Where does the Eurail stop in Germany?

Where does the Eurail stop in Germany? German hub stations Germany's main hub stations are Berlin Hbf, Köln Hbf (Cologne), München Hbf (Munich) and Frankfurt Hbf. At these train stations, it's possible to connect to trains to Germany's main cities and many international destinations.

Why is the train so expensive in Germany?

Originally Answered: Why are German trains so expensive ? For the longest time, the Deutsche Bahn (German Railway) had a monopoly on inter city ground travel. That let them set the price at whatever rate they want. Although this company is 100% owned by the German state it's still a private company.

What does PL mean on German train ticket?

You will also find your coach (Wg) and seat (Pl) numbers for your train/s in this section. Some tickets, for example, Normalpreis tickets, have optional reservations so you may be permitted to travel on other services on the specified route. You should always refer to the specific fare conditions of your ticket.

Can you eat on trains in Germany?

Eating on German Trains All ICE trains have a restaurant wagon where you can sit down and receive table service. It's not a Michelin-starred restaurant, but you can eat plenty well on the train. Plus there's something especially enjoyable about having lunch and seeing the countryside whiz by.

Does the Eurail Pass cover the S-Bahn in Germany?

Eurail Pass holders can travel for free on the S-Bahn (suburban metro railways) networks that DB operates in major German cities.

How far is Frankfurt Hbf from airport?

The total distance from Frankfurt Airport to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof station is 12 km. The total trip with a car usually takes around 20 minutes.

Is Frankfurt Main the same as Frankfurt Hbf?

Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof Frankfurt am Main Hauptbahnhof (usually abbreviated to Hbf = main station in German) is a impressive terminus at the centre of the busy city of Frankfurt, a beautiful station dating from 1888, although the halls either side of the main hall were added in 1924.

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.

Do they check passports on Eurail?

We ask for your passport or ID number for safety and verification that the Pass you are travelling with is actually yours. You may be asked to show your passport or ID card when your Pass is being checked by ticket inspectors, so the number on your Pass should match the number on the passport or ID you are carrying.

What does Eurail not cover?

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.