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That is because of the cost structure of trains vs planes. Trains require a huge amount of infrastructure, and have higher labour costs because they are slower
by graemep 7mo ago
That is because of the cost structure of trains vs planes. Trains require a huge amount of infrastructure, and have higher labour costs because they are slower (so the same journey means people work for longer).
- eterm 7mo agoTrains are barely staffed, I can't believe it's a significant cost. Staff per passenger hour has got to be far higher in the airline industry.