Trainline, officially known as Trainline.com Limited, is a leading digital rail and coach ticketing platform headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1997, the company has revolutionised the travel industry by providing a seamless online booking experience for train and coach journeys across the UK and Europe. With a focus on user-friendly technology, Trainline offers a comprehensive range of services, including real-time travel information, mobile ticketing, and journey planning tools. Its unique selling point lies in its ability to aggregate ticket options from various operators, ensuring customers find the best prices and routes. As a market leader, Trainline has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with major rail operators and a growing presence in the European market. The company continues to enhance its offerings, making travel more accessible and efficient for millions of users.
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In 2024, Trainline's carbon emissions in Great Britain totalled approximately 98,260 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 212,630 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 310,900 kg CO2e for both scopes. This marks a slight decrease from 2023, where the total emissions were approximately 324,370 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 111,270 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 213,100 kg CO2e. Trainline has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 55.2% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. Furthermore, the company has committed to a long-term target of achieving a 90% reduction in these emissions by 2040. Additionally, Trainline plans to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 90% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Trainline's commitment to sustainability also includes ensuring that 80% of its suppliers, by spend, will have science-based targets by 2028. This comprehensive approach underscores Trainline's dedication to addressing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 111,660 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 151,230 | 000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 441,900 | - | - | - |
Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 63% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" being the largest emissions source at 94% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Trainline has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Common questions about Trainline's sustainability data and climate commitments