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Inspiration to take the train 🚆

Crossing Germany in 8 hours with the ICE. Lucky me 🍀 the WIFI works and we are on time!

Why I like taking the train?
Less emissions = Better for climate
#climateaction #travelbytrain
September 28, 2026 at 4:09 PM
enterich.bsky.social
Footpath across the Salzach river to the station Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt 🇦🇹:
It must have been designed with railway enthusiasts in mind.
#bahnzeit #travelbytrain
The image depicts a train station platform at dusk. The sky is a deep indigo, transitioning to shades of purple and pink near the horizon, with dramatic clouds. The platform itself is modern and minimalist, featuring a curved, cantilevered roof structure in the foreground. This roof is made of dark gray material and has a circular blue emblem with a white "S" in the center, possibly a logo. Beneath the roof, the platform is well-lit by artificial lights. To the left, a section of the platform has a concrete surface with a few visible white lines and a circular drain cover. There are metal railings with a polished, reflective surface running along the edge of the platform, directing the viewer's eye. Behind the railings, there's a long, grey wall covered in colorful graffiti. In the center of the image, a glass-enclosed elevator or staircase entrance is visible, with a sign above it indicating "Franz Josef Kai" and arrows, suggesting it leads to this destination. The glass reflects the surrounding lights and the dark sky. To the right of the platform, a modern train is stopped at the station. The train is primarily red and white, with its headlights illuminated. The "ÖBB" logo is prominently displayed on the front of the train, indicating it's an Austrian Federal Railways train. The train is positioned on railway tracks that are filled with dark gravel. The composition utilizes the lines of the platform, the tracks, and the train to create a sense of depth and perspective. The overall atmosphere is moody and serene, capturing the transition from day to night at a functional yet aesthetically pleasing transportation hub. The image depicts an outdoor staircase leading upwards, likely part of a public transportation hub. The staircase is constructed with concrete steps and flanked by polished metal railings and side panels. The metal surfaces reflect the ambient light, creating a sense of depth and shine. The base of the stairs rests on a cobblestone pavement, which is arranged in a circular pattern. The scene is set at dusk or night, with artificial lighting illuminating the staircase and casting long, dramatic shadows. The surrounding architecture is robust and industrial, with large, rough concrete structures forming the backdrop. These concrete walls show signs of wear and have graffiti scrawled on them, adding a gritty, urban element. Above the staircase, a dark blue directional sign hangs, indicating "Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt" with an orange arrow pointing upwards, signifying the direction. The sky visible at the top of the staircase is a deep purple, hinting at twilight with clouds adding texture. The composition is symmetrical, with the staircase as the central focus. The converging lines of the architecture draw the viewer's eye upwards towards the sign and the sky. The contrast between the smooth, reflective metal of the staircase and the rough texture of the concrete and cobblestones is a notable feature. The colors are muted, dominated by grays, blacks, and blues, with the warm glow of distant lights and the sunset colors in the sky providing subtle accents. The overall impression is one of a functional, somewhat austere urban space that has a striking visual character due to the play of light and shadow. The image captures a train passing by on an elevated track during twilight. The scene is dominated by a deep purple and dark blue sky, indicative of the evening hours, with some streaks of lighter purple and pink suggesting clouds. In the foreground, a modern pedestrian walkway is visible, made of concrete with sleek metal railings on both sides. The walkway is illuminated by horizontal light fixtures embedded in the side walls, casting long, dramatic shadows onto the path. These shadows create a strong geometric pattern, extending towards the vanishing point at the end of the walkway. To the left, a red and white train is captured in motion, appearing as a blur due to a long exposure or fast movement. It has illuminated windows, showing streaks of yellow and orange light. It is passing on an elevated track above the walkway. Above and behind the tram, a tall, slender tower rises against the twilight sky. Traffic lights are mounted on poles between the tram tracks and the walkway, with some showing green, yellow, and red signals, indicating active traffic control. In the background, buildings with illuminated windows are visible along a street receding into the distance. The architecture appears to be of European style, with pitched roofs and multiple floors. A dark, tree-covered hill or mountain range forms the backdrop on the right side of the image, silhouetted against the fading light. The composition is characterized by a strong sense of perspective, with the walkway leading the viewer's eye into the scene. The contrasting elements of the moving tram, the static architecture, and the dramatic sky create a dynamic and atmospheric portrayal of urban transit at dusk. The color palette is rich with deep blues and purples, punctuated by the artificial lights of the tram, walkway, buildings, and traffic signals, and the warm glow from the windows. The overall impression is one of transition, a moment captured as day turns into night. The image captures a dramatic twilight scene at a train station. The sky is filled with a vibrant display of colors, transitioning from a deep purple and blue at the top to a soft orange and pink near the horizon. The clouds are textured and wispy, creating a sense of movement and depth across the sky. In the foreground, a walkway leads into the distance, bordered by modern metal railings and illuminated by long, rectangular lights embedded in the walls. The walkway itself is made of concrete slabs and is sparsely lit, with distinct shadows cast by the railings. The perspective draws the viewer's eye down the walkway towards a distant station platform. On the right side of the frame, a modern train is approaching. Its headlights are brightly illuminated, cutting through the dusky light. The train's design is sleek and contemporary, with a white and red color scheme. On the left side of the frame, silhouetted buildings and trees are visible against the colorful sky, indicating the presence of a town or city beyond the station. Overhead, numerous electrical wires stretch across the sky, supported by poles, adding to the urban infrastructure elements of the scene. The overall composition is one of symmetry and leading lines, with the walkway and the train tracks converging towards a vanishing point. The strong contrast between the illuminated foreground and the silhouetted background, combined with the striking colors of the sky, creates a powerful and atmospheric image. The photograph appears to have been taken from a slightly elevated position, looking down the walkway.
September 25, 2026 at 8:31 PM
networkrail.bsky.social
🥳 This year we celebrate 150 years of the Settle-Carlisle Railway! 🚂

