Train vs. Plane RACE Between DC and NYC
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Date: 2023-08-28
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katie
I will always forever pick trains over airplanes when possible. Yes, trains are slower but there's less stress, and you have more room and no limitations on liquids. I am also on the side that trains often have better views. When you ride a train you nice comfy big seat and you can watch the scenery go by and even see places you would never often see. Planes often lose the novelty after the first couple of times flying. Flying for me at least always ends up being an all-day effort, showing up typically 2 hours before, buying heavily priced mediocre food if i got hungry (i always did) dealing with popping ears, and fellow passengers being shoulder to shoulder. Arriving at the destination often crankier and unrested due to the stress of flying. on the other hand riding the train always left me happier and more excited to arrive while also feeling well rested.
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I will always forever pick trains over airplanes when possible. Yes, trains are slower but there's less stress, and you have more room and no limitations on liquids. I am also on the side that trains often have better views. When you ride a train you nice comfy big seat and you can watch the scenery go by and even see places you would never often see. Planes often lose the novelty after the first couple of times flying. Flying for me at least always ends up being an all-day effort, showing up typically 2 hours before, buying heavily priced mediocre food if i got hungry (i always did) dealing with popping ears, and fellow passengers being shoulder to shoulder. Arriving at the destination often crankier and unrested due to the stress of flying. on the other hand riding the train always left me happier and more excited to arrive while also feeling well rested.
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Tubes12AX7k
If you want to make is a really interesting race, make it start from a suburban home or location, commuting to the airport or train station, same cities. The commute into NYC can take forever in a car, crawling through traffic, construction, accidents, bridges or tunnels, and then trying to find parking. Major highways can be at a complete stop. Bridge tolls can be expensive and just getting TO the bridge can take a while. Trains are the only logical way to commute in. Or you might want to start your race from somewhere on Long Island and attempt the same trip. If you don't take the LIRR or one of the subway lines into NYC, you might be in for a long trip.
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If you want to make is a really interesting race, make it start from a suburban home or location, commuting to the airport or train station, same cities. The commute into NYC can take forever in a car, crawling through traffic, construction, accidents, bridges or tunnels, and then trying to find parking. Major highways can be at a complete stop. Bridge tolls can be expensive and just getting TO the bridge can take a while. Trains are the only logical way to commute in. Or you might want to start your race from somewhere on Long Island and attempt the same trip. If you don't take the LIRR or one of the subway lines into NYC, you might be in for a long trip.
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Chris
Hey Jeb! Im watching this 3 weeks before my trip from NYC to DC with Delta from JFK to DCA and having taken both routes between the two cities four times this year, flying will always be quicker for me for multiple reasons: easy access to JFK(45 minutes on LIRR + Airtrain, TSA Pre/Clear, and more. Im one of those people that show up an hour before boarding because Im TSA Clear. But if you can, always fly out of JFK.
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To my surprise, its actually CHEAPER for me to fly between the two cities than it is to take Amtrak which is great because I love collecting those Delta Skymiles
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Hey Jeb! Im watching this 3 weeks before my trip from NYC to DC with Delta from JFK to DCA and having taken both routes between the two cities four times this year, flying will always be quicker for me for multiple reasons: easy access to JFK(45 minutes on LIRR + Airtrain, TSA Pre/Clear, and more. Im one of those people that show up an hour before boarding because Im TSA Clear. But if you can, always fly out of JFK.
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To my surprise, its actually CHEAPER for me to fly between the two cities than it is to take Amtrak which is great because I love collecting those Delta Skymiles
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Helena
Im a student in Baltimore but I travel to New York sometimes to see friends. Taking the train is way cheaper and its easier to get to train stations by public transport(I dont have a car. It takes a bit more time, about 4 hours, but Ive found that taking the northeast corridor to Trenton and changing to a NJTransit train from there to Penn is the cheapest and most convenient way to get there. It only ends up costing me about $40 each way if I book in advance, and $80 each way if I book last minute. Lots of flexibility and comfort definitely, and better for the wallet
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Im a student in Baltimore but I travel to New York sometimes to see friends. Taking the train is way cheaper and its easier to get to train stations by public transport(I dont have a car. It takes a bit more time, about 4 hours, but Ive found that taking the northeast corridor to Trenton and changing to a NJTransit train from there to Penn is the cheapest and most convenient way to get there. It only ends up costing me about $40 each way if I book in advance, and $80 each way if I book last minute. Lots of flexibility and comfort definitely, and better for the wallet
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Brimbles
pretty surprised with the result, saw a comparison of london to edinborough, which takes about 4: 30 hours by train and an hour by plane but the final result came to about a 15 minute difference, with the plane winning but showing overall the train was far more worth it, should be noted the the guy also only used public transport for all other required travel as well, no taxis or uber
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pretty surprised with the result, saw a comparison of london to edinborough, which takes about 4: 30 hours by train and an hour by plane but the final result came to about a 15 minute difference, with the plane winning but showing overall the train was far more worth it, should be noted the the guy also only used public transport for all other required travel as well, no taxis or uber
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John
When I lived in Alexandria VA and would travel to Long Island all the time. I would drive 80% of the time or take the train 19% and fly only once in all my trips. Drive so you can stop along the way and when you get to LI you have a car but if its DC city to NYC and you dont need a car take the train every time. The plane to me is too short a flight to waste in an airport.
