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Our highlights from the world's largest rail transport trade fair 🚄

We know our community members enjoy hearing about innovations in the rail industry - so we created a round-up of exciting highlights from our visit. InnoTrans is renowned as the world’s biggest trade fair centered on the rail transport industry. Held every two years at the Messe Berlin exhibition centre, this year’s event took place from September 22 to 25, and we had the pleasure of attending. Here's a round-up of the exciting highlights from our visit. InnoTrans: Impressive Scale Our visit to Berlin was a fantastic opportunity for networking, learning about the latest industry developments, and reconnecting with familiar faces. We quickly realized the sheer scale of InnoTrans exceeded our expectations. With an impressive turnout of nearly 3,000 exhibitors from over 50 countries and around 170,000 visitors from 133 different countries, it really gave a great sense of just how complex and vibrant the industry is. The ‘Under-the-Radar’ Rail IndustryOne of the most inspiring aspects of I

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⚠️ National rail transport strike by FS Group, Trenord and Trenitalia Tper Group staff on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 NovemberTravel Disruption

 From 21:00 on Saturday 23 November to 20:59 on Sunday 24 November, trains may be cancelled or changed, due to a national strike by the staff of the FS Group, Trenitalia, Trenitalia Tper and Trenord.Industrial agitation can lead to changes to the service even before it starts and after it ends.Alternatively, they can reschedule their journey, under similar transport conditions, as soon as possible, subject to seat availability.Information on connections and services can also be obtained through the Trenitalia app, the Infomobility section of the Trenitalia website, the Trenord website or through the Trenord App, the TrenitaliaTper website, the toll-free number 800 89 20 21, as well as at ticket offices and customer service staff.

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⚠️ Strikes Netherlands 13-22 NovemberTrain Disruption

The trade union FNV has announced strikes at ProRail traffic control centers this week and next week. The first strike day affecting passengers is Wednesday morning 13 November, there will be no trains between 06:00 and 09:00 in Noord-Holland and parts of Flevoland and Utrecht. There will also be no trains between Leiden, Schiphol and Haarlem. On the High Speed Line (HSL), no trains will run between Rotterdam, Schiphol and Amsterdam. Schiphol Airport station will have very limited train services during the strike: four trains per hour will run between Amsterdam Centraal and Schiphol. If possible, alternative means of transport should be used.International train passengers will also be affected by the strike. On Tuesday and Wednesday, international timetables will be adjusted. An overview and travel advice can be found on the NS International website. For the rest of the morning, be aware of delays and cancellations as it takes time to start up the train services.Strikes will also take

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⚠️ Railway line closure in NorwayTrain Disruptions

A mishap on the Trondheim-Bodø  railway line has resulted in some sections of this line being closed. All trains on this line have been impacted. However, the train line between Mosjøen and Mo i Rana is expected to open at the end of Week 48 (between 25 November and 1 December).We recommend that you check the SJ Nord website or the Entur website for up-to-date train timetables and information about your travels on this line.Delay compensation: Interrail travelers with an activated travel day on any of the affected dates might request compensation here.

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⚠️ Extreme weather causing disruptions in Spain for two to three weeks (October - November 2024)Train disruptions

Due to damage caused by extreme weather in Spain, all rail traffic to and from Valencia will remain suspended for the time being. This includes high speed trains to and from Barcelona and Madrid as well as all local traffic.Please check the RENFE website (Madrid-Valencia AV connections suspended) for details on the Madrid-Valencia line and RENFE’s timetable (Renfe | Billetes de tren Ave, Avlo al mejor precio sin comisiones) for more up-to-date information on all rail travel within Spain. Delay compensation: Interrail & Eurail travellers with an activated travel day on any of the affected dates might request compensation on Interrail or Eurail delay compensation page

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Sarah W
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Important Update: One account for all our services

Starting November 4th, you’ll only need one account to log in to all Eurail/Interrail services, including the community. To log in, you enter your email address and a password. We need your helpTo connect your existing community account with the Eurail account, the email address you used to create it must match the one you used for your Eurail/Interrail account. Therefore, we ask you to check and, if needed, update your e-mail address. I have a community account but no Eurail/Interrail accountPlease create a new Eurail/Interrail account. Make sure that you use the same email address as your community account. After this, you can use this new account to login to the community. I have a community account and a Eurail/Interrail accountPlease check if the email addresses you entered to create the accounts are the same. If they are, you are fine. If you find that you used two different emails, we ask you to update your Eurail or Interrail account to match the email used for your community a

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Sarah W
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Next generation ÖBB Nightjet: travel between Vienna and Munich to Rome in comfort