Look out for beautiful landscapes, tunnels and bridges, including the iconic Ribblehead Viaduct, which we restored in 2021: https://bit.ly/4qaRzml

📷: James Howell

#Viaduct #TravelByTrain
A scenic view of the Ribblehead Viaduct at sunset. The viaduct's arches are illuminated by the setting sun, creating a warm glow. The surrounding landscape features open fields and distant hills under a colorful sky. A winding path leads toward the structure.
September 11, 2026 at 11:26 AM
geekygirlengineer.bsky.social
Connecticut River and canal #travelbytrain
A small canal flowing to a former mill A small canal with a River in the background River with trees in fall colors on banks
October 24, 2024 at 6:28 PM
warreninphilly.bsky.social
There's something special about the Amtrak Silver Star. It's not just a train, it's a bridge between the bustle of the Northeast and the warmth of Florida. A true long-distance classic for those who love the journey as much as the destination. 🛤️ #SilverStar #Amtrak #LongDistanceTrain #TravelByTrain
July 24, 2025 at 7:29 PM
warreninphilly.bsky.social
Trains let you enjoy the view, relax, and take in the journey. Planes just zoom by! 🌳🚉 #TravelByTrain #ScenicViews
February 6, 2025 at 2:36 PM
simonzev.bsky.social
After many many years I’ve finally got another ride on a TMST original #Eurostar Class 373 set from Paris to London. It’s my 1st time on a refurbished set & I think my first time on a 373 to/from Paris (all previous journeys to/from Brussels) 🙌 🇪🇺 ⭐️ 🚅 ⚡️ 🛤️ #TravelByTrain
April 13, 2025 at 6:12 PM
simonzev.bsky.social
Also seen a new TGV Duplex & the Italian #Iryo red set awaiting their next mile-consuming duties

#TrainTravel #TravelByTrain #HighSpeedRail 🇫🇷 🚄
January 25, 2025 at 3:06 PM
simonzev.bsky.social
Another journey across the border. Decided to go East vice West Coast Main Line today with lovely @lner.co.uk

#TrainLife #HolidayTravels #TravelByTrain
December 31, 2024 at 12:05 PM
simonzev.bsky.social
Next leg of the #Christmas  family holiday is from Glasgow to Durham via #Scotrail and #LNER from Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley to Durham. Multiple generations of intercity train & Scotland’s finest, albeit dirty, EMUs

#TrainTravel #TrainLife #TravelByTrain
December 24, 2024 at 3:03 PM
simonzev.bsky.social
What a feeling to step off the #Eurostar at #StPancras. That’s 9 hours and by the skin of my teeth!

