How long is an Interrail pass valid before activation?

You need to activate your Pass within 11 months of the day you bought it. You can activate and start using your Pass any time before this date.



People Also Ask

When travelling on a night train that leaves on one day and arrives the next, you only have to spend 1 travel day: the day of departure (however, keep in mind that the arrival day of the night train needs to fall within the validity of your Pass).

MORE DETAILS

15 days in 2 months. Travel on as many trains as you like on each of your 15 travel days – perfect for visiting 14–16 destinations. You can use your 15 travel days any time within 2 months of your start date. Spread them out or use them back-to-back – it's up to you.

MORE DETAILS

You can use your travel days any time within that 1 or 2 month period. So if your start date is 10 January and you have a 7 days in 1 month Pass, your Pass is valid for 1 month from 10 January – so up to and including 9 February. It will expire on 10 February.

MORE DETAILS

Night trains save you money and time. You can travel long distances while you sleep (and you'll be gifted extra time to explore) and dodge the expense of a hotel. Many European stations are located in the heart of the city -so get ready to explore as soon as you arrive.

MORE DETAILS

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!

MORE DETAILS

What accommodations options are available? Night trains have several accommodation options, ranging from reclining seats and couchettes to single compartments -some with private bathrooms. You naturally have to pay a higher reservation fee for the more luxurious options. Reclining seats (on some night trains):

MORE DETAILS

You can change your plans whenever you like, and if you miss your train you can just hop on the next one. Your Pass lives inside our app on your phone. In the app, you can search train timetables, save journeys and show your Interrail ticket on board the train.

MORE DETAILS

A backpack is a hands-free option that lets you keep your belongings close to you at all times which in turn makes it easy to access your belongings on the go. The benefits of interrailing Europe with a backpack means you don't have to worry about leaving your luggage unattended or struggling to carry multiple bags.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

You can buy one or more Interrail passes covering just one country each.

MORE DETAILS

It's best to book the Pass and seat reservations in advance to guarantee your seats. Want to travel with a paper Pass? We can deliver it between 3 to 8 days with premium shipping - you'll find the exact delivery date for the country where you want to have the Pass sent in the checkout.

MORE DETAILS

How to save money while Interrailing Europe
  1. Book your Interrail pass in advance. ...
  2. Take regional trains. ...
  3. Book Hostels over hotels. ...
  4. Book hostels with Kitchens. ...
  5. Make use of internal discounts available with your pass. ...
  6. Make use of Europe's UNDER 27 discounts. ...
  7. Bring a reusable bottle. ...
  8. Don not withdraw cash from ALL ATM machines:


MORE DETAILS

Yes, you can travel through Europe with Interrail Youth pass at the age of 17. Important is a written consent of your parents that you are allowed to travel alone.

MORE DETAILS