How many times a day can I use my Eurail Pass?
How many times a day can I use my Eurail Pass? A travel day lasts from midnight to midnight. Within this time you can take as many journeys as you'd like. Please remember to add each journey accurately to the travel day and make reservations when needed.
Do you need to reserve seats with Eurail Pass?
You can hop on and off trains as you please with your Eurail Pass, but some services may ask you to buy an additional seat reservation. Seat reservations are not included in your Eurail Pass, but for a fee they guarantee you a comfy seat on busy routes across Europe.
What is the difference between 1st class and 2nd class on Eurail?
The difference between 1st and 2nd class rail travel is the level of comfort and the facilities provided. A 1st class Eurail Pass is more expensive than a 2nd class Eurail Pass, but it also gives you access to seats with more space and extras that can even include food and beverages.
What is the 7pm rule on Eurail Pass?
The rule means that you only need to use 1 travel day when travelling on trains that depart after 7 p.m. (19:00) and arrive at their final stop after 4 a.m. (04:00). Travel with an Interrail Pass can only begin from 00:01 on the first day that your pass is valid.
What is the difference between Eurail Pass and rail Europe pass?
Eurail is the name of the consortium that works with all the national rail companies to create the Eurail train pass. Rail Europe is an official reseller of the tickets and passes that Eurail creates. Interrail is the same pass but for Europeans only; Eurail/Rail Europe is for non-Europeans.
What are the benefits of buying a Eurail Pass?
A Eurail Pass is an all-in-one train ticket giving you flexible access to most trains across Europe. Unlike traditional train tickets, with Eurail, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want. Some trains do ask you to make a reservation, but most trains can be boarded as easily as using one of your travel days.
Can you sit anywhere with Eurail?
You can hop on and off most trains as you please with your Eurail Pass, but some trains ask you to buy an additional seat reservation before you can jump aboard.
Does Eurail Pass cover subway?
The Eurail Global Pass does not work on local trains such as subways or trams. It only works on intercity trains. Does the Global Pass cover high-speed trains? The Eurail Global Pass does include access to high-speed trains.
Can you bring food on Eurail?
Other trains offer light meals, snacks and drinks in a buffet car. Check an online timetable to see if a specific train will have a restaurant or buffet car. You can also bring your own food or drinks on the train.
Is luggage included in Eurail pass?
Unlike air travel, where your large luggage is checked in and looked after, with Eurail train travel, you are responsible for your luggage at all times.
How do I avoid a seat reservation with Eurail Pass?
To find routes without seat reservations, you can use our Rail Planner app on any mobile device. Make sure to tick the 'No reservation needed' box when searching for trains.
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.
How far in advance should I reserve Eurail seats?
We advise you to start making reservations at least 2 months in advance. Many high-speed and night trains can already be reserved from 3 months in advance, and will get fully booked in that period.
Is Paris Metro included in Eurail?
But once you buy the Eurail Pass, you don't need to pay for anything else. This is your all-in-one train ticket to Europe! Just make sure you travel within the time frame outlined on your ticket. Eurail passes do not cover local transport like trams or metros, only intercity trains.