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What is the difference between intercity and express?

Intercity trains run between two cities with travel time of close to 7 hours. All intercity trains complete the round trip within the same day. Express trains on other hand return on the next day. And operate on long distance.



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An express train is a type of passenger train that makes few or no stops between its origin and destination stations, usually major destinations, providing faster service than local trains that stop at many or all of the stations along their route.

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There are 259 train sets in use, which can reach a maximum speed of 320 km/h (200 mph). While traveling between European cities, passengers are welcome to enjoy beautiful views through a window and comfort onboard because ICE trains are tailored for long-distance business and leisure travel.

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The Intercity Express will have a load composition of 24 coaches, including 21 general and one AC chair car and two brake vans.

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The ultra-modern InterCity Express provides two travel classes: ICE First Class and ICE Standard Class.

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There are currently 182 intercity trains in service, running the length and breadth of the UK, from Penzance to the Highlands, delivering more seats, modern interiors and faster journey times for millions of passengers.

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