Train travel can be an incredibly relaxing experience. Sitting back while you watch fields, meadows and cities go by without having to think about driving or making your way through a busy airport can feel liberating. Especially if you are on your way to begin your holiday, travelling by train can give you plenty of time to relax, read a book or listen to music. 

First class rail travel is a much more rewarding experience. Many people choose to spend a little more on their tickets in order to take advantage of the comfort provided in first class. But is it really worth splurging on first class tickets? And what are the benefits associated with travelling this way? 

 What can first class train travel include? 

Whether you are on a business trip or on your way to relax by a hotel pool in the sun, traveling by first class can be a great option that can make your journey much more comfortable. 

Depending on the provider, first class can offer several benefits, such as:

 – Reclining seats 

During a long trip, even an otherwise comfortable seat can become slightly difficult to sit in, which is why many people prefer to lean back and enjoy the more luxurious reclining seats in first class. 

 – Extra leg and elbow room

 There is more room in first class, which allows travellers to stretch out their legs and rest their elbows comfortably on armrests. You may not think that this makes a big difference, but once you experience it, it will be hard to go back to the often more narrow chairs of second class. 

 – Complimentary newspapers

Newspapers offered to first class passengers can be a great way to pass time. Usually, staff on the train will offer a selection of local and international newspapers which provide convenient access to a wider range of stories and articles from around the world. 

 – Complimentary WiFi 

Many providers include complementary WiFi on board of first-class carriages. This can come in handy if you want to do some work on your way to the office or on your way home. It can also help pass time if you wanted to stream movies or listen to a podcast or audiobook that you haven’t downloaded yet. 

 – Complimentary food and drinks 

There are many complimentary services that you can take advantage of when traveling in a more luxurious way. Food and drinks can help you deal with travel better, especially if you have been working late or have a long trip ahead. Meals brought to you are usually of higher quality than other food available to buy on the train and may even contain more nutritious ingredients and therefore be healthier.