In case you missed it: Sleeping overnight on a train just got cozier. You now have the chance to experience the “new generation Nightjet” on your way to Munich, Florence, and Rome and many other European destinations. Passenger comfort was a top priority when designing the new Nightjet, according to OBB. “The new generation Nightjet makes overnight travel even more pleasant for you, with modern design, more privacy and greater comfort,” its website reads. “With a speed of up to 230 km/h, the new trains take you to many European cities overnight in a climate-friendly way.” In a reimagination of overnight train travel, the new Night jet hopes to help you maximise sleep so you can arrive at your destination refreshed and ready to take on the day ahead. There are a few different options for you to choose from, with the premium “sleeper car comfort plus” offering the chance to turn your cabin into a small hotel room, complete with a private toilet and shower. The “sleeper car comfort cabins

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Sarah W
Sarah WCommunity Manager
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Timetable and Seat Reservations Update

 Here is a comprehensive breakdown of the new timetable data, updated seat reservation information, and important travel connections👇Timetable UpdatesWe have added and optimized our timetable data to help you plan better: Serbia Timetable Data Added: You can now access timetable data for Serbia, making it easier to plan your travels in this beautiful country. Estonia Timetable Data Added: Estonia’s timetable data is now available up to a month in advance. Euskotren Timetable Data Added: While not valid with a Eurail Pass/Interrail Pass, Euskotren data is now included up to a few weeks in advance, enabling new route planning options to Bilbao not via Barcelona. Vilnius-Warsaw-Krakow Timetable Optimized: This route now appears as a direct train, with a note indicating a change at Mockava on the border. Previously, these trains could not be found in the timetable.Evolving ChallengesWengernalpbahn: Although the timetable currently shows the Lauterbrunnen-Kleine Scheidegg route as valid, i

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⚠️ Floods in Czech Republic, Austria and PolandTrain Disruptions

Extreme weather conditions during mid-September in Central Europe continue to cause disruptions in Austria, Czech Republic, and Southern Poland.Austria: The 'Westbahn' railway line between Vienna and Linz will be disrupted for the time being, leading to longer travel times because of diversions and cancellations. This will also impact trains between Germany and Switzerland to Vienna (and further to Hungary). Czech Republic: Certain railway lines around Ostrava and Bohumin are still closed till mid-October. Impacting international trains from Czech Republic to Poland. Poland: Around Klodzko, on the railway line from Wroclaw to Prague, replacement buses will run for the time being.We recommend checking the timetables of the country you're travelling in – ÖBB for Austria, CZ for Czech Republic and PKP for Poland – before departing for your planned train journey for up-to-date train schedules.

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🎉 Gotthard Tunnel full re-opening soon

We are pleased to announce that the Gotthard Base Tunnel in Switzerland on the route between Zurich to Milan is expected to be fully operational again from the 2nd of September, according to SBB (Swiss Federal Railways). This comes over a year after the unfortunate freight train derailment that affected services. As a result, the daily EC Frankfurt-Milan service will resume on the 2nd September, improving direct connections between Germany and Italy.We look forward to the full restoration of this critical transport link. Read SBB announcement, here

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⚠️ Rail Strikes in Italy: 8–9 NovemberTrain Disruption

Rail strikes in different regions around Italy may affect train networks across the country from Friday, 8 November to Saturday 9, November. Train schedules may be impacted even before the strikes begin or end. For more information about the strikes, please see the strike announcements on the Trenord and Trenitalia websites.  We recommend checking the Trenitalia timetable shortly before departing for your planned journey for up-to-date train times.  Delay compensation: Interrail travellers with an activated day for any of the affected dates can request compensation here. 

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⚠️ Strike in Portugal from 24 Oct to 3 NovTrain disruptions

The Portuguese national railway company CP has announced nationwide rail strikes in Portugal that may impact train services from 24 October to 3 November. On 28, 29 and 30 October, the rail strike might disrupt regional train services while severe disruptions to the train schedule are expected on 31 October. On the remaining days, there may be occasional changes to train schedules. Please read the CP rail strike announcement for more information and we recommend checking the CP timetable shortly before departing for your planned rail journey for up-to-date train times.  Delay compensation: Interrail & Eurail travellers with an activated travel day on any of the affected dates might request compensation on Interrail or Eurail delay compensation page

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Train strike in Italy on 12–13 OctoberTrain Disruptions

Railway trade unions in Italy have announced a strike that would impact all rail services in the country from 21:00 CET on Saturday, 12 October, to 20:59 on Sunday, 13 October, with possibilities of affecting train schedules even before the strike begins or after it ends. Trains may be subject to changes or cancellations.For more information about the strike, please read the strike announcement on the Trenitalia website (only in Italian) and we recommend checking the Trenitalia timetable shortly before departing for your planned journey for up-to-date train times. Delay compensation: Interrail & Eurail travellers with an activated travel day on any of the affected dates might request compensation on Interrail or Eurail delay compensation page 

