Let us know if you feel train fares are fair or not
manchestereveningnews.co.ukMayor Andy Burnham sparked a strong reaction on Twitter when he shared the extortionate cost of a return train ticket from Manchester to London, so we want to hear your thoughts on whether you think train prices are fair or not.
The cost of the anytime return came to £369.40, with Mr Burnham sharing screenshots of the price on a train ticket app to back up his claim.
The Greater Manchester Mayor also shared a price comparison with return flights from Manchester to India, Jamaica, Brazil and Ivory Coast, all of which were cheaper than the train ticket. Let us know in the comments section. Some readers have already commented on the train fares, with one person saying: "Rail fares in this country are shocking compared to the rest of Europe and the whole system of buying tickets is unnecessarily complicated." Another added: "If it was affordable (and on time) people would have the incentive to take the train.
The fact you can travel to the other side of the world for less is bonkers." Some people criticised Mr Burnham's comparison, with one person saying: "You need to compare like with like.
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