ICE V

ICE is the short form of Intercity Experimental train which is high speed train in West Germany. This project was funded by West Germany government in 1980. It was a part of program in which Germany pushed its train services to advance level.

ICE V has two powered engines on each end of the 3 passenger cars. Length of train is about 372.1 feet. Highest speed achieved by ICE V is 282.8 mph that is around 406.9 kph. It was achieved by a special version of ICE V that had 2 passenger units instead of regular 3 and an upgraded wiring that connected two engines together.

Transrapid 06

Transrapid 06 is another German train that have achieved a record speed of 256 mph i.e. 412 kph on a test in 1988. This train runs on Maglev technology which is short form of Magnetic levitation in which a series of powerful magnets are used to lift the train and propel it. This technology is faster, smoother and quieter than others.

This project started in 1980. It achieved its top speed at Transrapid test facility in Emsland, Germany. This train is yet not functional in Germany, but there are plans for it.

MLU002N

MLU002N is a train in Japan that uses maglev technology, described before in Transrapid 06. MLU002N achieved a top speed 267.8 mph i.e. 411 kph, during an unmanned test between Sakaigawa and Akiyama.

This train uses aerodynamics breaks that are similar to flaps of wings of airplane. This train has not been used as public transport.

Eurostar

Eurostar is a well know train service in Western Europe that connect two continents via Chunnel tunnel. It provides trains from London to Paris, Brussels, and many other important destinations. It runs at a top speed of around 300 Kph i.e. 186 mph.

It is most popular travel option in Western Europe. Time taken by Eurostar train is less than flights and Eurostar prices are also affordable.

Shinkansen

Shinkansen is another high speed train in Japan that is used as a regular transport option. These trains are also known as Bullet trains. Shinkansen has achieved a top speed of 443 kph i.e. 275 mph during a test trail in 1996. Today it connects many major cities in Japan.

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Europe is also known for its train services which dominate all other travel options. If you want to travel in Europe or you want to enjoy the beauty of Europe, traveling by trains is best option among all. Importance of trains in Europe is so widespread that even the cheap airlines cannot compete with them. Trains beat other travel options such as flights, bus or ferry in speed, comfort and in price also.

Trains like Eurostar, TGV, and Thalys that provides London Paris Train, London Brussels Train, trains to Disneyland, trains to  Amsterdam and many more are known throughout the world for their splendid services. Millions of people travel by trains in Europe to reach their destinations. Here is a compilation of top 10 reasons why trains have emerged as most used travel options in Europe.

1. Trains are much faster than other travel options available in Europe. While travelling by planes, you must also consider time taken to check in at airports (if you are taking flights). Normal time taken by train journey is far more less than total time taken by flights, bus or any other travel option.

2. Time needed to security checks is less on Railway stations than airports. While airports need you to reach at least 1 to 1:30 hours before departure, you only need to reach railway stations 30 minutes before the departure. Security checks are also less burdensome at railway stations than airports. Packaging restrictions are also less at railway stations than airports.

3. As mentioned in last point package restrictions on trains are less cumbersome and you are allowed to keep more luggage than allowed planes without any extra fees. So you need not to think about what to pack and what to leave. Keep your entire luggage with yourself and travel by trains.

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