- I usually make a one-hour flight to visit my family, but this time I got the 12-hour train trip.
- I was worried that I was spending time even though I was saving money, but I don’t regret my choice.
- Traveling by train was a relaxing break from my children and I felt refreshed when I visited my family.
I have a family in Melbourne, about 450 miles away in Adelaide.
I usually need an hour by plane to visit them for a quick weekend departure. I often go only after bringing my two children and my partner is not worth a hassle or cost for such a short visit.
However, when I booked a flight for a last trip, I realized that my plans coincided with a great event in my hometown. Flight costs were even higher than usual, with the cheapest places starting at $ 380 in every way.
Instead, I decided to get the cheapest travel of the 12-hour train from Adelaide to Melbourne. The standard tickets were $ 145.
I was worried that I would feel worried on the long train trip and that it would take time away from spending with my children or extended family.
Full of nerves, I added business class update to $ 100, as well, which would give me full meal service and more lounge.
My train ride felt more relaxing than those of my plane
Train stations did not feel particularly stressful. Margies pump
On the day of my journey, I hugged my little family as I said goodbye and got a taxi at the train station.
The train station felt calmer than the usual hustle and acceleration of the airport. The dormitory was quite fast and easy.
I was assigned a quiet place next to a large window and had a lot of foot and space for my bag.
I had more space on the train than I would have on the plane. Margies pump
Almost immediately, the train doctor offered me a hot drink and asked me to solve my food.
At home, no one asks me what I want to eat – I’m usually the one I try to plan and serve food for annoying kids. I was in fear as I chose a decadent selection of a hot breakfast, curry and cakes.
I liked to serve a meal on the train. Margies pump
Then, I put my headphones and calmed down, seeing the city pass through my window.
I’m not young to extend the journey through the Australian Outback amazing. In fact, we routinely caravan as a family in wild camps everywhere.
However, there was something special not to have to look carefully at the road or worry about others. The biggest decision I had to make on the train was if I had another cake service.
I liked to be able to look out of the window. Margies pump
As we approached Melbourne, I was forced to look at flat desert -like landscapes for miles. For the first time in a long time, I was actually feeling at ease.
Eventually, after almost a full day on the train, I arrived at Melbourne Station around 19:00
Now I have only had two full days to spend time with my extended Melbourne family, but I felt ready to slow down and appreciate our moments together.
I will reserve the 12-hour train travel at any time to get the opportunity
Traveling by train felt like a nice vacation for me. Margies pump
Fortunately, booking the trip by train (and an update) was one of the best decisions that More-and so giving me a much needed rest for myself.
I always love to visit my family in Melbourne, but my typical itinerary leaves me exhausted.
Usually, I rush to in and through the airport, hipped in a short flight, and then pick up immediately clasped with more Loved ones. Rapid rhythm travel does not allow too much unproductive time to reflect.
Booking a 12-hour train trip, I was forced to rest and take almost a full day for myself.
I didn’t feel at all a waste of time. In fact, my interruption time helped me have better quality time With my family in Melbourne and return to my feeling refreshed as a parent.
Plus, I saved money in the process. Even with the business class update, my train ticket was much cheaper than the flight.
If you ever get the opportunity to choose the slowest travel option, I would suggest a lot to get it.