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I traveled on a double-decker train between France and Switzerland at 199mph. See inside the TGV Lyria, which costs as little as $50.

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I traveled on a double-decker train between France and Switzerland at 199mph. See inside the TGV Lyria, which costs as little as .

  • I traveled on the TGV Lyria between Paris and Geneva, which can reach 199 mph.
  • Tickets can be as cheap as $50 and offer scenic views of the countrside.
  • The journey was about as long as a flight but more relaxing and convenient.

France’s high-speed trains are among the best in the world, capable of traveling up to 199 miles per hour.

The TGV Lyria is a joint venture between the state-owned rail operators of France and Switzerland. I traveled on one as I returned home to London after a conference in Geneva.

If you book in advance, it can be as cheap as $50 — about the same price as a budget airline flight and usually faster.

Plus, with great views of the countryside and friendly interactions with employees or other passengers, it’s a great way to better comprehend the country. Not to mention the convenience of boarding and the relaxed atmosphere of the café car.

Here’s what it’s like to travel on board.

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