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SJ Night Train in brief
The SJ Night Train is one of Europe’s most modern trains, with characteristically Scandinavian airy and light cars. Travel to the north of the country to visit Luleå, Kiruna and Narvik, Europe’s last wilderness and after your cosy and comfortable night’s sleep you’ll awaken to unspoiled countryside and expansive landscapes.
All the SJ Night Trains have refreshment facilities offering hearty hot and cold meals, drinks, sweets, snacks and a full breakfast. The excellent food, and wine, is specially selected according to the seasons.
When darkness falls and you can’t enjoy Sweden’s natural beauty anymore find the SJ Night Train on board cinema. It’s a proper auditorium with a large screen and 21 seats, showing two films a night until 11pm. There’s also a fully-licensed bistro in the carriage next door.
The SJ Night Train network
Main destinations include Malmö, Göteborg, Östersund and Stockholm. Here’s an idea of the routes and durations.
Domestic night trains
| Journey | Travel time |
|---|---|
| Göteborg – Åre | 13h |
| Stockholm – Åre | 8h |
| Malmö – Stockholm | 8h |
| Stockholm – Luleå/Kiruna/Narvik | 11h 10 |
| Göteborg – Luleå/Kiruna/Narvik | 19h 45 |
| Stockholm – Oslo (summer season only) | 8h |
| Malmö – Berlin (not during winter time) | 7h |
| Malmö – Oslo (summer season only) | 7h 30 |
Our tip
SJ’s prices are steered by supply and demand. So if you can travel at awkward times you’ll get a better deal.
Before you board
The stations:
There’s a SJ Night Train Lounge in both Stockholm and Göteborg for 1st class passengers where you can chill out, have a bite to eat, a look round the shop and use the wireless internet to check your emails. There’s also help on hand if you have any questions about your journey.
Check-in & boarding:
If you’re travelling from Stockholm, Malmö or Åre, you can check in and board the train well ahead of the departure time to ensure you’re settled in time for the whistle.
Pets are allowed in seating carriages.
On board
| Sleeper Single Deluxe | 1st Class Sleepers | 2nd Class Sleepers | 2nd Class Seats | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bed cabin | √ | √ | ||
| Double deluxe (2-bed cabin) | √ | |||
| Private shower and toilet | √ | |||
| Towels included | √ | |||
| Shower and toilet outside of cabin | √ | √ | ||
| 3-bed or 2-bed cabin | √ | |||
| Couchette Compartments 6-bed cabin | √ | |||
| Sheet, sleeping bag and blanket | √ | |||
| Breakfast, Lunch Dinner, Snack: Service in the train’s restaurant carriage | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| Sleeping Car | Couchette Compartments | |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast, Lunch Dinner, Snack: Service in the train’s restaurant carriage | √ | √ |
| 1-bed and 2-bed compartments | √ | |
| Air conditioning | √ | |
| Private shower and toilet | √ | |
| Towels included | √ | |
| 6-bed compartments | √ | |
| Sheets, blankets and pillows | √ |
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A. Taking an overnight train is like adding a touch of adventure to your trip! Depending on the type of compartment you reserve, you will either be bunking with new found friends, or sharing a private room with your travel companions.
Remember, you are on a train so the amount of space in each overnight compartment is not overwhelming. If you have booked a private sleeper, you will have more room to move around in and store your belongings.
Please note that on some overnight trains you can expect to have your passports collected by railway officials on the train. This is primarily for your security. Your passport will be guarded overnight and then returned to you in the morning.
A. The best option for 3 passengers is a T3 if it is available. T3 compartments are not offered on all trains. If a T3 is not available then passengers will be advised to divide their party. You can also book a T4 or T6 based on availability and restrictions.
A. Depending on where you are traveling, there are two different rules regarding overnight travel. Some trains allow travelers departing after 7 PM to mark only the following day on the pass, meaning that only one travel day will be used. However, other trains will require that this travel use 2 days on your pass. It is recommended that you check the rules included in the ticket jacket included with your pass for more specific information.
A. Showers facilities are generally not offered on trains in Europe. However, private showers can sometimes be found with premier overnight trains such as the Elipsos between France and Spain when the Premier fares are booked.
A. Children 4 and under who do not need a bed travel free and do not require a sleeper reservation or a ticket. If the child is between the ages of 4 - 11 or is under 4 but will require a separate bed, then a special child’s fare will apply.
A. Sleeping accommodations vary according to the train and route. The most common compartments are Singles, Doubles and Couchettes. Some offer T3, T4, and Deluxe sleepers.
A. You can request 2 double compartments or a T4 if this type of accommodation is offered on the train you wish to travel on.
A. Tickets and passes are neither refundable nor replaceable if stolen or lost. Refunds, when applicable, are limited to totally unused, and un-validated passes, tickets and inclusive packages. A minimum 15% cancellation charge applies.
