Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Eurail or an InterRail Pass?

In short: Eurail Passes can only be used by non-European residents, InterRail Passes can only be used by European residents. 

Who can buy a Eurail Pass?
You can buy a Eurail Pass if you are a resident of a non-European country, for example the USA, Canada, Australia, South Korea, Japan, South Africa, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Singapore, China, India or Hong Kong. See the complete list of countries eligible for Eurail.

Who should buy an Interrail Pass?
You should buy an InterRail Pass if you are a resident of one of the following countries:
Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Faeroer, Finland, FYR Macedonia, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Vatican.
Interail Passes are available from the InterRailNet website.

What is the definition of ‘resident’?
You are considered to be a resident of a country if you have been living in this country for longer than 6 months on the first day on which you use the Eurail Pass. The train staff could check your residency in your travel documents (passport, visa), so be sure to bring these documents on the train.

Can Eurail and InterRail Pass holders travel together?
Eurail and InterRail Pass holders can travel together if their Passes are valid in the same countries. Please note that the InterRail Global Pass is valid in more countries than the Eurail Global Pass.