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Metros and Subways

Metros and Subways are two names for a type of high-capacity public transport that runs on rails in urban settings, usually below ground, but sometimes on ground level or on elevated tracks. Metros have numerous stations strategically positioned in the city, usually within a kilometer of one-another, in order to facilitate commuting and access to the city.

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Can you go by Metro from the Charles de Gaulle Airport to Disneyland Paris?

No, the Paris Metro does not extend as far as the Disneyland resort, but...

- there is a shuttle bus from both Paris airports throughout the day to Disneyland, €16 for adults, €13 for children. The timetable and operating hours are available on the Disneyland Paris website.

- alternatively, you could catch the RER train link to Paris, and then switch for the RER line A train direct to the resort (Marne-la-Vallée - Chessy). In Paris these RER lines run on the same way than the metro system, but faster with fewer stations.

Are there cheaper fares for senior citizens on Paris metro?

As a 70 year old, and a resident of Paris, France can I get a discount on metro lines?

What are London underground trains made out of?

Same materials as most railway trains: mainly steel, though modern ones may make more use of aluminium and plastics. Plus other materials such as the copper in the motors and cabling.

Why is the London underground symbol still used?

It's still used because the London Underground is operating still, and that's the logo.You have to have logos for companies, shops, and railway lines.

Where can current vacancies for jobs on the London Underground be found?

Job vacancies for the London Underground can be found online at websites such as LSBU, Google Jobs, as well as Camdem. Each of the websites are great tools for job searching any vacancies for employment.

First black London underground employee?

Color was not an issue as much as you may think in Britain when it comes to the way London Transport handled hiring so in all the studies i have done, never have I come across any indication of employee description. You may try London Black History or folklore in the Black community as it is a matter of pride to be sure.

What famous London underground station has 6 consecutive consonants?

Knightsbridge.

Barring punctuation, which LU station has the three same consecutive consonants?

What Subway to take from Boston aquarium to Boston Science museum?

If you want to take just the subway, you can get on at the Aquarium stop which is right outside the aquarium. That is the Blue Line. Take that inbound to Government Center and switch to the Green Line outbound. Get on a train that says Lechmere on the front/sides and take that three stops to Science Park. The science museum is right there.

Source: I have lived in Boston for three years, have a blog on things to see/do in Boston, RelaxLaughExploreBoston.wordpress.com

What is the best way to get from Kilburn station to Euston on the London Underground?

Get the Jubilee Line train to Baker Street and then the Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City or Circle Line to Euston Square.

How much does it cost to ride to Manhattan from The Bronx?

It would cost $2.25, which is the current fare on the New York City subway or buses, as of today, October 14, 2010.

Where is the St. John's Wood station on the London Underground located?

St. John's Wood station on the London Underground is located in the authority of Westminster. It is on Jubilee Lane between Swiss Cottage and Baker Street.

What type of font was used in New York City subway roll signs?

I think it's called Business Commercial. The font costs like 200 bucks, but Arial is the closest font to it

According to the New York Times' recently published obit for Bob Noorda, the designer of the NYC Subway system signage, the type is internal to the system, Standard Medium, but was originally designed by Mr. Noorda using Helvetica.

The London underground is shorter than the Paris underground?

The London Underground is the largest in Europe and the oldest in the world.

Which London Underground stations opened in 1890?

There are many Underground stations that opened up in London in the 1890's. These include the Stockwell tube Station and the Borough tube Station. The stockwell was open only for 10 years.

Why is the New York City subway so hot hotter underground than on the street in full sun how does that make sense?

The New York City subway is ventilated by surface air. If it's hot outside, that hot air freely enters the subway through the open grates that you can see as you walk the city streets. Plus the cars are air conditioned, which generates heat in the tunnels. Plus when the cars brake, they generate heat through friction. Add the facts that there is no breeze and the dampness of the subsurface and you have conditions that are often nastier than they are above ground. It isn't a wine cellar that's for sure.

Why lights are switched on and off when the train passing through tunnel London Underground?

They do it out of courtesy for oncoming engineers as bright lights in the face can cause temporary inadequate vision. This happens on railroads all over the UK and in the USA

What's the difference between the track layout of London Underground and London Overground?

The track difference of the track layout of the London Underground and London Overground is whereas one is underground the other is over the ground.

Does the london underground have a stop at the heathrow airport?

Yes, there are three stations: Heathrow Terminal's 1,2 &3; Heathrow Terminal 4 and Heathrow Terminal 5. They are all situated on the Piccadilly Line.

What type of nuts were in the New York City subway vending machines Sixty years ago?

None because there were no vending machines 60 years ago. The history of vending machines goes back to 1888. I'm 67 years old & ate nuts & gumballs from the NYC subway vending machines. My Dad bought his Pall Mall cigs from vending machines. Just wondering if someone w/"seasoned" wisdom like myself knows what kind of nuts they were. They were small & round, tasted like dry, lousy peanuts. Thanx kplivvy

How much energy does London underground use?

London underground's electricity consumption in 2007 and 2008 was 0.4 per cent of all the electricity used in the UK and 2.8 per cent of London's total usage. The total annual electricity consumption is just over one terawatt hour each year.

cheers ... Skunkfarmer . New Hampshire USA