Russian media reported that all passengers had been flown to Moscow on another plane, with the exception of a couple who preferred to go by train.

BBC: System failure plane makes 'miracle' landing in Russia

This suggested that if UK's new line can bring Scottish cities within three hours of London, two-thirds of those travelling between them would go by train, rather than fly, Mr Pepy added.

BBC: New rail lines 'may be cheaper'

Council tax bills will be frozen in England for a third year in a row and there is to be a cap on how much regulated train fares can go up by.

BBC: Conservative conference: Cameron in benefit cuts warning

And there is to be a cap on how much regulated train fares can go up by - so ticket prices will not rise by more than 1% above the rate of retail-price inflation (RPI).

BBC: Conservative conference: Cameron rules out 'mansion tax'

Whether you travel by plane, train or automobile, Bon Voyage by Jetsetter will make you want to get up and go somewhere, or at least dream about reaching your next destination.

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Instead of going to Fort Smith by steamboat of train, Papa decided he would go on horseback and walk the ponies back all tied together.

NPR: Excerpt: 'True Grit'

Many workers, already protected by generous pension provision, with retirement possible at 50 for train drivers, agreed to go back to work on the promise of yet another bonus and pay rise.

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