Ground Transportation

Malaysia’s new electric train service offers six coaches accommodating 312 passengers, with five standard coaches and one business-class coach.

All aboard the electric train for Malaysia’s southNew southern line cuts travel time between KL and JB to 4.5 hours.

‘Park & Fly’ is open to passengers driving from Guangdong Province and Macao to Hong Kong.

Hong Kong’s new airport link lets you ‘Park & Fly’Drive from Guangdong and Macao straight to Hong Kong International Airport, sans customs clearance.

The California Zephyr, which runs between Chicago and San Francisco, is known as among one of the most scenic train trips in North America.

Railbookers expands Asia presence with new Singapore hubThe company is training its sights on offering curated rail travel experiences for Asia’s FIT and bespoke markets.

In November 2022, the line ran into multiple system failures, leading to the closure of 16 stations for five consecutive days.

Better connectivity soon coming to Kuala LumpurMalaysia capital receives RM1 billion boost for stronger public mobility and transition to green transport.

The high-speed trains will offer only non-reclining seats, in favour of more passenger leg and luggage space.

Whiz through Japan at record speedNew high-speed maglev line to cut travel time between Tokyo and Nagoya in half.

Under development, a high-speed rail project will connect Abu Dhabi and Dubai at speeds of up to 350 km/h.

Coming soon: Emirates Express from Dubai to Abu DhabiEtihad Rail launches massive rail project to link UAE cities.

The Swiss Travel Pass takes in Switzerland’s scenic landscapes.

You’re on a roll with Rail Europe’s Swiss PassExtra days for travel agents to see scenic Switzerland in first class.

Explore Hanoi by rail with a new train service blending tradition, history and food on a 40-minute ride.

Hanoi Train rolls out with song, snacks and storiesNew Hanoi Train offers daily cultural journeys with performances, cuisine and visits to Tu Son’s Do Temple.

The Britannic Explorer is Belmond’s first luxury sleeper train in England and Wales, launching July 2025 with three-night curated journeys and artisan-designed interiors.

Britain’s bold new sleeper train launches in styleBelmond launches first luxury sleeper train in England and Wales, departing July 2025 from London Victoria.

Exo Travel has seen the number of nights in Laos increase by 45%.

Laos-China railway not yet tickety-boo for travellersTedious ticketing arrangements make life hard for agents.