The article contrasts the transport experiences of commuters in Northern England with those in London. It highlights the limited train frequency in the North, leading to a culture of urgency among commuters who are accustomed to waiting long periods if they miss a train. In sharp contrast, London's efficient underground system allows for a more relaxed approach, with trains arriving frequently. The author reflects on their own conditioning as a Northern commuter and experiences a revelation during a recent journey in London, realizing that the frantic pace of commuting is not necessary there.
If you miss your underground train in London, there's another in two minutes; you feel invincible knowing you're not stranded.
Years of Northern rail disappointment has conditioned me to think that if I miss my train in the North, that's it!
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