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Train strikes in France: 1 OctoberTrain Disruptions

Two rail unions in France have announced a strike on Tuesday, 1 October 2024 which is expected to impact some SNCF rail services across the country.The updated timings and train details will be made available on 30 September 2024 at 5 p.m. on the TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes website. We recommend you regularly check the SNCF information channels (in French) to know whether your journey may have been affected. Delay compensation: Interrail & Eurail travellers with an activated travel day on any of the affected dates might request compensation on Interrail or Eurail delay compensation page

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Introducing our Community-Created Map

The best travel experiences happen when you venture off the beaten path. That's why we're excited to introduce our community-created map, where you can share your favourite local travel finds — such as restaurants, outdoor markets, and hiking trails — with fellow adventurers like yourself. Contributing to our map is easy and fun! Here's how you can submit your travel recommendations: Submit your Pins: Go to this form to submit your pins. Share the Details: For each pin you submit, share some essential details to help fellow travellers make the most of their visit. Include the name of the place, its address, a brief description highlighting its unique appeal, and any insider tips or recommendations you have. Choose Categories: Our map is organised into different categories to make it easier for users to discover recommendations that match their interests. Select the relevant category for your pin, such as "Food & Drink," "Outdoor Adventures,” or any other suitable category. Add Phot

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Strike in the Netherlands on Wednesday, 11 SeptemberTrain Disruptions

Strike action may impact regional, high-speed and international rail journeys in the Netherlands from 04:00 to 08:00 CET on 11th September. Train traffic might also be affected on 10th September. Check the NS strike announcement for more details. You can also check the NS timetable or DB timetable shortly before departing for your planned journey for up-to-date train times. Eurostar has also announced the following changes to their timetable on 10th and 11th September:10th September – the following services will terminate in Brussels MidiEurostar 9152 London St Pancras Int'l – Amsterdam Centraal Eurostar 9375 Paris Gare du Nord – Amsterdam Centraal Eurostar 9381 Paris Gare du Nord – Amsterdam Centraal11th September – the following services will terminate in Brussels MidiEurostar 9303 Paris Gare du Nord – Amsterdam Centraal11th September – the following services will depart only from Brussels MidiEurostar 9322 Amsterdam Centraal – Paris Gare du Nord Eurostar 9310 Amsterdam Centraal – Pa

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(closed) Win a Copy of travel writer Tom Chesshyre’s latest book, Slow Trains to IstanbulGiveaway

We love to see you continuously connecting with your fellow travellers and inspiring each other to explore lesser-known destinations while embracing a slower, more mindful way of traveling.That’s why we think it will be a treat for you to read about Tom Chesshyre’s journey from the United Kingdom all the way to Turkey with one single Pass. It was the journey of a lifetime and Tom documented his journey through his book ‘Slow Trains to Istanbul’, taking his backpack and determination to get to know Europe better and the people he met along the way. As a thank you for being a valued community member, we are giving away 3 copies of the book. To enter all you need to do is like this post How will the giveaway work?We will randomly choose 3 lucky winners Winners will be contacted via direct message and then announced in the comment section of this post Summersdale Publishers will be responsible for the shipment of the giveaway The giveaway runs from Thursday, August 22nd, to Thursday, Septe

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8 - 9 September: National Strike in ItalyTrain Disruptions

The staff of the FS Group and Trenor Group (Trenitalia, Trenitalia Tper and Trenord) have called for a national strike from 3:00 am on Sunday, 8 September to 2:00 am on Monday, 9 September 2024.The strike is expected to result in changes and/or cancellations for trains and Freccialink services.Since industrial agitation may affect travel even before the strike starts and after it ends, we recommend you check your planned journey on the up-to-date timetable on the Trenitalia website to know whether it is affected by the strike. More information on connections and services is available on the other web channels of the FS Group and Trenord, at ticket offices or by calling 800 89 20 21 (toll-free).You may request a refund if the conditions if your situation meets the criteria on your respective carrier’s website.  Delay compensation: Interrail & Eurail travellers with an activated travel day on any of the affected strike dates might request compensation on Interrail or Eurail delay com

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(closed) Join us for another round of Beta Testing: Win 2 Free Passes and Help Us Improve our Rail Planner AppBeta Test

We’re back with another round of Beta Testing! Sign up now for a chance to win 2x Interrail/Eurail Global Passes for 7 travel days within 1 month (2nd class).​​This time around we are adding real-time data to our timetable. This means that we'll provide you with more up-to-date information like delays and platform updates as they happen in real time. We’ll also be adding updates about train cancellations and disruptions to the timetable very soon so that you’re always prepared for surprises on your journey. ​​We strive to provide accurate timetable information through our Railplanner App, which relies on data from railway carriers. As a result, some timetable details may not always be precise. Your feedback is crucial in helping us improve this information. All you need to do is try out the timetable in the app as you plan your trip or travel with your Pass, and then share your feedback with us.​ To get started: download the dedicated Beta testing app and start planning your trip using

