Can I travel with Interrail in my own country?

An Interrail Global Pass is valid for travel in your country of residence during one outbound journey and one inbound journey that occur during travel days at any point in your trip.



Yes, but with specific limitations. An Interrail Global Pass allows you to use your pass for two journeys in your country of residence: one "outbound" journey to leave your country and one "inbound" journey to return home. These journeys are intended to help you reach the border or an airport/port to start your international travels. You cannot use a One Country Pass for your own country, as the program is designed to encourage international tourism. During your outbound and inbound legs, you can make as many train transfers as necessary within a single travel day. If you live in a country with a large rail network like Germany or France, this is a great way to save on the expensive "last mile" to the border. Once you have used your one return trip home, any further domestic travel would require a standard local ticket, though you can still use your pass for travel in other European countries until it expires.

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Travelling alone can be daunting, but it can also be a liberating experience. Go on spontaneous trips and choose when and where you want to go on your own. Travelling across Europe with an Interrail Global Pass is the perfect way to meet fellow travellers and locals in up to 33 countries.

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Americans can travel with Interrail if they reside in Europe for more than six months. This must be proven with official documents. Otherwise, a Eurail Pass must be purchased, which is today almost the same as the Interrail Pass.

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Eurail and InterRail are both rail passes, and while they are similar there is one critical difference - who can buy them. Eurail Passes are only for non-European citizens or residents. InterRail Passes are only for European citizens or residents.

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A reservation guarantees you a seat or a bed on the train. Night trains have several accommodation options, ranging from reclining seats to single cabins with private bathrooms. You will pay a higher reservation fee for the more luxurious options.

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Here's how the 7pm rule works If your overnight train is leaving after 7pm then you can put in the following day's date on your rail pass and use one rather than two days of travel for the overnight trip. Simple!

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A Eurail Pass can only be used by non-European citizens or non-European residents.

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Less Risks of damage: Unlike a suitcase, a light weight backpack wont tend to have any moving parts (apart from zips) This means you are automatically limiting the risk of damage to your luggage/ I.e broken wheels on cobbled streets etc. When interrailing, you're going to be on the move quite a lot.

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Interrail is an all-in-one Pass that lets you explore 33 countries by train. Hop on and off as many trains as you like simply by showing your Interrail Pass on your phone – it's the most flexible way to explore Europe.

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Accommodation: Depending on which package you have selected, the purchase will include all Hostel/Hotel accommodation throughout your whole trip.

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Eurail passes do not cover local transport like trams or metros, only intercity trains. Rail Europe is another company that offers similar European train passes.

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In general, yes, but there are some exceptions and a few rules to keep in mind. First, be mindful that some trains (such as high speed, scenic, and night trains) require rail pass holders to purchase reservations at an additional cost.

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