Sub navigation: Planning

Timetables

check timetables to prepare your trip

When does your train leave? More on timetables

Reservations

Some traisn require a reservation

Some special trains require a supplement.
More about reservations

Maps

check railway maps to plan your journey

Where are the major railway connections? Check the maps

Planning your Eurail trip

This section offers useful information about traveling by train in Europe. Get help on how to find and use timetables and railway maps and find out what there is to know on train reservations. These are often required for special trains.

We have also gathered some info to help you prepare your trip: useful links, an event calendar, a travel checklist and a selection of travel guides. Finally you will find an overview of the main shipping lines which have a partnership with Eurail.

Travelers on a train platform in Austria

Train Travel

Info about timetables and train reservations, special trains, Eurail Aid Offices and airport-city links.

Quicklinks

Prepare your Trip

A succesful journey starts with a good preparation. Some useful links and tips.

Quicklinks

Special Trains

Special rail travel through Europe is possible on fast high-speed trains, comfortable hotel trains and impressive scenic trains.

Quicklinks

Shipping Lines

Eurail Passes are not only valid on trains. Some ferries and shipping lines also offer free or reduced services.