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Big News: You can now book ALL AVE Trains between France and Spain online via our Seat Reservations Tool!Reservations Update

We are excited to announce a significant improvement for all our travellers: starting from today, you can now book all AVE trains between France and Spain online using our Seat Reservations Tool. With this update, you can enjoy:Seamless Cross-Border Travel: Easy seat reservations bookings for all AVE trains facilitating travel between French and Spanish destinations. Ease of Planning Online: Secure your seat reservations in advance to fit in your travel itinerary. Booking your AVI train tickets is simple:Login to your Eurail/Interrail account  Create a Trip and add your travellers Find train journeys that suit your plans Add the seats to your cart and bookWe hope you enjoy this improvement! For more information about Seat Reservations visit our Community Seat Reservation resource article, here.   

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⚠️ UK: LNER trains to/from London Kings Cross impacted between August 24–26Train Disruption

Your rail travel plans in the UK may be impacted between 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 24 and 8 a.m. on Monday, August 26, by planned essential engineering works taking place on the East Coast Main Line from London towards Leeds, York, Newcastle, and Edinburgh. LNER train services will be severely affected and there will be no direct LNER trains to or from London Kings Cross on 25th August. Please read the disruption notification on the National Rail website for more details and check your planned rail journey shortly before you travel on the National Rail timetable. You can also check the latest train updates on the LNER travel alerts website for up-to-date LNER train service information. The following changes to train services have been announced:  On Saturday 24 & Monday August 26:Some changes to evening services taking place from 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 24 Some changes to morning services until 8 a.m. on Monday, August 26 On Sunday August 25:All LNER services will start and t

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Sarah W
Sarah WCommunity Manager
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⚠️ Strike with occasional disruptions in Portugal from August 9 to 31Train Disruption

The Portuguese national railway company, CP, has announced strike action that may result in occasional disruptions on rail services across the country from August 9 to 31. CP estimates the disruptions to be more significant on August 15, so we recommend planning your rail travel in the country accordingly.  For more information about the strike, please the strike notification on the CP website and refer to the CP timetable for up-to-date train schedules shortly before departing for your planned train journeys. 

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⚠️ Construction works in Italy impact railway lines in AugustTrain Disruption

Several main railway lines in Italy will close throughout August for planned construction and maintenance works. The following railway lines will be disrupted for the coming weeks: Verona – Venice (31/07 – 20/08) Milan – Bologna (01/08 – 25/08) Florence – Rome (12/08 – 23/08) Milan – Domodossola (09/08 – 08/09) Please check Trenitalia's disruption page for more information (only in Italian).  Although the Eurail timetable is updated, we also recommend checking the Trenitalia timetable for the latest train schedules shortly before departing for your train journey. You can also search for real-time departure and arrival information by train or railway station using Trenitalia's information service.

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Share Your Eurail Adventure: Calling All Aussie and Kiwi Travellers!

Have you traveled across Europe with a Eurail Pass and made unforgettable connections? Perhaps you met a lifelong friend, or even found love on your journey? We want to hear your story! Your Story Could Be Featured! We are on the lookout for real-life experiences from Australian and Kiwi Eurail travellers. Whether it’s an inspiring friendship or a romantic encounter, your story may be featured by AU/NZ media! Why Share? Not only will you have the chance to inspire fellow travellers, but one storyteller will receive 2 Eurail/Interrail Passes with the validity of 7 days in 1 month in 2nd Class! Additionally, every community member who shares their story with us will receive a special Storyteller Badge as a token of our appreciation. How to Participate Simply share your unique Eurail experience with us via this form by August 7th. Tell us about the people you met and the connections you made while exploring Europe. Your story could be the next feature to inspire many others to embark on t

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Meet the community | Introduce yourself!

 Hi, newbies! We are ​​​​​super excited to have you here with us!  With many new members, with an interest for European train travel, joining the forum, we think it’s important to create a space for you to share a little more about yourself.Maybe you are new to the community or haven’t had a change to say hello! Either way, we can't wait to get to know you and your aspirations.So, let's all introduce ourselves  What's your name? Where do you come from? What are you passionate about? What do you love about train travel and Europe? Of course feel free to add anything more. You can share your favorite vacation spot, favorite book, place on your bucket list, picture of your pet, etc. Anything you’d like to share!-- If you happen to see anyone who is new to the community feel free to share this thread with them!

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