# This Train Could Get You to Another Continent in Minutes

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Podcast: [Bright Side](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bright-side-3596359)
Published: 2026-06-12T20:00:00+00:00
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Imagine hopping on a train and reaching another continent in just minutes—sounds like science fiction, right? Well, scientists are working on a futuristic vacuum tube train that could make it possible! This concept, called hyperloop or vactrain, would use airtight tunnels with super-low air resistance, allowing trains to travel at nearly the speed of sound. That means a trip from New York to London or Paris to Beijing could be faster than a regular plane ride! The technology is still in development, but if it works, it could change travel forever—no long flights, no jet lag, just smooth, ultra-fast rides. Who knows? In the future, your next vacation might start with a train ride across the ocean! 🚄🌍 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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