How far in advance do I need to buy Eurail Pass?
How far in advance do I need to buy Eurail Pass? Purchasing your Eurail Pass You can purchase your Pass up to 11 months in advance – just make sure you leave enough time for it to get to you before your trip. Your Pass needs to be activated within 11 calendar months, but we can activate it for you when you order.
How long does it take to get a Eurail Pass?
Instant delivery Delivery is instant when you buy a Eurail mobile Pass; you'll receive it by e-mail right after we receive your payment. So there's no need to wait for your Pass to be delivered to your door.
Can I get a 3 day Eurail Pass?
Travel on as many trains as you like on each of your 3 travel days – perfect for visiting 2–4 destinations. You can use your 3 travel days any time within 1 month of your start date. Spread them out or use them back-to-back – it's up to you.
Is it better to buy train tickets online or at the station Europe?
Tickets bought at train-station windows tend to be easier to change (or have refunded) than tickets bought online. In some cities you can avoid trekking to the train station by visiting a neighborhood travel agency or branch office of the national railroad.
How far in advance should I buy train tickets?
Always Book Early Cheap train tickets are usually released by train operators in advance of the journey. Normally, this is around 12 weeks in advance, as the timetable for any particular day is normally confirmed 12 weeks in advance.
How do I avoid Eurail reservation fees?
If you're traveling on a budget, remember that most slower national and regional trains don't require seat reservations, so if you're willing to take the scenic route you can often avoid the extra cost.
How do I use my Eurail Pass for the first time?
You can activate your Eurail Pass at any time before your first trip. To activate your Eurail Pass, enter your passport number on the start date of your trip. Just make sure your Eurail Pass is activated before you board your first train at any European train station.
What is the 7pm rule?
Here's how the 7pm rule works If your overnight train is leaving after 7pm then you can put in the following day's date on your rail pass and use one rather than two days of travel for the overnight trip. Simple!
What is the 7pm rule on the Eurail?
Here's how the 7pm rule works If your overnight train is leaving after 7pm then you can put in the following day's date on your rail pass and use one rather than two days of travel for the overnight trip.
Why are Eurail seat reservations so expensive?
Because some trains are more expensive than others, or historically have received less income from Eurail/Interrail to cover the large amount of passholders making use of those trains (Spain and France mainly). Reservations are usually a fraction of the cost of regular 1st class tickets, with some exceptions.
What is not covered in Eurail Pass?
Eurail passes do not cover local transport like trams or metros, only intercity trains. Rail Europe is another company that offers similar European train passes.
Can I buy Eurail Pass at train station?
You can also purchase Eurail Passes at train stations in Europe, but that's more expensive than ordering them online in advance.
Is it cheaper to buy train tickets in advance at the station?
Is it okay if we book 30 days ahead ? In general it is cheaper to book long distance trains ahead of time - 10 to 12 weeks is when cheap (but inflexible) tickets are released for sale. At 30 days on most routes there would be a reasonable selection still on sale if you are not too choosy about times.