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When I lived in Alexandria VA and would travel to Long Island all the time. I would drive 80% of the time or take the train 19% and fly only once in all my trips. Drive so you can stop along the way and when you get to LI you have a car but if its DC city to NYC and you dont need a car take the train every time. The plane to me is too short a flight to waste in an airport.
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Julian
As someone with fear of flying, Train all day. And being in the Northeast, the time difference is negligible when you consider I can hop on the train with as many bottles of whatever I want, full cell phone service, and the ability to get up and walk around if my legs start feeling cramped, which they rarely do because you get plenty of legroom on the train.
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As someone with fear of flying, Train all day. And being in the Northeast, the time difference is negligible when you consider I can hop on the train with as many bottles of whatever I want, full cell phone service, and the ability to get up and walk around if my legs start feeling cramped, which they rarely do because you get plenty of legroom on the train.
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Kshitij
Having lived in the New York for a long time. I would anytime prefer taking the Acela from NY to DC or NY to Boston as compared to taking the flight. The flight is more stressful, expensive and I am unable to get any work done as compared to travelling on the train that allows me to attend meetings and get a lot of work done while I enjoy the ride.
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Having lived in the New York for a long time. I would anytime prefer taking the Acela from NY to DC or NY to Boston as compared to taking the flight. The flight is more stressful, expensive and I am unable to get any work done as compared to travelling on the train that allows me to attend meetings and get a lot of work done while I enjoy the ride.
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Wheelman
See the real move is to take one of the $30-$50 round trip coach bus services up and back. 4 hours on the road, and believe me that extra half hour over flying is well worth not having to deal with the waking horrors that are DCA, LGA, or Amtrak. Plus, at least one of them drops you off right at Rockefeller Center in the middle of Manhattan.
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See the real move is to take one of the $30-$50 round trip coach bus services up and back. 4 hours on the road, and believe me that extra half hour over flying is well worth not having to deal with the waking horrors that are DCA, LGA, or Amtrak. Plus, at least one of them drops you off right at Rockefeller Center in the middle of Manhattan.
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Caleb
In Asia, I have taken high speed rail in China, Taiwan, and Japan. People seldom purchase their tickets before-hand. We just walk up to the station and buy the next available ticket from the next train, which come in pretty high frequency. I live in San Francisco and really hope I can ride the California high speed rail in my life time.
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In Asia, I have taken high speed rail in China, Taiwan, and Japan. People seldom purchase their tickets before-hand. We just walk up to the station and buy the next available ticket from the next train, which come in pretty high frequency. I live in San Francisco and really hope I can ride the California high speed rail in my life time.
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john
It's obvious that the train is the way to go. The world's first mode of powered transport is now the wave of the future. On environmental sustainability, the train wins hands down which means that if we are serious about combating climate change, most trips on medium distances will be by train.
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It's obvious that the train is the way to go. The world's first mode of powered transport is now the wave of the future. On environmental sustainability, the train wins hands down which means that if we are serious about combating climate change, most trips on medium distances will be by train.
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Ben
I was in my first year of grad school when Acela came out in January 2000. After having to take Metro North, Acela shaved 30 minutes off in between New Haven & Penn Station. I've not ridden the new Avelia trainsets, just the older Bombardier ones. The new ones look AH-MAHZING!
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I was in my first year of grad school when Acela came out in January 2000. After having to take Metro North, Acela shaved 30 minutes off in between New Haven & Penn Station. I've not ridden the new Avelia trainsets, just the older Bombardier ones. The new ones look AH-MAHZING!
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yaowsers77
i think you have to factor in the time you spent at the airport waiting for the plane. it think everything counts from the time you leave your starting point to the time you get to your destination all counts. how about one from nyc to boston?
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i think you have to factor in the time you spent at the airport waiting for the plane. it think everything counts from the time you leave your starting point to the time you get to your destination all counts. how about one from nyc to boston?
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chris
Ok you need to redo this challenge, with two people, you both need to leave from the same point and meet up in the same point. By taking the train at one time, and a plane at another, one could end up being a busier time.
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Ok you need to redo this challenge, with two people, you both need to leave from the same point and meet up in the same point. By taking the train at one time, and a plane at another, one could end up being a busier time.
