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The British national locomotive driver's union ASLEF has announced a nationwide rail strike from 6–11 May that may impact rail services across the UK. As different train operators are striking on different dates, please have a look at the strike announcement on the National Rail Website for detailed information. In addition, the train operators will have an overtime ban from 6–11 May that may result in changes to train schedules. We recommend checking the National Rail timetable shortly before departing for your planned rail journey for up-to-date train times. Delay compensation: Eurail travelers with an activated day for any of the affected dates can request compensation here.

⚠️ Strikes in UK from 6–11 MayTrain Disruptions

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Railway carriers in Italy have announced a national strike that will impact all rail journeys in the country from 9 PM on 4 May to 9 PM on 5 May. Trains may be subject to changes or cancellations and rail schedules may get affected even before the strike begins or after it ends. We recommend checking the Trenitalia timetable shortly before departing for your planned train journey for up-to-date train times. For more information about the strike, please read the Trenitalia strike announcement (only in Italian). Delay compensation: Eurail travelers with an activated day for any of the affected dates can request compensation here.

⚠️ Train strike in Italy from 4–5 MayTrain Disruption

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HUZZA! 🌟 We're so excited to share the news that… The Eurail Community has reached 20,000 members! It's an incredible milestone in our journey, to have you (yes, all of you) as part of this amazing community of train travel enthusiasts of all ages and from every corner of the globe. The community platform is a place to share your questions and opinions on train travel. And we’re thrilled that it quickly became a place where you guys jump in and help each other out, and connect with like-minded people (this was all down to you). This year was our best yet! We held more Innovation Train sessions than ever before, along with hosting an insightful webinar and curating your travel stories to share with our community. The true highlight was witnessing the incredible camaraderie as you all came together, offering invaluable support and guidance in planning your Eurail adventures. Here's to another year of collaboration, inspiration, and unforgettable journeys ahead!And therefore…💟 We wan

Celebrating 20,000 members and counting

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⚠️ Strikes in UK from 6–11 MayTrain Disruptions

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BDZ, the Bulgarian national railway company, has announced that construction works at Sofia Central will start from 7 May 2024 and are expected to last for 15 months until August 2025, impacting the flow of traffic through the station. You can expect the following changes in traffic movement at Sofia Central: For trains leaving/arriving at Sofia Sever, the BDZ have arranged special replacement trains which will do the transfer from Sofia Sever to Sofia Central. These trains will depart/arrive on platform 6, track 13. All trains coming from Northern Bulgaria will stop at Sofia Sever(North). Trams 1, 3, 7, and 27 will change their routes to accommodate traffic, with trams 27 and 3 continuing to Sofia Sever as their last stop. Bus line 413 will also continue to Sofia Sever. For more details about the construction works and the impact on Bulgarian public transport systems, please read the BDZ announcement (only in Bulgarian). The BDZ timetable is also expected to be updated by the end of A

⚠️ Construction works at Sofia Central, Bulgaria till Aug 2025Train Disruption

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Hey there, fellow traveller! Do you have any exciting Eurail/Interrail adventures planned in the next few weeks? We are inviting you to join us on a little mission to make our app even better and score yourself a chance to win 2x Interrail/Eurail Global Passes for 7 travel days within 1 month (2nd class). We’re introducing an exciting new functionality in our Rail Planner App that is designed to enhance your travel experience by giving you more up-to-date timetable data. We are interested in hearing about your experience with this new version of the planner. All you have to do is try out the timetable in the app as you plan your trip or travel with your Pass and share your feedback with us. To get started: download the dedicated Beta testing app and start planning your trip using the timetable. Then continue to use the Beta testing app on your Interrail/Eurail trip. After you sign up, we’ll send you a survey. By sharing your feedback through the survey, you automatically enter i

Join our Beta Test: Win 2 Free Passes and Help Us Improve our Rail Planner App!Beta Test

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We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve launched our One Country Estonia Pass on mobile! Take the train to Tallinn or Haapsalu for the perfect blend of old-world charm and modern innovation. This rail Pass will uncover forgotten natural wonders, castles, and lesser-known destinations like Pärnu and Tartu… Where will your Estonian adventure begin?

Estonia Pass now on mobileProduct Update

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The national railway carrier of Norway, VY, has announced that the rail route between Narvik in Norway and Abisko in Sweden is disrupted due to a previous derailment in Vassijaure in Sweden since December 2023. The Swedish Transport Administration's latest forecast is that the track will not open for passenger traffic between Björnfjell – Björkliden at least until June. For details about replacement buses on the full route between Narvik – Björnfjell – Björkliden – Abisko and further, please read the VY disruption announcement. We recommend checking our timetable to plan your train journeys accordingly.

