Eurail turns 65! Celebrate with 25% Off Global Passes

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This month, we’re celebrating a major milestone in European train travel—65 years of the Eurail Pass! That’s over six decades of unforgettable solo journeys, romantic couple getaways, adventurous group trips and countless personalised travel combinations, all made possible by the flexibility of the Eurail Pass. 

What began in 1959 as a groundbreaking pass covering 13 countries has now grown to include 33, making it easier than ever to explore Europe with one convenient pass. With savings of up to 25% off, there’s no better time to lock in your next European adventure. 

What is the Eurail Global Pass?

The Eurail Global Pass is a unique train pass that lets you travel seamlessly across 33 countries in Europe. It covers most trains, including local, regional, night and high-speed services. Keep in mind that certain trains, like scenic routes and night trains, may require a seat reservation.

Continuous vs Flexible Passes

You can choose between a Continuous or a Flexible Pass. A Continuous Pass lets you travel every day within your selected pass period (15 days, 22 days, 1 month, 2 months or 3 months). With a Flexible Pass, you pick a specific number of travel days within a set period (like a month), allowing you to spread out your journeys and travel when it suits you best.

How do travel days work?

When you choose a pass, you’ll decide on the number of travel days you want, such as 4, 7, 15 or more, depending on your travel plans. A travel day allows you to take as many trains as you like within a 24-hour period. You only need to use a travel day on the days you actually travel by train.

25 ways the Eurail Global Pass makes European rail travel unforgettable

1. You can travel to 33 European countries with just one pass.
2. There are over 33,000 destinations that can be reached using the Eurail Global Pass.
3. If you plan to visit multiple cities and countries, the pass is often much more affordable than buying individual tickets.
4. With a pass, you can avoid the price surges that happen when booking last-minute.
5. Cross-border travel is simpler with the pass, making it easier than using separate tickets for each leg of your journey.
6. Build the perfect pass by choosing the type that suits you best, whether you want consecutive travel days or a specific number of travel days. It’s your pass, so be sure to make it best serve you and your plans!
7. The pass can be used on major routes between big cities like Rome to Milan or Paris to Berlin, as well as on trains that reach smaller towns and hidden gems.
8. On any travel day, you can take as many trains as you want.
9. Most trains covered by the pass don’t require reservations, so passholders can hop on and off freely.
10. The Eurail Pass covers both national and international trains.
11. The pass is digital, allowing you to manage all your travels conveniently from your phone.
12. Children under 11 travel for free when accompanied by an adult with a pass.
13. There are discounts available for both youth and senior travelers.
14. You can choose between a 1st-class or 2nd-class pass—1st class for added comfort, and 2nd class for some savings.
15. The pass offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to easily change your schedule or route if you decide to stay longer or adjust your plans.
16. Many popular scenic trains in Europe, like the Bernina Express and the Glacier Express, are included with the pass. Note that some scenic trains may require a seat reservation.
17. The pass also provides discounts on ferries, buses and more.
18. Discounts are also available for museums, hotels, hostels, public transportation, tours and more.
19. Travelling with the pass by train gives you complete flexibility with your luggage—there are no hidden extra fees.
20. The pass covers low, medium and high-speed trains, like France’s TGVs and Italy’s Frecciarossa trains. Note that high-speed trains may require a seat reservation.
21. Most night trains are also included with the Eurail Pass, but keep in mind that these trains typically require a reservation.
22. If you use a night train, you won’t need to use a second travel day for the arrival day. For example, if your train departs at 11 pm on a Friday and arrives at 8 am on Saturday, you’ll only use the travel day for Friday. To make the most of that travel day, consider using the remaining hours on Friday for additional train travel.
23. If you want to avoid trains that require reservations, you can do so in most cases when planning your itinerary using the Rail Planner App.
24. The pass encourages a spirit of adventurous, carefree travel. With the all-inclusive pass, you can focus on what you want to do when you arrive, not how to get there.
25. After purchasing, passholders have 11 months to activate the pass, so you don’t need to have a European trip planned right away—this discount can be the perfect reason to start planning one!

Lock in your Eurail Pass and save

Join the 65th-anniversary celebration and save 25% on all 1st and 2nd class Eurail Global Passes when you book by October 22. You’ll have 11 months from the date of purchase to activate and use your pass. No rush! Whether you're planning a detailed itinerary starting from the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam to the Grand Place in Brussels, continuing to the Louvre in Paris, Zurich’s Old Town, Milan’s Duomo di Milano and ending at Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna—or you prefer to let your journey effortlessly unfold as you go—a Eurail Global Pass is your ticket to unparalleled travel across Europe. Get yours today!

Terms and conditions: During the sales period from 15 to 22 October 2024, all Eurail Global Passes are available at a 25% discount. This offer applies to both 1st and 2nd class passes but excludes the 4 days/1 month and 5 days/1 month options. Passes must be activated within 11 months from the purchase date, following the same rules as regular passes. Refund conditions are in line with standard non-promotional pass policies.

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