What is the difference between First and Standard Class in Britain?

1. First Class has larger seats, more space both for you and your baggage.
2. First Class carriages are usually less crowded and have picture windows.
3. On many routes First Class offer extras, including free tea and coffee. Some routes even offer free snacks and newspapers. Certain long haul routes have table or buffet service meal too. It is normally very good and comparable to airline 'first class'.
4. The decor and ambiance is very pleasant - frequently leaving one disappointed that the train has arrived.
5. Most commuter routes radiating from the big cities have First Class accommodation. Here the benefit is space on busy rush hour trains.
6. First Class is always at the London end of the platform (i.e. no long walk at the London terminal!)

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