A rail pass lets you travel Europe at your pace... It takes you through big
cities, small towns, and villages that might not even get a pinpoint on the map.
If you plan to tour several countries in Europe, a Eurailpass
There are several different types of Eurailpasses available, all of which are
good for unlimited rail travel on the worlds most comprehensive rail network. It is important to note however that Eurail
passes can only be bought by residents of non-European countries, and are supposed to be purchased before arriving in Europe.
Europe's rail network is extensive - it's trains are fast, comfortable, frequent and usually on time. These
factors, however, may vary from country to country as do fares. And remember, European trains sometimes split
en route in order to service two destinations. So even if you know you're on the right train, make sure
you're also in the correct carriage.
Taking the train is an easy way to travel, with frequent departures on busy routes. When you take into account the time
it takes to get out to many European airports, you'll often find the train quicker than flying. This is especially the
case with fast trains such as the Belgian Thalys, the French TGV, the German ICE along with the Eurostar which connects
London to Paris within three hours via the Channel Tunnel. Rather than blow your cash on flying and arrive on the outskirts
of town, you can take the train and arrive right in the centre of the city. Paris, Amsterdam, Munich, Milan and Vienna are
important hubs for international rail connections.
Fast trains are identified by the symbols EC (EuroCity) or IC (InterCity).
Here is everything you need to know when it comes to choosing a Eurail train pass. We've also
included the most up to date prices for each ticket to give you an idea of how much it's gonna cost...
eurailpass 
eurailpass youth
eurail selectpass
eurail flexipass
eurail flexipass youth
Eurail Pass
The Eurailpass entitles the traveler to unlimited rail travel in the participating
17 Eurailpass countries and is also valid on some major shipping lines. The Eurailpass is valid on a continuous basis for a period of either 15 days, 21 days, 1 month, 2 months or 3 months, thus giving you the utmost flexibility in allowing to travel on any day within the chosen period. These passes can only be bought by residents of non-European countries and should be purchased before arriving in Europe.
| Prices
in US $ |
Eurailpass
1st-class |
| 15
days |
588
|
| 21
days |
762 |
| 1
month |
946
|
| 2
months |
1,338 |
| 3
months |
1,654 |
Ready to get your Eurail pass? Click here for a direct line to Rail Europe and you'll be on your way in no time...
Eurail Youthpass
Travelers under 26 (on the first day of use) have the option of discounted
Eurail Youthpasses, which essentially provide the same benefits as the regular
Eurailpass, the only difference being that you travel in second class rather
than first class. Travelers under 26
years of age may, of course, also buy a 1st-class Pass.
Youth Passes are valid for travel in 17 countries including some major shipping lines
and are available for consecutive periods of 15 days, 21 days, 1 month, 2 months or
3 months
| Prices
in US $ |
Eurailpass
Youth
2nd-class |
| 15
days |
414 |
| 21
days |
534 |
| 1
month |
664 |
| 2
months |
938 |
| 3
months |
1,160 |
Are you under 26? If the answer is yes, then the Youth pass is a much better option. Ready to get your Eurail pass? Click here for a direct line to Rail Europe and you'll be on your way in no time...
Eurail Flexipass
The Eurailpass Flexi entitles the traveler to unlimited rail travel in the participating 17 Eurailpass
countries and is also valid on some major shipping lines. The Eurailpass Flexi is valid for either 10 or 15
travel days within a 2-month period. These travel days may be used either consecutively or non-consecutively. If you're planning on stopping for a few days at each place you visit, this may
be a better choice for you.
| Prices
in US $ |
Eurailpass
Flexi
1st-class |
| 10
days / 2 months |
694
|
| 15
days / 2 months |
914
|
Eurail Youth Flexipass
Youth Passes valid in 2nd class only and exclusively for those who are still
under 26 on the first day of validity of their Pass. Youth Flexi Passes are valid for in 17 countries including some major shipping lines.
and are available for 10 or 15 travel days within a 2-month period. Travelers under 26 years of
age may, of course, also buy a 1st-class Pass.
| Prices
in US $ |
Eurailpass
Youth Flexi
2nd-class |
| 10
days / 2 months |
488
|
| 15
days / 2 months |
642 |
Eurail Selectpass
With a Eurail Selectpass you can design your own pass
selecting 3, 4 or 5 European bordering countries for a duration of either 5, 6,
8 or 10 travel days within a 2-month period. If selecting 5 countries there is
also the opportunity of choosing 15 travel days.
The Eurail Selectpass
offers unlimited travel by rail within a selection
of the following 18 European countries; Austria (including Liechtenstein),
Benelux*, Denmark, Finland, France (including Monaco),
Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Norway, Portugal, Republic of Ireland, Romania,
Spain, Sweden, Switzerland.
There is plenty of choice with this pass: in
total this range offers over 400 different combinations of countries to choose
from!
*For the purpose of the
Eurail Selectpass, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxemburg are counted as one country,
"Benelux".
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