Saturday, August 24, 2024 Southeastern is inviting drivers to swap their cars for a train ride this bank holiday weekend. The rail service is fully operational across most of its network and has added extra trains and carriages to ensure smooth travel for those looking to explore the southeast while avoiding traffic congestion. With the RAC forecasting the busiest August bank holiday on the roads in nearly a decade, an estimated 19.
2 million leisure car journeys are expected from Friday through Monday. Traveling by train with Southeastern offers a hassle-free and eco-friendly alternative for visiting popular destinations in Kent, southeast London, and East Sussex. Electric rail travel, according to government data, contributes to only 0.
14% of transport emissions in Kent. Each Southeastern train can remove up to 500 cars from the roads, highlighting the environmental benefits of choosing rail over road. Southeastern is also making travel more affordable for families with its Kids for a Quid promotion, allowing up to four children to travel for just £1 each when accompanied by a fare-paying adult.
Groups of up to nine adults can benefit from GroupSave discounts, making a day out on the train both economical and enjoyable. This weekend, direct train services will connect Cannon Street to Ramsgate via Woolwich Arsenal and Dartford, providing convenient access to popular seaside towns like Whitstable, Herne Bay, Margate, and Broadstairs. Additionally, Southeastern will deploy ex.