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I know it's quicker off the mark at peak times, but is the cost difference enough to run dramatically more trains?



Yes, electrified trains require far less crew and other workers, which means the current size staff size can operate on a wider timespan for practically the same cost.

Also the acceleration and deceleration will clear the tracks far easier and quicker for the next train to arrive, leaving less congestion during peak hours and less load on the system overall.




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