These European Destinations Are Getting New High-Speed Double-Decker Trains

New High-Speed Double-Decker Trains for European Destinations

The new 'Celestia' trains are scheduled to begin operations in May 2031.

Whether you prefer luxury sleeper cars or futuristic high-speed rail, it's a great time to travel by train. Rail operator Eurostar has purchased a fleet of double-decker trains to increase daily trip frequencies and expand to new European destinations.

Eurostar has ordered 30 trains from Alstom Group with the option to purchase 20 more as part of a $2.3 billion deal.

The first of the new trains, called the Celestia, are scheduled to begin operations in May 2031.

Author's summary: New double-decker trains to launch in Europe.

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