Boat train
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A boat train is a passenger train operating to a port in order for the specific purpose of making connection with a passenger ship, such as a ferry or ocean liner. Through ticketing is normally available.
[edit] Notable named boat trains
- The Flèche d'Or, Paris Gare du Nord – Calais-Maritime (1929–1972)[1]
- The Golden Arrow, London Victoria – Dover Marine (1929–1972)[1]
- The Cunarder[2]
- The Statesman, London Waterloo – Southampton Docks (Ocean Terminal)[3]
- The Steam Boat, Toronto – Port McNicoll
[edit] References
- ^ a b Martin, Andrew (15 September 2008). "The return of the boat train to Paris". The Guardian (London). http://www.guardian.co.uk/travel/2008/sep/15/rail.france?gusrc=rss&feed=networkfront. Retrieved 27 December 2008.
- ^ "The Cunarder boat trains". thecunarders.co.uk. http://www.thecunarders.co.uk/The%20Cunarder%20Boat%20Train.html. Retrieved 27 December 2008.
- ^ "The Statesman Boat Train". oceanlinermuseum.co.uk. http://www.oceanlinermuseum.co.uk/The%20Statesman%20Boat%20Train.htm. Retrieved 27 December 2008.
[edit] See also
- Dutchflyer, London to Amsterdam
- Venice-Simplon Orient Express, London to Paris and beyond
- Lyttelton Line Boat trains, New Zealand
- train ferry. where coaches are carried on a ferry