#TrainTravel #TravelByTrain #TrainsNotPlanes #Eurostar 🇩🇪➡️🇬🇧
November 26, 2024 at 10:01 PM
simonzev.bsky.social
My RE1 has deposited me, only 16 minutes late, at Aachen Hbf. I now have to connect onto RE29, the hourly train to Liège. Hope they do quick turnarounds as the train isn’t here yet and is due to leave in 3 mins… #TrainTravel #TravelByTrain #Germany #TrainsNotPlanes
November 26, 2024 at 3:34 PM
surlequai.bsky.social
Je ne suis plus joignable 😉
Je viens d'embarquer dans mon #traindenuit 🚊🌟
Départ imminent 👇
🇸🇪 Stockholm 🔜 Narvik 🇧🇻
J'embarque avec le son de @royksopp 🎶🥰
#travelbytrain avec le fabuleux 🤩 livre de @Simply_Railway publié chez @Gallimard 📚
January 25, 2025 at 8:36 AM
surlequai.bsky.social
Le train de nuit ? 🚊🌟
Une invitation au voyage ... dans le voyage 🙂
Je vais me laisser emporter par la magie 🪄 du #traindenuit avec ce superbe #livre 🤩 publié chez @Gallimard 📚
#traindenuit #traintwitter #travelbytrain 🚊
January 25, 2025 at 8:33 AM
hib-bird.bsky.social
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Jonny H on Instagram: "The train that goes from Germany to Germany via Poland via Germany via Poland! #trainsofinstagram #trains #travelbytrain #zug #trainspotting #traingeek #traintravel #railjourn...
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December 1, 2025 at 12:57 AM
b0rn-dead.metalhead.club.ap.brid.gy
We traveled to Vienna by night train from Hamburg with 2 small kids. We had a great tip and I felt like sharing some observations, which I will post on the thread:

#vienna #hamburg #nighttrain #nightjet #travelineurope #travelbytrain
March 6, 2026 at 10:01 PM
hovmann.com
Som storforbruger af jernbanehoteller i Europa kan vi rapportere, at der er stor forskel på udsigten fra værelset. Her er det min mands udsigt i Paris hhv. min udsigt i Barcelona her til morgen.
#transport #travelbytrain #aplanetnotruinedbypeople
View from a hotel window in Paris showing the next wall very close by View from a hotel window in Barcelona with a spectacular view over the city in morning sun
December 29, 2024 at 12:14 PM
jmarktebben.bsky.social
A few film snaps along @amtrak.com Coast Starlight from Oakland to San Francisco. I made these with the Kodak Ektar H35 half-frame point-and-shoot on Kodak Gold 200, and I’m learning a lot from the little camera. 1/
#35mm #travelphotography #travelbytrain #photography #filmphotography #ishootfilm
August 4, 2026 at 12:35 AM
abgraphy44.bsky.social
Every photograph like this reminds me that sometimes the beauty isn’t in the destination, but in the curve that takes you there.
#RailwayPhotography#LandscapeLovers #PhotographyIsArt #TravelByTrain#LeadingLine#WanderlustVibes #UrbanExploration#NatureAndCity #CloudyDays#PhotographersLife #Abgraphy44
November 3, 2025 at 11:48 AM
switzering.bsky.social
The modern SOB trains (Südostbahn) at the Olten Bahnhof 🇨🇭
They connect major cities like Zurich, Lucerne, Basel and St.Gallen, passing through some key scenic routes #switzerland #train #traintravel #travelbytrain
January 21, 2026 at 10:26 AM
danielonrails.bsky.social
#TravelbyTrain Gulf Mexico in the morning sunshine edition.
September 15, 2025 at 1:31 PM
danielonrails.bsky.social
#TravelbyTrain Mississippi in the morning edition.
September 13, 2025 at 1:40 PM
danielonrails.bsky.social
#TravelbyTrain Pacific Ocean from Pacific Surfliner edition:
August 27, 2025 at 7:53 PM
danielonrails.bsky.social
#TravelbyTrain Kaiser-Wilhelm Monument, Rhine, cable car and barge in glorious sunshine edition:
May 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM