I suppose some of you use trains almost every day. Commuting by tram or train to work is comfortable, and less expensive than by bus or own car in some countries. It can also be funny if you have good company and the landscapes at some parts of the routes are so nice. I liked to travel by train to the city where I studied some decades ago. Also, we made some journeys just for leisure time by train. However, some months passed since my latest train ride. I usually drive to work or go by bus or bike.
That fact changed at the beginning of July when I spent a weekend with my nieces in Belgrade, the capital of Serbia. We went to one concert and stayed for the second day to walk around in one fortress. It was a great time we had, but on Sunday afternoon we had to say goodbye to that city. We opted to take the train from Belgarde to Novi Sad, our next destination. The ticket for one person was around 3$, which is really cheap compared to the bus ticket price.
The station where we waited for our train was called Tosin Bunar, it is a part of New Belgrade. We had our accommodation close to it, so it was the most logical choice to wait there and not at the main station.
The day was warm, the sun decided to heat up the surface of our tiny planet... and there was no shade at the train station??? The benches had a small roof above them but it was not sufficient to make a good shelter from the heating sun. The trains were coming and going away, several ones passed before our train arrived. Well, it was our fault we arrived too early at the station.
I liked that old train which was decorated with graffiti. It came from the direction of the city of Novi Sad, but I didn't pay attention to where it headed after Belgrade. Also, a fast train called Soko passed, but it even didn't stop at this station. It goes from the main train station of Belgrade, and if you watch my video you will see it. It is the first train that I captured.
The train we travelled with was the last one that appears in the video, the red one, the same kind of train as in the photo below.
The interior of the train was ok too. Nothing special, not a luxurious one but it was comfortable and roomy. We paid for our tickets and then I got comfy in my seat...
Just a few things I saw during our ride, for example, this building in one of the towns. Many train stations look like this one, they were built more than a century ago, and when they are well preserved and reconstructed, they give a pleasant view to the passengers. But to be honest, I didn't see a lot of things... as what happened is that I fall asleep on the train (I had a slight migraine that I tried to fight with some painkillers) so the next thing to see was the station in Novi Sad when we arrived. 😂
The station in that city is recently refurbished. It has two levels, waiting rooms and one huge hall downstairs. Seems that the seats in the hall are comfortable and inviting to take a small rest while you wait for your next train.
The last time (many, many years ago) when I travelled by train from Novi Sad I had to buy the ticket at the counter. Now it is simplified and you don't need to wait in line.
Some additional new things that are placed are the boards with information, about the railway, trains, bridges and train stations in this city and surroundings. How they were changed throughout the years and what it looks like nowadays.
Boards all around... Well, at least one is not bored while waiting. Plenty of information to read!
A railway worker's uniform is displayed in one of the showcases. I am pretty sure they still use this type of uniform.
The model of the train station, showcased:
I was curious, so I explored a bit around while we were waiting and found a balcony on the first floor. From there, you can enjoy the views of the city.
When the time came to go and the people we were waiting for arrived, we left the train station. Still, one more train crossed my paths, this old one. The clouds in the sky resemble the smoke coming from the chimney of the locomotive. Cool, isn't it?
So, when was the last time you travelled by train? What you have visited, who was your company and did you like it? Do you have a story to bring? I found this community Train Spotting as a perfect niche for a story around a journey made by train. Would you join in?
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It's always interesting to see the different types of train and stations from around he world and Serbia is definitely one that I haven't seen before. Thanks so much for sharing!
I am glad I was able to make that journey and bring a glimpse of it to hive. Thank you for this different and interesting niche 😀 🚞🚆
You turned into a train spotter?
Always learning new things about you :)
Great train, the one with the graffiti. Best one of all, for sure. At least, from the outside. Not sure about the inside though. Owww the last one, the one in your post, not the one in the video ;)
Euhm, my last time in the train. Must have been back in 2019, in Berlin. Travelling from airport to apartment, and back again after a weekend in Berlin. In my own country, I rarely travel by train. Car in the basement/garage doesn't make it easy to choose the train. I do agree, when riding, a train can be super to see something of the country. Definitely, a perk to take the train more than any other transportation.