⚠️ Narvik, Norway to Abisko, Sweden rail route disruptedTrain Disruption

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Welcome to the Eurail community!Welcome

Welcome to the Eurail community! This is a dedicated social space for you to connect with your fellow rail travel enthusiasts, get first-hand advice, and find inspiration.Check out our News & Announcements space to stay in the loop about exciting updates like new partnerships and product updates.Are you getting ready for travel? Stop by Eurail & Interrail passes. It’s your go-to platform for discussing everything related to our Passes and Pass inclusions.Planning can really be a puzzle, and sometimes you need extra help fitting the pieces together. Get support from your peers over in Train connections & reservations.Wondering what size suitcase is best for train travel or what it is like to travel on a sleeper train? Head over to our Travelling by train space.Looking for inspiration? Hop over to our Routes and destinations space to find the unmissable places recommended by our community. And don't forget to share your favorite destinations too!Now that you are ready to expl

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The best train routes to take in Europe this springInspiration

Maybe it's the wildflowers in bloom. Or maybe it's the seasonal festivals held in villages across the continent. Regardless of the reason, many travelers agree: there’s something special about experiencing Europe during spring. We created a list of some of our favorite reservation-free train routes to help you plan the perfect spring adventure. Travelers can explore these routes using a 4-day Eurail Pass, but we recommend adding them onto a longer trip across Europe. Wherever this spring takes you, we hope you savor the ride. Hop over to our magazine to see the list!

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Trenitalia, the Italian national rail carrier, has announced that traffic is suspended between Benevento and Ariano Irpino in Italy from 12 March due to a technical problem to the line caused by a landslide. High-speed and Intercity trains may experience route restrictions, cancellations, and bus substitutions on the affected routes with significant delays. The main routes affected are:Milan – Lecce Rome – Bari Naples – Bari For the details on the routes disrupted and the bus substitutions offered, please read the Trentitalia traffic announcement (only in Italian). The carrier also recommends rescheduling your trip accordingly, if needed. Please check Trenitalia's timetable for up-to-date train times before departing for your planned journey. The technicians are working on the site to allow the regular resumption of circulation and traffic is forecasted to be restored in 30 days or as soon as safety conditions are guaranteed.

⚠️ Italy: Benevento to Ariano Irpino route suspended due to landslideTrain Disruption

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Thank you to everyone who joined us for our recent webinar. We hope you found it informative and engaging. We've attached the presentation slides to this post. There are all kinds of helpful resources and tips and tricks in there. So whether you want to review the content or catch up on what you missed, dive right in! 🎥 If you prefer to watch the webinar in action, we've also made the recording available, here. We hope that you feel more confident booking your seat reservations and that you enjoy your rail adventure! 🚂 If you want to go one step further to help us improve take a few moments to complete a brief survey regarding your experience with the webinar. Your input is invaluable to us, and we genuinely appreciate your time and effort in providing feedback. 👀 Below are all the links from the presentation👇You can find an overview of costs for domestic and international and night trains on our website. You can view the refund conditions for reservations here. Limited pass hol

How to book Seat Reservations Webinar Recording & PresentationWebinar

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How to book your seat reservationsSeat Reservations

For some routes, an additional seat reservation is required. Seat reservations are not included in your Eurail or Interrail Pass, but for a fee they guarantee you a comfy seat on busy routes across Europe. On most high-speed trains and all night trains, seat reservations are mandatory. For a fun set of instructions, check out our Instagram highlight, here. You can book most of your reservations through our Reservation Service. Visit this page for detailed and up to date information on how to book seat reservations per country. Another option is to book seat reservations directly with the rail carrier. Our community put together this handy guide on how to do that, here. Feel free to ask questions, but please be sure to start a new topic first.

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We are thrilled to announce that our 6-day Greek Islands Pass is now available on mobile! It’s the perfect ferry pass for experiencing the ultimate Greek Islands adventure. With this pass, you can embark on a 6-day dream voyage from Italy to the Greek Islands or spend 4 days island hopping across the Aegean Sea, offering you the flexibility you need. Ready to start planning your island hopping adventure? Read more about our Greek Island Passes, here. Which Greek Islands are on your travel wish list? Tell us in the comments!

Introducing our Mobile 6-day Greek Islands PassProduct Update

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Swedish carrier SJ has temporarily suspended the sale of sleeper and couchette tickets on its night trains due to ongoing wagon repairs. This interruption will remain in effect until March 4, impacting all of SJ's night trains. However, sleeper trains will continue to operate, with only seat reservations available for booking during this period.

