Rail Passes and Train Travel FAQ - Rick Steves Europe

A rail pass covers the cost of train travel in a certain country (or countries) for a certain number of days (usually for a number of days spread out across a wider window of time; a few passes …

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How do I choose a rail pass?

Picking a rail pass: Mostly it's just a matter of where and for how long you're riding the rails. It's wise to carefully compare passes to find the best fit for your itinerary and style of travel. The range of options may seem intimidating, but mostly it's a matter of simply knowing which countries you intend to travel in and for how many days. ...

How do I Activate my Train pass?

Rail passes are pretty straightforward but come with a lot of fine print (worth reading). It's important to understand the basics before your first day of train travel. Activate your pass before your first use. In order for your rail pass to be valid for train travel, you must activate it by providing passport information and a travel start date. ...

How do I Activate my Swiss train pass?

Activate your pass before your first use. In order for your rail pass to be valid for train travel, you must activate it by providing passport information and a travel start date. (Swiss passes and a few special offers come preactivated — if your pass is already designated for a specific travel period, skip this step.) ...

How much does Eurail save?

Save 20 percent on Eurail Global and One-Country Passes from July 4-18, 2024! See details. Rent a Car or Take the Train? Should I Get a Rail Pass? ...

Does Eurail have a global pass?

For see-it-all train travelers out to experience as much of Europe as possible, the Eurail Global Pass is the best option. Covering 33 countries, the Global Pass allows you to travel freely through most of Europe, from Portugal to Finland to Turkey. How do I see whether a Global Pass makes sense for my trip in particular? ...

Can I save a train if I'm planning a trip?

As you plan your train travel, you can save any trains you're thinking you might take to "My Trip" part of the app; once you've decided on the next train you'll use your pass for, choose that departure from the options you've saved, and tie that departure to your pass before boarding the train. ...