WOW, a community exists for the train spotters amongst us. Euhm, to participate I have to plan train travel then. Maybe that serves as a trigger, who knows :)
If one afternoon can turn me into a train spotter, then it seems that yes :D
The one with graffiti was interesting, also the sound it produced while braking hahaha, and the old locomotive, huh, comfort level probably not what we are used to nowadays, but it would be an adventure travelling by one of those antique ones.
Train vibes are maybe spread too 😆
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Ooooo I you were in Belgrade and I did not :( ...have to come now to Spain to meet you ;P
The last time I have traveled with train, and that one was Soko :) was a month and something ago, was going to Novi Sad for a gig :D Wanted to make a post about that but did not right away, now might be late... or not, NS is, after all, city to be mentioned any time :)
It's never too late for a post about a gig, and in combination with Novi Sad, even better :))
Beautiful captures @mipiano 😊
Funny with the art on the train.
I like traveling with public transport. It is so easy and you can relax along the way.
Have a great evening 👋🏻😎 thanks for sharing with us!
The trains with graffiti can be nice if the drawings are artistic and not just scribbles. See them here in pain too, with graffiti.
P.S. our a/c is fixed 😇
The technician came today and changed the piece that was making the trouble :)
Yes, with beautiful artwork they are nice to see, just tags/ scribbles nope… don’t like them on anything.
Yay! That is super news 😎🤩
Happy to hear your a/c is fixed. Enjoy the cooler air, also a little for me 😉
Have a wonderful evening @mipiano
Great to see some more of Serbia. I have travelled quite a bit of the Balkans but didn't reach Belgrade sadly. Is everything in Cyrillic or there is some English translation used?
My recent train trip was across Germany from West to East. I love traveling by train.
It was mostly on the ICE train so was very comfortable. Tickets are very cheap currently.
Hehe, there are still things from Serbia, spent there a bit more than a month :D oh, and there will be some Italy and France posts too :)
Wow, travelling from West to East of Germany, by train?! Than must be interesting.
About your question about Cyrillic, they also use Latin letters, and for example, these boards with info were also put in English. Also at other places, I saw English translations.
That will be nice to see. I love travel posts.
That's helpful with the cyrillic, I just remember driving over 15 years ago now into the Republik Serbska towards Banja Luka and it all went Cyrillic and I couldnt understand anything! lol.
Lucky my gf at the time could read it.
I believe travelling by train is always fun. My sister suggested I try it someday to see the difference because it's cheaper than bus or car. I would love to go by train one day and feel the convenience it brings.
Also, travelling by train with heavy loads or luggage can be less stressing than taking a public bus.
I was wondering how you took the video of the trains moving 🧐😆
It can be more comfortable indeed, especially if it is a long distance you have to travel. You can buy a compartment (if the train has it) so you can sleep and be calm. The luggage is also easy to keep.
Hahaha, I took the video of the trains just standing there on the platform, with a phone :)
Oh! That must be a great work you did because you did captured the whole train and its movement. Lol
Que video tan divertido ver los trenes pasar, resta una pregunta en mi mente, el clima en el interior a horas pico, con mucha gente dentro, es agradable?
Hey Andrew, claro que el clima en el interior es agradable, hay aire acondicionado :P y no había mucha gente. Ahora no sé, otros trenes como están, este fue bueno :))
looks like the days of "you never know when will they depart and you never know how long the ride is going to last" are gone :D
a year ago i was trying to find is there somewhere a "Limenka" still in use to go for a ride. nostalgia :D
No more excitement around delayed trains hahaha? Well, stays for nostalgia then :D
when you board a train in Subotica and travel 10 hours to Belgrade (200km) because your train broken down 2 times :D
My response comes as a delayed train 😂
So familiar situation, yeah. Until we had "sinobus" from my hometown, we used it until Sombor. Then you take the train to Novi Sad, which always brokes 😂
So a whole day entertainment 🤣