posted by Catherine on Dec 21
Internal flights across all of Europe are a thing of the past with the fantastic train network!
Even though the UK is an island and separated from the rest of the European mainland by the English Channel - you can still get there by train.
And, no. There isn’t a great big record-breaking bridge between the 2 - there is the Channel Tunnel to Ashford Railway Station; a straight through train route taking as little as an hour to pass from France to the UK and costing as little as €89!
Train Travel:
Although you may have to fly to Europe in the first place, trains are a great way to see the countries you are visiting - and to meet the people.
Sitting on a plane would normally see you enclosed in your own little space, watching a movie no doubt. And if you did talk to anyone it would only be the person sitting right next to you or the steward.
On a train, you can see everyone, hear everything and watch the great views pass you by outside. You won’t need movies and inflight magazines to entertain you: you will have mountains, cities, great rivers and tiny villages. All a magical part of your vacation experience!
Arriving in the UK:
Just hop on any train from Paris or Brussels that’s heading to Ashford International Station - and the UK is a few short hours away!
Once your high speed train emerges from the tunnel and into the UK, you can visit anywhere else in the country if you alight in Ashford - or maybe consider staying onboard and head straight through to London.
The train carriages are sold as sitting only, so you all have your own designated seat and no standing passengers - meaning the experience is all the better! Almost luxurious!
If it’s only a fleeting visit, go straight to London - stay a few nights. Explore the many sights of London and a night at the Theatre, then hop straight back on the high speed train at St Pancras and you will be ordering croissants and coffee in Paris for lunch!
Travel Europe:
There are many travel deals for train travel throughout Europe - like buying a 2 week pass, or a multi-destination ticket - many of which include travel to the UK.
Many international train stations around Europe also include other transport links such as long distance coach and bus stations and indeed airports for your departure flights.
And if you are from the UK itself or have been living there, then why not visit Ashford International’s website for information on departing train times, prices and all other relevant details like parking and connecting trains or buses.
There is no excuse now to fly to the UK when exploring Europe - just hop on board a train!
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