Trains in Europe

Get on board Europe's trains

Explore Europe by train in up to 24 countries with the Eurail pass and choose from thousands of fascinating destinations to visit. Pick the type of train that best fits your travel plans and get where you want to go, by day or night. Travel quickly and in comfort from one exciting destination to the next while you watch inspiring scenery pass by.

There are a number of train routes between France and Italy that use regional, high-speed, international or night trains, or a combination of these. Some of the trains covering these routes require advance seat reservations. During the busy summer period make reservations as soon as possible. View routes between France and Italy.

Fast and comfortable trains across Europe.
View high-speed trains.

High speed trains

Cover large distances as you snooze away.
View night trains.

Night trains

Enjoy beautiful scenery while you travel.
View scenic trains.

High speed trains

Meet the locals on board regional trains.
View regional trains.

Regional trains

Trains per European country

Read about national railway companies and the different train types in each European country, as well as key routes and approximate journey times.

 

Top 5 routes in Europe

Find out which train routes are the most popular with other Eurail travelers to help you make your own exciting travel itinerary.

  1. Florence – Rome

Paris - Rome

Travel on the popular route from Florence, Tuscany's beloved city of art, to Italy's capital, Rome with all its ancient splendor.

  1. 2Amsterdam – Brussels
  2. 3Munich – Füssen

     

  1. 4Prague – Vienna
  2. 5Lucerne – Interlaken

 

The Eurail pass

Eurail passWith a single Eurail train pass you can travel in up to 24 countries, hopping off along the way to experience Europe's most fascinating monuments, museums and breathtaking scenery.

The adventure begins with the train journey itself, which is why so many people choose to explore Europe by rail. Are you ready to choose the Eurail pass for your own European adventure?

Check out the Eurail passes.

Add a ferry journey

Ferry discountsWhy not combine your European rail trip with a ferry journey? Add an extra ingredient to your holiday, plus reduce travel times between countries that are separated by water.

Sail across the majestic waters of the Mediterranean, travel between the Scandinavian countries by sea, or take a relaxing ferry journey to the ‘Emerald Isle’ (Ireland).

Your Eurail pass entitles you to FREE and discounted ferry travel on certain routes in Europe.

Read more about ferries.

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