What age should you go Interrailing?


What age should you go Interrailing? There is no age limit for Interrail. But there are different prices depending on your age. Children up to 11 years travel free of charge with their parents and Interrail. From 12 to 27 years you will receive the youth rate.


How Interrailing changed my life?

Interrailing was, for me ? and for anyone who embarks on a similar rite of passage ? about way more than a ?holiday?; it was about discovering people and places away from parental gaze; exploring beyond safe harbours; growing up; making friends ? and mistakes; being independent and so, so much more.


Can I go Interrailing on my own?

Travelling alone can be daunting, but it can also be a liberating experience. Go on spontaneous trips and choose when and where you want to go on your own. Travelling across Europe with an Interrail Global Pass is the perfect way to meet fellow travellers and locals in up to 33 countries.


Is a backpack or suitcase better for Interrail?

Less Risks of damage: Unlike a suitcase, a light weight backpack wont tend to have any moving parts (apart from zips) This means you are automatically limiting the risk of damage to your luggage/ I.e broken wheels on cobbled streets etc. When interrailing, you're going to be on the move quite a lot.


Is first class worth it on the Interrail?

If you're seeking peace and quiet and want to guarantee a window seat — or a seat by yourself — 1st class remains a good bet. A high population of business travellers means the focus is on quiet concentration more than sociability. Plus, I've never had to stand while travelling 1st class.


Do you sleep on the train when Interrailing?

A reservation guarantees you a seat or a bed on the train. Night trains have several accommodation options, ranging from reclining seats to single cabins with private bathrooms. You will pay a higher reservation fee for the more luxurious options.


What age do people go Interrailing?

Children up to 11 years travel free of charge with their parents and Interrail. From 12 to 27 years you will receive the youth rate. From 28 to 59 years you have to pay the full Interrail price. If you are aged 60 or older, you can travel to the senior price.


Can Brits still go InterRailing?

Interrail Passes can only be used by European citizens and permanent residents of Europe. You'll find the full list of participating countries below, plus loads of other useful information. If you're a UK resident, Brexit doesn't affect the Interrail Pass. You can still purchase and use one as normal.


What are the cons of Interrailing?

The Interrail Pass doesn't cover travel within cities in most places. You might get lucky if they have a mainline rail system that passes through but buses, metros, trams etc will need to be covered as an extra cost. This is one of those quirks that can catch people out so at least you are forewarned.


Is Eurostar included in Interrail?

Yes! If you have a Interrail Global Pass, you can travel on the Eurostar high-speed train connecting London with France, Belgium, and the Netherlands.


Is 3 weeks enough for interrailing?

Three weeks is the perfect length of time for a first-time Interrailing adventure. Not only will you have plenty of time to travel between different countries and cities, but also to really experience the best bits of each place you visit.


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!