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Will my train ticket cost more?

While trains mostly run on electricity, some diesel trains are still used for freight and on less electrified routes. More importantly, the cost of transporting materials and maintaining the railway infrastructure is affected by diesel prices. This can indirectly contribute to higher operating costs for rail companies, potentially influencing future ticket prices.

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