The Elizabeth line
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What it really means
A newer fast railway across London (opened 2022, also called Crossrail during construction), shown in purple on the map. It links Heathrow, the West End, the City and east London with big air-conditioned trains. Same tapping system as the Tube.
Chinese explanation
伊丽莎白线，2022年开通的横贯伦敦快速铁路（建设期叫Crossrail），地图上为紫色。连接希思罗机场、西区、金融城和东伦敦，车厢宽敞且有空调。刷卡方式与地铁相同。
Example conversation
A: What is the cheapest fast way in from Heathrow?
B: The Elizabeth line. Much cheaper than the Heathrow Express and almost as quick to central London.
A：从希思罗进城又快又便宜的方式是什么？
B：伊丽莎白线。比希思罗快线便宜得多，到市中心几乎一样快。
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