New Electric Trains Double Seats on London Euston Routes

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Why are these trains special? Each new Class 730/2 can seat 406 passengers—nearly DOUBLE the capacity of older trains they replace!

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Tired of fighting for a seat on your commute? When paired together, these new trains offer 812 seats across 10 carriages.

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Built in Britain: All 180 new carriages were manufactured at Alstom's Derby factory, supporting UK jobs and expertise.

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What's inside? Expect charging points at EVERY seat, free WiFi, intelligent air conditioning, and more space for bicycles.

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The environmental impact is huge—electric trains produce 19% less carbon emissions than diesel ones and run much quieter.

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Where will they run? Currently between London and Northampton, soon expanding to Crewe via the Trent Valley line.

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The price tag? This fleet is part of a massive £1 billion investment to transform rail travel for millions.

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Wondering about ticket costs? Good news—fares remain the same despite all these improvements!

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