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It’s a special time of year! Twice annually, the European Railway Carriers release an updated timetable, making the second Sunday of December feel a little like New Year’s for train travellers. This release includes new routes, connections, services, and more. We have been eagerly anticipating how this timetable update will top previous releases. Well, the time has come, and we are thrilled to share the 10 most impactful improvements! New night trains: Starting from Brussels or Paris to BerlinThe latest additions to the ÖBB Nightjet routes will connect Brussels and Paris to Berlin. The direct night train service between Berlin and Paris, previously known as City Night Line, last operated in 2014. Travellers missed this night route, and we are pleased that passengers can travel it again three times per week.The Brussels to Berlin route runs six days per week, with both European Sleeper and the Nightjet running three times each on different days. How to find schedules: Rail Planner.Reser

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We are thrilled to announce the winner of our Innovation Train prize draw! Congratulations to @Kirco99, who won two free 2nd class 7-day Eurail passes.Do you want a chance to win two free passes as well? Join our Innovation Train Group, here. This group is open to our customers who want to participate in fun, informative, and impactful user tests.Not only will you help us improve our products and services with your feedback, but you will also get a sneak peek at the products we are working on and have the opportunity to earn badges and rewards. Read more about our rewards program here.Hope to see you over there!

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One Eurail traveller's vintage shopping adventure across EuropeInspiration

Maddy’s trip to Paris looked a little different than most travellers' experiences exploring the iconic French capital.Sure, as a first-time visitor to Europe, she visited fabled sites such as the Notre Dame, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Eiffel Tower.But she also browsed the racks of Chinemachine, a thrift and consignment shop just 400 metres from the ivory reaches of Sacré-Coeur. And Gaijin Paris, which specialises in Japanese vintage clothing. And Predilection, which brands itself as a “post-modernist’ secondhand shop.In total, Maddy visited at least 25 vintage clothing shops (and three flea markets) while in Paris – plus many more secondhand shops as she travelled across Europe with her Eurail Pass last autumn.Continue reading about her journey, here.What cities would be on your vintage shopping itinerary?

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We celebrated a pretty exciting milestone in 2023: one million passes sold! That's one million unforgettable stories, all written by you, our travelers.We’re so grateful you chose to explore Europe by train that we launched a brand new series of stories spotlighting your incredible adventures.We hope you have many more rail adventures in 2024! And we're thrilled to continue sharing your stories. That's why we're introducing our newest badge, the Storyteller Badge.This badge is awarded to travelers who share their stories and participate in an interview with a Eurail writer.If you would like to earn this badge, please share the story of your train trip with us by filling out the survey below:Survey LinkWe would love to hear your favorite stories from your Interrail/Eurail trip. What surprised, thrilled, warmed your heart, or left a lasting impression on you?The Storyteller Badge can also be exchanged for discounts when combined with our Innovation Train Badges. Hop aboard the Innovation

Introducing the Storyteller Badge

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The French national railways has announced that rail traffic between Modane and St-Michel-Valloire will be disrupted for the time being due to a landslide that was reported in the French Alps on 27th August. This would impact train journeys on the route between Paris – Turin – Milan for the next several months. Read more about it on the SNCF website.From 10th January, TGV trains will operate between Paris to Milan with a replacement bus from St Jean de Maurienne to Oulx after which passengers can continue their journey to Milan by train. The travel schedule including the replacement bus service with a slightly longer travel time will be updated on the Eurail Timetable and can also be found on the SNCF timetable. Your reservations will be valid for the whole route, including the replacement bus service. For more information, see this SNCF document.If you're planning to travel on the impacted route before 10th January, we recommend using an alternative route via Zurich. Please note that

⚠️ Paris - Turin - Milan line closure due to landslideTrain disruptions

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Dear Community,We are aware of a recent email you have received mentioning a 6-week expiry for your Passes purchased during the Black Friday promotion.Please disregard that information, and rest assured your Pass will only expire if not activated by June 1, 2024. There's still plenty of time to take your journey that makes a difference! For more information, please check the Pass conditions at Eurail and Interrail. We apologise for the confusion caused, and hope you enjoy your travels.

Important promotion Pass validity update

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We are excited to announce that you can now book seat reservations for high-speed trains in Spain via our reservations service! After a lot of hard work, we are proud to bring you this big improvement. 👏🏻 You can now book AVE, Euromed, and Alvia trains through our reservations system and receive an e-ticket. We hope this makes travel planning easier and more convenient for you. Stay tuned because we will be continuing to add more trains to our reservations service soon. Happy travels!

Book seat reservations on select Spanish trains via our reservations system 🇪🇸Product Update

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We are excited to announce the launch of our Find a Travel Buddy Group! Are you looking for a travel companion? Someone, to explore new destinations with on your rail trip? Look no further! Our travel group is here to help connect like-minded adventurers from around the world. Whether you're a solo traveler seeking companionship or simply want to meet fellow explorers, this group is for you.To join our Find a Travel Buddy Group, please note that you must be 18 years or older and be travelling with a Eurail or Interrail pass. This ensures a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants. Request to join, here.

Looking to meet fellow explorers on your next rail trip?New Group

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