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Train fares are up to 30 times more expensive than planes in Europe
(edition.cnn.com)
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More than accountability is likely prices. Train in Italy is much more expensive than switzerland or Germany. A single ticket would force them to lower prices
I couldn't reply to kbin comment but this outlines lots of issues with train network in Europe.
https://www.investigate-europe.eu/en/2021/european-governments-are-holding-back-on-railway-passenger-rights/
It is little bit outdated now EU wants to make it more feasible by 2026.
https://www.europarl.europa.eu/factsheets/en/sheet/130/rail-transport