Why can't you use a train toilet in the station?

Why can't you use a train toilet in the station? The contents don't get flushed into a tank - they get dropped on to the track. And that's particularly unpleasant at a station.

Can train drivers go to the toilet UK?

Train drivers in the UK are able to take a 'personal needs break' and these breaks are often planned into their shifts. A passenger train driver will be able to use the toilets at a station, on the train, or at a railway depot.

Do trains dump toilet waste on tracks?

While modern trains won't litter the tracks with human excrement, the traditional method did just that. This is what was known as a hopper toilet. It could either be a simple hole in the floor (also known as a drop chute toilet) or a full-flush system.

Can you use the bathroom on a train?

If you want to get up and stretch your legs, there's plenty of room to walk around, with restrooms conveniently located in every car.

How many toilets are on a train?

Many trains have toilets. Long distance trains, including sleeper trains, usually one per carriage at one end. Middle distance trains may only have one per 2–4 carriages. Short distance trains, suburban and metro trains where you are on the train for less than 20–30 minutes often have no toilet.

Why doesn t the Elizabeth Line have toilets?

The most controversial aspect of the new trains is that there are no toilets. A spokesman for TfL explained why. He said: Toilets are not provided on the TfL Rail/Elizabeth Line trains. Adding toilets to the trains would take up space and displace approximately 600 passengers per hour.

Do trains have wifi?

While Amtrak does offer free WiFi, it is not available on all of Amtrak's trains. At time of writing, only the following trains are equipped with WiFi: Acela (service between Boston and Washington, DC)

Do train drivers sleep?

Thus, while drivers may have fewer hours for sleep in between successive work periods, they are likely to sleep more often in a single day and to be awake for correspondingly shorter periods. Relay van workers must also sleep in noisy crew-van carriages that shudder and vibrate along with the movement of the train.

Do train stations have toilets UK?

Yes, a large proportion of them do, especially at times of the day when there are still staff on duty. Unfortunately, due to increasing cases of vandalism, however, some have had to resort to putting combination locks on the door (much like many Pret shops) so you might have to ask staff for the code…

Do French trains have toilets?

On board the train... You walk along the train from car to car at the upper level, and the café-bar is also at the upper level. There are toilets both upstairs & downstairs.

Do European trains have toilets?

Train travel essentials: Most train restrooms are well-stocked, and if they aren't, you can normally sway your way down to the nearest restroom in the next carriage. However, later in the day, even the best trains sometimes run low on supplies, so just in case, or to share with a friend, bring some tissues!

Do Northern trains have toilets?

All toilets on our trains are wheelchair accessible. Some stations have station wheelchairs available for use, our passenger assistance team can advise, should you wish to book one in advance. They can be contacted at 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560).

Do train engines have a toilet?

Yes, locomotive engines typically have a toilet, also known as a lavatory or restroom, for the use of the crew members who operate the train.

Do train drivers ever go home?

Do train drivers ever go home? Since both passenger and freight trains run long-distance routes and operate 24 hours per day, it may be common for train drivers to spend long periods away from home. Nighttime, weekend, holiday and overtime work may also be necessary.

What happens if a train driver needs the toilet?

In the absence of washrooms inside loco cabins and strict directives never to leave the engine unattended, a train's pilot, if he wishes to use the loo, has to send this message to the control room, which then makes arrangements for his replacement at the next major railway station.

Is there always a toilet on a train?

If you want to get up and stretch your legs, there's plenty of room to walk around, with restrooms conveniently located in every car.