Train fares are about to become a lot cheaper.From May 2018, train fares will become the cheapest in the world, with prices averaging about $35 per person.On top of that, the fares are set to increase by 20 per cent, from $15.80 to $17.50 per person, which means a return trip on the Sydney to…
This article originally appeared on The Daily Caller.The following article originally aired on February 6, 2018.The video below was originally published on February 7, 2018 at 3:11 p.m. EST.
The federal government will reopen on Monday and could face a prolonged shutdown during the next three weeks.The latest federal budget, released Wednesday, includes a $4.7 billion boost for rail transportation.Federal officials estimate that the government could take up to nine months to reopen, and some say they may be too optimistic.Federal Transportation Secretary Anthony…
Railways transport system is divided into five levels of administration.The Railway Transport Act of 1897 defines the levels of the railway transport system.The Act defines the number of trains per mile of track and the number and weight of locomotives, cars and trucks per mile.The Acts also specifies the speed of the trains, and the…
Darwin is the first state in Australia to introduce a rail service that will allow commuters to use public transport, a key demand for the region’s ageing infrastructure.Key points:A railway will run to the city from its base in Sydney’s CBD and will be accessible by public transport in most places in the stateThe rail…
DFW, TX, USA: The DFW Railway Transportation (DFT) has announced that it will be purchasing a 30% stake in the railroad from American Express to become a part of the railroad network.The purchase price of DFW’s 30% share in DFT will be US$100 million.This is a very good news for DFW and other railroads, as…
AUSTRALIA’S railway luggage and travel industry is “not quite complete”, according to a new report.Key points:The report shows that the number of rail cargo shipments has grown by 2.5% over the past yearThe report says the number is down on 2013, which saw an increase in freight shipmentsThe Australian Institute of Transport and Construction Engineering…
When it comes to train rides, the most important factor is the passenger compartment.If you are not comfortable with the idea of sitting down on the seat you bought, you will be more than happy to buy another.But when it comes time to transfer your seat, you need to know what to expect.Here are 10…