I am coming on train vs I am coming by train

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I am coming on train' is not commonly used in English and may sound awkward. 'I am coming by train' is the more common and natural way to express that you are arriving using a train as your mode of transportation.

Last updated: March 19, 2024 • 11911 views

I am coming on train

This phrase is not commonly used in English and may sound awkward.

The preposition 'on' is not typically used to indicate the mode of transportation. It is more common to use 'by' when referring to the method of travel.

Alternatives:

I am coming by train
I am arriving by train

I am coming by train

This phrase is the correct and commonly used way to express arriving using a train as your mode of transportation.

Use 'by' when referring to the method of travel, such as 'by train', 'by car', 'by plane', etc.

Examples:

I am coming by train to visit you.
She always travels by train.
We will be arriving by train at 3 p.m.
He prefers to go by train rather than by bus.
They are coming by train from the airport.

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Alternatives:

I am arriving by train
I will be traveling by train

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I am coming on train vs I am coming by train