Train vs. Flight Comparison
Side-by-side transport mode comparison with real costs for your full party.
The Scenario
“What's the best way to get from London to Amsterdam with my family?”
The plugin builds a comparison table automatically. Flight, Eurostar, and overnight ferry — side by side with real costs for a family of four, including hidden extras: bags, child fares, city transfers, and door-to-door time.
It does not just present the data. It makes a recommendation: 'Eurostar — better value when bags and transfers are factored in, zero airport stress with kids, arrives city centre.' The ferry gets a mention as a bonus option that doubles as a night's accommodation.
What It Looks Like
Full comparison table: journey time, door-to-door time, adult price, real family cost, child fares, luggage, and arrival location.
The plugin checks your profile first. If you prefer trains under 4 hours, it leads with rail options.
How It Works
The plugin checks your profile for transport preferences. If you have said 'prefer trains for anything under 4 hours', it leads with rail.
It searches flights, trains, and ferries simultaneously. Flight prices come from Google Flights; train and ferry prices from web search with source verification.
The comparison includes hidden costs: airport transfers, checked bags, city centre vs. airport arrival, and whether children travel free on each mode.
You get a clear recommendation with reasoning. It explains the tradeoffs so you can make an informed decision, not just pick the cheapest ticket.
Try These Prompts
Should we fly or take the Eurostar to Paris? Family of 3 with a toddler.
What is the best way to get from London to Amsterdam? Compare all options.
Is it worth flying to Edinburgh or should we take the train? Two adults, lots of luggage.
Related Use Cases
Flexible Date & Price Search
Find the cheapest travel window across a full month, with your constraints factored in.
Family & Constraint-Aware Planning
Travel with toddlers, elderly parents, or mixed groups. Every constraint factored in.
Accommodation Selection
Honest Airbnb and hotel reviews with layout checks and direct booking links.
One conversation. No more tabs.
Install the plugin, run /travel-setup, and let it handle the research. Free, open source, no catch.