Why Choose Rail?

Train travel offers a scenic, comfortable and exciting departure from the "typical" European vacation.

There is great romance by train form country to country without a care in the world. Many travelers have seen the world this way for more than 170 years, and nowhere is this felt more popular than in Europe. Rail travel is the best way to get close to all that Europe has to offer, from big cities and quaint hamlets to scenic beauty and fascinating people. It is also the one form of transportation that conveniently and efficiently takes travelers practically anywhere and everywhere they want to go in comfort and.in style.

Eliminate the Hassles
Unlike your origin and destination point when you use a low cost airline, with Rail Europe the major cities and attractions you long to see are linked by the extensive European rail network -- a vast system stretching over 160,000 miles, as extensive in size and scope as the U.S. highway system. And train travel eliminates all the hassles that can play a part in a complex European itinerary. This means:

◊     Travel city center to city center;

◊     No maneuvering through crowded airports located miles from the nearest city;

◊     No hailing taxis from airport to downtown; and

◊     No traffic headaches driving in and out of big cities or trying to understand foreign road signs

European trains provide frequent service, are roomy, eminently punctual, and take passengers directly from one bustling city to the next without the bother of airport transfers. Train travel allows you to see some of the most breathtaking scenery in the eastern hemisphere -- certainly more than they will see soaring 35,000 feet above the Continent!

Today's Rail Experience
There is no comparison between US commuter trains and Rail Europe. US commuter trains are overpriced and unreliable.  Rail Europe is affordable and exciting. If you love US commuter trains, you would be in heaven with Rail Europe.  For example, a first-class train trip in Europe is a totally different experience from what you might expect. Unless, of course, what you expect is the absolute freedom and flexibility of hopping from city to city, town to town, every few days on a different train with schedules that run like clockwork!

Today's first-class rail experience is one of:

◊     spacious, reclining seats;

◊     leisurely dining;

◊     soaking up magnificent landscapes without a care in the world; and

◊     a great opportunity to socialize.

A delightful departure from the typical European vacation, rail trips through Europe create treasured memories that last a lifetime.

A Railpass for Everyone
Whether you are on your first visit to Europe, or thinking about a repeat trip, we can recommend a railpass that's just right for you. Once you've determined the key factors in planning your trip -- the amount of time you have to spend and the places you want to visit within that time, we'll be able to recommend the Rail Europe railpass that best suits your needs. We will help you experience Europe on your terms.