Skyscanner expands services with scenic train routes across Europe and beyond now available to book

The idea is simple – type in where you want to go, and you'll see both options side by side without the need to switch between different websites.

Travelling by train is a great option in many cases, with passengers enjoying scenic views and hassle-free boarding.

The service is currently live and being tested on select routes across seven countries.

Travellers in the UK, Spain, Italy, Germany, France, the Netherlands and South Korea can already use it, and you can search for journeys up to 90 days in advance.

If you're accessing Skyscanner from Europe, Asia or Australia, these train routes should appear in your results, with the company planning to roll out more routes soon.

Both one-way and return journeys are available on the routes that are currently running.

How does it work?

Train options appear in your search results when the journey takes under eight hours, whether that's a direct service or one with a quick connection.

You'll spot them just below the top flight results, showing journey times, prices and routes so you can easily compare.

Simply click on a train result to see more details, and a sidebar opens up with different providers and their best fares.

When ready to book, holidaymakers will be directed to Trip.com to complete their purchase.

The feature currently works on desktop and mobile web, with app support on the way soon.

Train journeys typically produce around a fifth of the carbon emissions compared to flying, measured per passenger kilometre.

When trains run on electricity from renewable sources, that footprint drops even lower. Trip.com, which handles the bookings, works with some of the biggest names in rail travel.

Partners include Eurostar for cross-Channel journeys, Deutsche Bahn in Germany, Renfe and Ouigo in Spain and France, Italo in Italy, Scotrail for Scottish routes, and Korail in South Korea.