 · answer #3 · answered by Melissa M 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Rail is only viable for medium and short distances. UK to Spain by rail will take you approx. 24 hours and cost more than flying. On the other hand, if you stop to look at the cities on the way there, it's the ideal way of travelling.
2nd class on the french TGVs is comfortable enough.
2006-11-15 08:02:03 · answer #4 · answered by bergab_hase 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you have time then rail travel is much more comfortable and hassle free.It may take a bit longer but you can enjoy the scenery on route.Whislt in Spain you will notice how cheap it is,an upgrade to 1st class is not much more and why not treat yourself.
2006-11-15 07:47:57 · answer #5 · answered by lance d 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We always travel by rail within Europe - and we love it! First class is nice but if you're budget-conscious there's no need to spend the extra money. Second class is just fine - really!
Have a wonderful trip!
2006-11-15 07:09:19 · answer #6 · answered by love2travel 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i have used the rail device in Europe (yet not those international places). typically, although, eu railway organizations have a tendency to be rather solid. They run on a daily foundation besides the undeniable fact that the prices decision from us of a to us of a. besides the undeniable fact that, i won't be able to make sure there being any issue getting a prepare from London-Paris-Madrid-Portugal (Lisbon i assume?). purely kind in British Rail into your seek for engine. i imagine that is necessary to flow by some web content to get all the information as they don't link up. solid success and luxuriate on your vacation :)
2016-11-29 04:15:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend rail for shorter distances .. but from UK to Spain? .. in that case I would go for a budget airline, save much time
2006-11-15 07:08:14 · answer #8 · answered by seetheglobey 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes i go 1st class only better seats
2006-11-15 08:54:59 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, a train to barcelona causes 95% less polution than a plane going there. rather shocking,isn't it?.... gets me thinking...
2006-11-15 07:43:44 · answer #10 · answered by Greenfields 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