Europe by train

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One of the most exciting parts of travelling is planning where to go and how to get there. By using point to point tickets or rail passes, over 15,000 destinations can be reached by train in Europe.

Where can I go? The answer is simple. Almost everywhere! However how to reach your destination can prove to be more complex. Check the list of European countries which you can visit. Our selection of European destinations and our city guides are useful to help you plan your perfect trip.

Which train to take? Train go everywhere in Europe, from one country to another, from small towns to major cities, from trendy capitals to more cultural destinations. You have access to over 15,000 destinations thanks to our extensive network. Visit France on board the famous high speed train, the TGV. Discover the magic cities of Germany on board the high speed ICE train. Take the AVE trains to reach cities like Madrid, Barcelona or Valencia in Spain. Visit two countries thanks to the high speed international trains. The famous Eurostar links London to Paris and Brussels with seasonal routes to Disneyland Paris and the south of France. From Brussels you can take the Thalys trains to reach the Netherlands. You can also choose to take the TGV Lyria which connects France to Switzerland. For a complete immersion in Italy, take Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa or NTV’s Italo trains.

Which is the best rail pass? The best rail pass depends on where you are going. Choose your rail pass according to the destinations you are planning to visit by train. For a few trips from one city to another, for example between London and Paris only, a rail pass won’t be convenient. In that case a book your train ticketsis best suited. But if you are planning to travel extensively by train then a rail pass is best suited. There are different rail passes. To travel unlimitedly in France, the France Rail Pass is the best solution. If you want to explore the whole of Switzerland or Italy, for example, get one of our single country rail passes, such as the Swiss Pass or the Eurail Italy Pass is best. If you are planning on seeing a few more countries, with more flexibility, then a popular choice is the Eurail Select Pass, and for maximum flexibility and choice there’s the Eurail Global Pass, which gives you unlimited travel to 24 countries in any order you like.

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Travel Itineraries and Inspiration

Have an authentic travel experience and make every moment count. Whether it is the get-away vacation or shopping spree holidays, kiss your stress and worries goodbye, kick off those shoes and relax… just like you would do on board a train!

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Trip Planner

We have come up with a very useful tool to help you plan your trip and even book your train tickets. The interactive travel map features the whole of Europe and its extensive rail network, thousands of destinations, travel durations between any two cities and a booking form for quick purchase. Find whether a high speed train, a regional train or a night train links two cities and browse our city guides directly from the map.

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City Guides

Europe is home to a myriad of iconic metropolises, captivating cities and charming towns. Deciding where to go can be tricky. That is why we have come up with a list of city guides for hundreds of destinations. Discover your destination in a few lines by reading about the things to do and see. Know the best spots for shopping, what delicacies to eat and drink as well as must-see landmarks.

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Train Stations

Railway stations are located in the city centre making it convenient for visitors to discover the city. Major European cities like London, Paris, Rome just to name but a few, have more than 2 railway stations which serves different destination. Browse our station guides for the most important cities in European and learn about their location, opening hours, services provided and boarding platform details with the station map.

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Airports

All major airports in Europe are connected to public transportations, including trains. Major international hubs like London Heathrow, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Frankfurt Flughafen and Amsterdam Schiphol have a railway station annexed to the airport. However other regional hubs also have a railway station. Browse our airport guides and see how you can travel from the airport to conveniently reach the city centre.

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Discover Europe

We have compiled a list of all exciting journeys in Europe. Whether you are looking for the romantic journey, the action packed journey or the scenic journey, you are bound to find your pick. There are literally hundreds of routes on show. Browse any route to check the schedules, access the station guides and city guides as well as to book your train ticket conveniently. You can even download a PDF version of the schedule.

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