💨 Abstract

The author laments the rising cost of train tickets from London to their hometown, Malvern. The price of a 2.5-hour journey has increased significantly, with even the cheapest return tickets now costing £77.90 after discounts. Financial pressures make traveling to see family increasingly unaffordable, forcing the author to rely on virtual communication. They express hope for cheaper fares and welcome nationalization plans, highlighting the broader issue of public transport affordability.

Courtesy: Charley Hullah