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Bob
You dont need to arrive that early for the train. Shave 30 mins off this and add 15 for usual plane delays and its even time wise. No way will plane travel ever compare to taking the train. Trains are far superior
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You dont need to arrive that early for the train. Shave 30 mins off this and add 15 for usual plane delays and its even time wise. No way will plane travel ever compare to taking the train. Trains are far superior
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enny
You could trim the flying leg by going Newark to National, and wouldn't need to Uber out to queens because there are multiple NJ Transit options from NY Penn to Newark Airport. Airfare would probably be lower too
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You could trim the flying leg by going Newark to National, and wouldn't need to Uber out to queens because there are multiple NJ Transit options from NY Penn to Newark Airport. Airfare would probably be lower too
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Mr.
Suzanne and Jeb should take two different flights Jeb takes a flight on delta from Dulles International Airport to Atlanta and Suzanne takes what ever airline she wants and flight from BWI (long name) to Atlanta.
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Suzanne and Jeb should take two different flights Jeb takes a flight on delta from Dulles International Airport to Atlanta and Suzanne takes what ever airline she wants and flight from BWI (long name) to Atlanta.
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Jeb
In a subconscious effort to put 2020 behind us, at the 8: 03 mark, I accidentally said LaGuardias Terminal B opened in June 2021. That should have read 2020. Sorry for my mistake and thanks for watching!
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In a subconscious effort to put 2020 behind us, at the 8: 03 mark, I accidentally said LaGuardias Terminal B opened in June 2021. That should have read 2020. Sorry for my mistake and thanks for watching!
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Golden
In the UK, if you have your ticket on your phone or printed at home, I recommend arriving at your departure station between 15 and 25 mins before departure depending on the size of the station
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In the UK, if you have your ticket on your phone or printed at home, I recommend arriving at your departure station between 15 and 25 mins before departure depending on the size of the station
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daniel
Ill give up a hour of time for a WAY MORE COMFORTABLE train ride & scenic route. I hate those planes and those god awful bricks they call seats. My back cant take it, nor the lay overs
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Ill give up a hour of time for a WAY MORE COMFORTABLE train ride & scenic route. I hate those planes and those god awful bricks they call seats. My back cant take it, nor the lay overs
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Martin
Planes and trains have their pros and cons but planes are bifar way faster then trains depending on any circumstances but trains will always be veterans in any kind of weather
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Planes and trains have their pros and cons but planes are bifar way faster then trains depending on any circumstances but trains will always be veterans in any kind of weather
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Vishnu
US has tremendous potential for high speed rail between its cities. Its just about changing the mentality of the politicians and people. it would create millions of jobs: (
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US has tremendous potential for high speed rail between its cities. Its just about changing the mentality of the politicians and people. it would create millions of jobs: (
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Vicky
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Over the European trains and I wish they had such comfort in the US. With all the space we have, I dont understand why the US does not have more passenger trains.
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I
Over the European trains and I wish they had such comfort in the US. With all the space we have, I dont understand why the US does not have more passenger trains.
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HAL
If I ever take this journey, there is no question I am going to choose.
The BUS. Because it's WAYYY cheaper. I'll just stop over in Philadelphia to stretch my legs.
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If I ever take this journey, there is no question I am going to choose.
The BUS. Because it's WAYYY cheaper. I'll just stop over in Philadelphia to stretch my legs.
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ChimkinGames
I've always preferred trains to NY because the train spits you out at Penn Station as opposed to landing in LaGuardia then navigating buses and subways.
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I've always preferred trains to NY because the train spits you out at Penn Station as opposed to landing in LaGuardia then navigating buses and subways.
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mezzogal
Before I watched the video, I was hoping he would actually race someone and see who got to NYC first. XD This comparison is also interesting though.
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Before I watched the video, I was hoping he would actually race someone and see who got to NYC first. XD This comparison is also interesting though.
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Ethan
Before the race, Im rooting for the train!
After the race, such a pity that the train lost the race but I prefer the train anytime anywhere!
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Before the race, Im rooting for the train!
After the race, such a pity that the train lost the race but I prefer the train anytime anywhere!
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travel
Stopped watching after you were scarfing down dead animal bodies and talking about how much you love decaying flesh in your system. no thanks.
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Stopped watching after you were scarfing down dead animal bodies and talking about how much you love decaying flesh in your system. no thanks.
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gnhansen29
Also I often feel that when I go to the USA what I'd most like to do is visit a country town to get a feeling of rural America.
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Also I often feel that when I go to the USA what I'd most like to do is visit a country town to get a feeling of rural America.
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Chris
Rail schedules are padded as well, we call it schedule recovery time. It's pretty standard for all transit and operations planning.
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Rail schedules are padded as well, we call it schedule recovery time. It's pretty standard for all transit and operations planning.
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