New research shows rail travel is cheaper, greener and more productive than flying

2026-07-29T14:37:00

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New independent research has found rail travel is often cheaper, greener and more productive than domestic flights across Great Britain.

The Rail Delivery Group says passengers can save money, reduce emissions and gain more usable travel time by choosing rail over domestic flights.

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