""On more than half of the routes analysed, rail operators do not display all available journeys including competitors' tickets. This practice not only prevents passengers from easily comparing and booking the most suitable services on the same route, but also keeps them unaware of the very existence of these alternatives, even though they may be cheaper than those offered by incumbent operators.""
""20 percent of the international routes we studied cannot be booked in one go from major rail companies booking platforms, even though these routes are frequented by thousands of flights, emitting thousands of tons of CO2.""
A report by Transport & Environment reveals that booking train tickets for popular European flight routes is challenging due to a fragmented ticketing system. Almost half of the busiest international air routes lack accessible train ticket options. Major rail operators do not sell tickets for rival companies, limiting passengers' ability to compare and book suitable services. Popular routes like Lisbon to Madrid and Barcelona to Milan are not available on any rail operator's website. This situation discourages environmentally conscious travelers from choosing train travel over flying.
Read at The Local Germany
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