Emirates' Train Travel Partnerships Across Europe and Canada

By Ivan PetrenkoJun 4, 2024 15:30 PMNews
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Emirates, known for its extensive global airline partnerships, also collaborates with several train operators across Europe and Canada, providing seamless travel options for its passengers. These partnerships allow passengers to book train journeys alongside their flights, offering a more integrated travel experience.

 

Emirates' strategic partnerships with various train operators enable passengers to incorporate train travel into their itineraries. This service is available in multiple countries, enhancing connectivity and convenience.

 

Canada - VIA Rail

 

In Canada, Emirates offers direct flights from Dubai to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Passengers can connect to VIA Rail train services, extending their journey to cities such as Ottawa, Kingston, and Quebec City. This connection provides a streamlined travel experience for those looking to explore beyond the major airports.

 

Spain - Renfe

 

Emirates operates multiple daily flights to Madrid and Barcelona. Passengers can connect to Renfe, Spain's national train operator, from these cities. Though Renfe does not offer direct services from the airports, convenient connections are available at Madrid’s Atocha and Chamartín stations and Barcelona’s Sants station. Destinations include Seville, Valencia, and Málaga, among others.

 

Italy - Trenitalia

 

In Italy, Emirates passengers can incorporate Trenitalia train services into their travel plans when flying to or from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Trenitalia provides direct train services from the airport to major cities like Milan, Florence, and Turin, making travel across Italy efficient and accessible.

 

United Kingdom - Multiple Operators

 

Emirates' UK partnerships include the Heathrow Express, Great Western Railway, First Transpennine Express, and National Express. These services connect passengers from London Heathrow, Gatwick, and Manchester airports to various destinations across the UK. This integration simplifies travel for those arriving or departing from the UK’s busiest airports.

 

Other European Partners

 

Emirates also partners with several other rail operators across Europe:

 

Germany: Deutsche Bahn, connecting through Frankfurt Airport.

Austria: ÖBB, available through Vienna International Airport.

Sweden: SJ Swedish Rail, via Stockholm Arlanda Airport.

Belgium: SNCB Belgian Railways, through Brussels Airport and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

Switzerland: Swiss Federal Railways, via Zurich and Geneva airports.

These partnerships demonstrate Emirates' commitment to providing a comprehensive travel experience, bridging the gap between air and rail travel, and ensuring passengers can easily reach their final destinations.

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