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 New York to Boston with my family?”
The plugin builds a comparison table automatically. Flight, Amtrak Acela, and regional train — 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: 'Acela — better value when bags and transfers are factored in, zero airport stress with kids, arrives city center.' The regional train gets a mention as a budget option that takes a bit longer but saves even more.
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 other options simultaneously. Flight prices come from Google Flights; train prices from web search with source verification.
The comparison includes hidden costs: airport transfers, checked bags, city center 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 Acela to DC? Family of 3 with a toddler.
What is the best way to get from New York to Boston? Compare all options.
Is it worth flying to Chicago or should we take the train? Two adults, lots of luggage.
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One conversation. No more tabs.
Install the plugin, run /travel-setup, and let it handle the research. Free, open source, no catch.