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Is U Bahn included in Eurail?

There are other regular services linking the airport with central Berlin and Berlin Hbf, the best option in Berlin airport is to take the first direct train, not wait for the next FEX. U-Bahn as well as trams and buses are not included in eurail pass validity.



Generally, the U-Bahn (Untergrundbahn) is NOT included in the Eurail or Interrail pass. Eurail passes are designed for national and international heavy rail networks operated by companies like DB (Deutsche Bahn) in Germany or ÖBB in Austria. Local city transit systems—including U-Bahns, trams, and buses—are managed by municipal authorities (like the BVG in Berlin) and require a separate ticket. However, the S-Bahn (Stadtschnellbahn), which is the suburban rail network, is typically included in your Eurail pass in cities like Munich, Berlin, and Vienna because it is operated by the national railway companies. A common "pro-tip" for 2026 travelers is that while you can use a travel day for an S-Bahn ride, it is often a poor use of value unless you are also taking a long-distance train that same day. For city-only travel, it is much cheaper to buy a local "day ticket" and save your Eurail days for expensive cross-country journeys.

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

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This is your all-in-one train ticket to Europe! Just make sure you travel within the time frame outlined on your ticket. 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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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. But Eurail is the most popular and for the sake of this article, we'll just be focusing on Eurail Passes.

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Yes! If you have a Eurail Global Pass, you can travel on the Eurostar high-speed train connecting London with France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. A seat reservation is mandatory for this train and can be made up to 6 months in advance.

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An extensive rail network connects all major cities and most small towns which means that nearly all regions of Britain can be easily reached by train and public transport. A Eurail Pass is a cost effective and flexible train pass that covers Britain (England, Scotland & Wales), along with over 30 European countries.

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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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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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Eurail & Interail global pass can be used on Paris metro & PER or not? No. Train passes are not valid for urban transport.

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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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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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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 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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You take your bags into the train with you and put them on the rack above your seat, or in the space between the seat backs, or on floor-standing racks at the car ends or in the seating area. On local & regional trains you usually just stick bags on the floor. There's usually no separate baggage car on European trains.

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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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A Eurail Pass is a cost effective and flexible train pass that covers Britain (England, Scotland & Wales), along with over 30 European countries. Passes are available in both standard and first class travel, with discounts for travellers over 60 years and under 27 years.

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