Trains far greener but much more costly than planes, analysis finds
by Damian Carrington Environment editor from Environment | The Guardian on (#5M5S5)
Passengers face near impossible' choice between low prices and climate-friendly travel, says Which?
Train fares on popular UK routes are 50% more expensive than plane fares despite rail journeys causing 80% lower carbon dioxide emissions, according to analysis by the consumer group Which?.
It said passengers face a near impossible" choice between low ticket prices and climate-friendly travel. More people are taking holidays in the UK due to coronavirus and airlines have launched dozens of new domestic routes.
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