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HS2 through trains on Elizabeth line?

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matacaster

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Whilst there may be lots of issues, if HS2 at Old Oak Common was linked to Elizabeth line and compatible train sets used. Could some HS2 trains run through to far end of Elizabeth line with enlarged station there?
 
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Whilst there may be lots of issues, if HS2 at Old Oak Common was linked to Elizabeth line and compatible train sets used. Could some HS2 trains run through to far end of Elizabeth line with enlarged station there?
An excellent idea. It would save the cost of rebuilding Euston. Will there be a DfT announcement before noon today?
 

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Whilst there may be lots of issues, if HS2 at Old Oak Common was linked to Elizabeth line and compatible train sets used. Could some HS2 trains run through to far end of Elizabeth line with enlarged station there?
The ramp from the HS2 tunnels to GWML at ground level would look something like this:
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As an alternative they can run along the GWML, then connect to the Hammersmith and City Line at Paddington to run to an extended Euston Square :D
 

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As an alternative they can run along the GWML, then connect to the Hammersmith and City Line at Paddington to run to an extended Euston Square :D
Don't forget the option of running onto the Circle and District, so they can use the tagline 'You have to go Barking before you can get to Birmingham' :D
 
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