Is Raileurope the same as Eurail?

Rail Europe is an official reseller of the tickets and passes that Eurail creates. Interrail is the same pass but for Europeans only; Eurail/Rail Europe is for non-Europeans. While Eurail also sells the same pass as Rail Europe, Rail Europe often sells these passes at a discounted price.



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Eurostar is the actual train that goes thru the Chunnel - no matter where you buy your Eurostar ticket you will ride on the Eurostar trains - eurostar is an independent company - Rail Europe sells Eurostar tickets as does eurostar.com themselves. Thus the only difference is price - everything else is the same.

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Before you start your trip, you need to activate your Pass so it's ready for travel. You'll need your passport or ID that you're traveling with, and you'll need to know which date you're taking your first train. Enter your passport or ID number.

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The Pass is accepted on all trains operated by the national railway company, Deutsche Bahn (DB), and many private operators. A big advantage of exploring Germany by rail is that most trains do not require you to reserve seats. All you need to do is hop on and show your Pass on your mobile device and you're good to go.

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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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The Eurail and Interrail Passes let you travel on Eurostar routes between Belgium, France, the Netherlands, and Germany subject to the purchase of a Pass ticket.

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The pairing of European capital cities London and Paris is popular for travelers. Suggest clients take the high-speed train Eurostar as a convenient, sustainable, quick way to get the most out of their time exploring both cities.

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Eurail Passes can only be used by non-European citizens or non-European residents. European citizens can use an Interrail Pass instead.

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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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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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On all trains covered by Interrail/Eurail: No, just as long as you can carry it. Be aware stowing away large suitcases on busy trains can be a bit difficult, but there often are luggage racks. There are some exceptions on “low-cost” trains, that I know: Ouigo (France & Spain) and Avlo (Spain).

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Youth Pass - Travelers aged 12 to 27 can order a Youth Pass, saving 23% off standard Adult Pass prices.
  1. Family Pass - Up to two children (aged 0 to 11) can travel for free with a single adult.
  2. Senior Pass - Adults 60 and older get 10% off standard Adult Pass prices.


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Our Global Pass is perfect if you wish to add Great Britain to your longer itinerary, with the Eurostar offering excellent rail connections to France. The Global Pass is valid in Scotland, England, Wales, and Ireland, along with 31 other countries.

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

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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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The difference between 1st and 2nd class rail travel is the level of comfort and the facilities provided. 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.

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