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Does Eurail Pass include underground?

Underground, Busses, Tram, DLR are not included in the pass.



No, the Eurail Pass does not include local city underground, metro, or subway systems like the London Underground (The Tube), the Paris Métro, or the Berlin U-Bahn. These systems are typically run by municipal transport authorities rather than the national rail operators that partner with Eurail. However, there is a notable exception: in many German and Austrian cities, the S-Bahn (suburban commuter trains) is included because it is operated by the national rail companies (like Deutsche Bahn). In 2026, while your Eurail pass gets you between major European cities on the high-speed networks, you will still need to purchase a separate local ticket or use a contactless payment method for the subway once you arrive. The general rule of thumb is: if the train is run by a national carrier (like SNCF, Trenitalia, or Renfe), it's probably covered; if it's run by a city authority (like RATP or TfL), it is not.

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No. City metros/subways/trams/buses are not part of the pass network.

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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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A Eurail Pass is an all-in-one train ticket giving you flexible access to most trains across Europe. Unlike traditional train tickets, with Eurail, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want. Some trains do ask you to make a reservation, but most trains can be boarded as easily as using one of your travel days.

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We ask for your passport or ID number for safety and verification that the Pass you are travelling with is actually yours. You may be asked to show your passport or ID card when your Pass is being checked by ticket inspectors, so the number on your Pass should match the number on the passport or ID you are carrying.

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A 1st class Eurail Pass is more expensive than a 2nd class Eurail Pass, but it also gives you access to seats with more space and extras that can even include food and beverages. Check out our complete overview of differences between 1st and 2nd class to find out everything you need to know.

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First class also has wider seats and aisles, and is more likely to have amenities such as air-conditioning and power outlets (though outlets are still rare on Europe's trains, in any class). While first class is less conducive to conversation, it's more conducive to napping.

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You can hop on and off most trains as you please with your Eurail Pass, but some trains ask you to buy an additional seat reservation before you can jump aboard.

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If you live in Europe, order an Interrail Pass. If you live outside of Europe, order a Eurail Pass from Eurail.com. 3. If you have a European passport and a non-European passport but live in a different European country, you can travel with a passport or national identity card (ID).

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The Pass even includes certain buses and ferries to make sure everything is within reach. Some popular trains like the Eurostar, TGV, and AVE are included in the Eurail Pass, but require that you purchase a seat reservation.

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