Refund amount for tickets will vary depending on the type of fare purchased. Please check the details for more specific refund policies for each ticket. For passes and packages please look at the Terms and Conditions.
Sleepers: if cancelled and space released with the station of departure at least 24 hours before train departs, are generally 85% refundable. If reservation is not cancelled, no refund will be granted. Once in Europe, most tickets must be stamped as NOT USED before the Train Departure Date (for reservations) or the 1st day of validity (for tickets and passes) to be entiteled for refund. If you have already purchased your pass or tickets, please review the terms and conditions that come with your documents for specific information about the cancellation policy for each pass or ticket.
To receive your refund for pass, documents must be returned to the issuing office within 6 months of the date of issuance (or 1st year depending on the pass). To receive you refund on combined tickets and reservations, they must be returned to the issuing office within 60 days. Click here to get the adress in our Contact Us section.
A. There are two options:
Option 1
You can select a Single compartment for 1 of the passengers and select a Double compartment for the 2 remaining passengers.
Option 2
You can select 3 Single compartments, each will need to be requested on the website separately having 1 passenger on each reservation.
A. Due to the limited availability on overnight trains, if you must change your sleeper reservation, try to do so immediately. You can visit the local station at least 24 hours prior to the train’s departure and see what is available. Be aware that your reservation change may be subject to local service fees and/or upgrade charges.
Reservations are required for sleepers and couchettes on all overnight trains and can be made up to 60 days in advance.
A. In order to accommodate a group of 5 travelers, you will need to do 2 separate requests.
You have the following options:
* 2 passengers in a double, and the other 3 in a T3 compartment (if offered).
* 4 passengers in a T4 (if offered) and 1 passenger in a single.
* 4 passengers split into 2 double compartments, and 1 passenger in a single.
* Reserve all 5 in a T6 compartment.
Options a, b, and c will need to be requested separately as it has been broken down. Option d can be requested all at once.
A. If you board a direct overnight train that departs after 7:00pm, then you use only 1 day on your pass. However, when marking the day of use for that train, be sure to mark the next day’s date.
If your overnight train requires a train change before midnight, then you will use 2 travel days.
Q. What are the differences between a Single, Double, T2, T3, T4, and couchette on overnight trains?
A. Sleeper accommodations vary according to amenities and the number of people occupying the compartment. The name or number advises how many beds are in each room.
A couchette (pronounced "koo-SHET") is normally usually in 2nd Class. A couchette accommodates 6 passengers, male and female, and offers no amenities.
Keep in mind that some compartments are gender specific unless the compartment is booked in full.
For more information about sleepers please visit our how to book sleepers page.
A. The term "Gender Specific" means that these compartments will not allow male and female passengers to travel in the same compartment. The exception to this condition is if you and your travel companion(s) intend on using all beds within the compartment.
Trains in which this condition applies are: Elipsos, CNL, Lusitania, Spanish Night trains.
A. Simply enter 1 passenger on the request page. The results page will display 1-3 passenger rooms depending on what is available. When booking a room that has more than one bed, the compartment is shared.
A. All 1 st class passes are valid for travel in all sleeper accommodations. If you have a 2 nd class pass, you are able to travel in T3 compartments and couchettes. Some T4 compartments are offered in 1 st and 2 nd class. Please be sure to check the details of the fare for the train you wish to travel on to determine what class the T4 is offered in.
A. You will need to first figure out who wants to share, and who does not. Once you have your travel party broken down, request the number of passengers who want to share a room together and request as either a 1, 2 or 3 person room. Request each compartment separately until all passengers have been reserved in a room.
A. The prices of accommodations on an overnight train are dependent on a few factors:
1. The expense of the ticket
2. The type of train you will be traveling on
3. The type of compartment you wish to sleep in
Similar to Day trains there are different levels of overnight trains. Typically, during the day, high-speed premier trains are more expensive then local services that travel at a slower speed, and offer fewer services on-board. For night trains longer International journeys are more expensive as they tend to be nicer trains, offering the traveler more services.
A. You can request 2 passengers in a double compartment. If there are no Double compartments available, you can then book a shared T3 but keep in mind, the third bed will be occupied by another passenger.
A. First class on the TGV East offers ergonomic reclining seats with head and foot rests, non-smoking coaches, individual power outlets, reading light, ability to book a taxi for your arrival with staff on the train and a restaurant car offering a selection of food and beverages for purchase.
Second class on the TGV East offers ergonomic reclining seats with head and foot rests, non-smoking coaches and a restaurant car offering a selection of food and beverages for purchase.
A. Book 1 passenger at a time, and select the Single compartment. You will need to do this step twice, once for each passenger.
A. Many people take advantage of additional time they have in a city, then they board their overnight train. You depart from one city and arrive in your destination the next morning, refreshed and ready to start your day. It also saves you money that you may have spent on a hotel.
