Which country is the cheapest to travel by train?

Though it lacks long distances, tiny Luxembourg was named cheapest for both train and bus routes owing to the country's decision to make public transport free in 2020. A heat map showing rail prices around the world can be seen at the top of this post; click here for a closer view.



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Latvia, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia are the cheapest countries for single travel when tickets are purchased on the day of travel. It's possible to buy tickets for less than €5 in these countries. For example, it costs just €4.10 to travel from Riga to Krustpils.

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Book train tickets in advance While many of us plan and book flights well before our trip, train travel is often left until the last minute. Like planes, train tickets are released in price sections—the cheapest fares are first, and the most expensive ones can be purchased up to an hour before the train time.

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16 Top Tips On How To Travel To Europe On A Budget
  1. Avoid Visiting during Peak Season.
  2. Visit Eastern Europe for Christmas Markets.
  3. Travel Carry-On Only. How to Find Budget Accommodation in Europe.
  4. Stay in Hostels in Europe.
  5. Try Couchsurfing.
  6. Camping in Europe. Finding Cheap Food in Europe.
  7. Cook your own food.
  8. Eat like a local.


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How much does a Eurail Pass cost? In 2023, the cost of a Eurail Global Pass purchased directly through Eurail starts at $276 for second-class fares and $351 for first-class seats for the four-days-in-one-month pass for adults. A 15-day unlimited pass for adults currently ranges from $498 to $631.

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According to Frommer's, Amtrak offers specials every week, and it's best advised to check on Tuesdays and Fridays to see what sale deals are offered by them. That being said, booking train tickets 12 weeks ahead of your departure date can also provide you with additional savings, as reported by MoneySavingExpert.

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1. Switzerland. Tucked inside the small but incredibly beautiful country of Switzerland is one of the most efficient and scenic rail networks in the world.

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The Eurail Pass With a single Eurail rail Pass, you can travel in up to 33 countries, hopping off along the way to experience Europe's most fascinating cities, monuments, and breathtaking scenery. Travel at your own pace and know that there is the perfect Eurail Pass for every European vacation!

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The average Swiss person travels 2,430 km by train each year (the highest in the world), almost 500 more than the average Japanese person (the second highest).

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Cheapest European Countries 2023
  • Bulgaria. One of the Slavic countries, Bulgaria is one of Europe's hidden gems for both travelers and expats, and appears on nearly every list of affordable countries in Europe. ...
  • Montenegro. ...
  • Romania. ...
  • Hungary. ...
  • Czech Republic. ...
  • Portugal. ...
  • Georgia.


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Backpackers should expect to spend between $40 – $70 USD/day in Eastern Europe, $70 – $100/day in Western Europe, and $150 – $200/day in the Nordic countries.

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Key Takeaways
  • The late fall and winter months—from mid to late October through mid-to-late March—are often the cheapest time to fly to Europe (though fares can spike in December).
  • It's often cheaper to fly to Europe mid-week, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, in particular.


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Plane travel is safest, reports Ian Savage, of the Dept. of Economics & Transportation Center at Norwestern University, in the Huff Post Live video clip above. Trains are three times more dangerous than flying but safer than traveling by car (which is 40 times more risky than flying), according to Savage.

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The research said many countries charge railways value-added taxes (VAT), energy taxes and high tolls while exempting plane tickets from VAT and not taxing kerosene fuel.

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