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Porto waterfront with boats on the Douro RiverAlbufeira to LisbonAlbufeira to Lisbon by train is direct from Albufeira-Ferreiras, with CP Alfa Pendular and Intercidades services taking about 2h33-3h19. Lisbon to Madrid by trainAlicante to MadridDirect high-speed trains connect Alicante to Madrid in around 2h 23m, with adult fares from €9. Compare operators, times and tickets. Trains to BerlinAmsterdam to BerlinDirect ICE trains connect Amsterdam Centraal and Berlin Hauptbahnhof in around 5 hours 42 minutes, with six departures daily. Advance tickets start from €37.99 in second class. Seat reservations are compulsory from 26 June to 31 August 2026. Bratislava Castle at sunsetAmsterdam to BratislavaAmsterdam to Bratislava by train has no direct service. Plan via Vienna by day or Nightjet, then take the short train to Bratislava. Prague to Budapest by trainAmsterdam to BudapestAmsterdam to Budapest by train is possible but not direct. Compare daytime routes via Germany and Vienna with the ÖBB Nightjet to Vienna. Florence Cathedral and city rooftopsAmsterdam to FlorenceAmsterdam to Florence by train has no direct service. Fastest trips take about 14 hours; many practical itineraries take 18 hours or more. Tower Bridge in London at duskAmsterdam to LondonDirect Eurostar in about 4h10 from €57/£52. Around 3 direct trains daily plus more one-change options. Full 2026 booking guide. Bryggen waterfront in Bergen, NorwayAmsterdam to OsloAmsterdam to Oslo by train has no direct service. Plan a two-day rail trip via Hamburg, Copenhagen, Gothenburg and Oslo S. Amsterdam Central Station interior with travelersAmsterdam to ParisAmsterdam to Paris by Eurostar: direct trains in around 3 hours 15 to 3 hours 35 minutes. Around 10 direct departures daily, from Centraal to Gare du Nord. Advance Standard fares from €35. Rome skyline with St. Peter's domeAmsterdam to RomeThere’s no direct Amsterdam to Rome train, but a well-timed connection via Paris takes around 14 to 17 hours with Eurostar, Frecciarossa, and TGV. Barcelona to Girona by trainBarcelona to GironaTravel from Barcelona to Girona by Avant high-speed train in 38 to 57 minutes, or take the Rodalies R11 regional service in around 1 hour 10 minutes. All trains depart from Barcelona Sants; regional trains also run from Passeig de Gràcia and Clot-Aragó. Alpine lakeside village in AustriaBarcelona to InnsbruckBarcelona to Innsbruck by train has no direct service. Travel via Lyon or Paris, Switzerland and Zurich, then take the Railjet to Innsbruck Hbf. Barcelona to Lisbon by trainBarcelona to LisbonNo direct train from Barcelona to Lisbon, and no train between Madrid and Lisbon either. The route combines a high-speed train to Madrid with an Alsa coach. Lisbon to Madrid by trainBarcelona to MadridBarcelona to Madrid trains take about 2.5 to 3.5 hours, with frequent direct high-speed services and advance fares from around 9 euros. Promenade des Anglais and coastline in NiceBarcelona to NiceNo direct trains run from Barcelona to Nice. Plan at least one change, usually Marseille. Journey times from ~7h10 to 13+ hours. Fares from €103. Brussels to Paris by trainBarcelona to ParisTGV inOui trains run directly from Barcelona Sants to Paris Gare de Lyon. The journey takes roughly 6 hours 44 to 50 minutes over 1,073 km. Advance second-class fares start from around €39 when booked early; first class from around €59. Two services run each way on most days. Interrail and Eurail passes are valid, but a mandatory seat reservation costing €35 per person is required. Cesky Krumlov old town beside the Vltava RiverBarcelona to PragueNo direct Barcelona-Prague train. Current rail journeys take about 23-27 hours with at least two changes via Paris and Germany. Hohensalzburg Fortress above SalzburgBarcelona to SalzburgNo direct train runs from Barcelona to Salzburg. With the right connections, the journey takes around 16 hours. It always involves at least two changes. Seville Cathedral and Giralda tower at sunsetBarcelona to SevilleBarcelona to Seville trains take about 6-7 hours, with around 4 direct daily services, four operators, and fares from about €21. Belvedere Palace and gardens in ViennaBarcelona to ViennaNo direct Barcelona-Vienna train. Plan a two-day route via Lyon and Zurich, or compare Munich, with Railjet, Nightjet and pass tips. Madrid to Valencia by trainBenidorm to ValenciaNo direct train from Benidorm to Valencia. Combine the TRAM from Benidorm with a Renfe Avant from Alicante, or take the faster direct ALSA coach. Berlin to Amsterdam by trainBerlin to AmsterdamBerlin to Amsterdam is served by direct trains between Berlin Hbf and Amsterdam-Centraal. Deutsche Bahn operates trains on this route. Barcelona skyline at sunsetBerlin to BarcelonaBerlin to Barcelona by train is possible via Paris. Compare routes, journey times, tickets, station transfers and Interrail reservations. Panoramic city view of BolognaBerlin to BolognaBerlin to Bologna by train takes about 11 to 15 hours with a Munich change. Compare ICE, Railjet/EuroCity and Nightjet options before booking. Cologne skyline and Rhine RiverBerlin to CologneBerlin to Cologne by train: fastest ICE takes 3h43. ~35 daily trains with DB and Flixtrain. Advance fares from €9.98. Dresden by trainBerlin to DresdenBerlin to Dresden trains take from 1h39, with up to 15 direct trains a day. Fares start at EUR 25.99 as of June 2026, per DB. Narrow Italian street with a scooter and colorful housesBerlin to FlorenceNo direct train exists. The fastest daytime journey takes around 13 hours with two transfers. Advance fares start from approximately 60 euros. Narrow Italian street with a scooter and colorful housesBerlin to MilanBerlin to Milan by train takes between 11 and 14 hours with at least one change, usually via Switzerland or Austria. The fastest connections run just under 11.5 hours. Frankfurt to Munich by trainBerlin to MunichBerlin to Munich ICE trains run direct in about 4 to 4.5 hours, with the fastest Sprinter services just under 4 hours. Brussels to Paris by trainBerlin to ParisHow to travel from Berlin to Paris by train. The daily direct ICE takes around 8 hours from Berlin Hbf to Paris Gare de l’Est. For an overnight option, the European Sleeper night train runs three times a week. Covers tickets, Interrail reservations, and which Paris station to aim for. Vienna to Prague by trainBerlin to PragueBerlin to Prague is served by direct trains between Berlin Hbf and Praha hlavní nádraží. Deutsche Bahn and České dráhy operate trains on this route. Narrow Italian street with a scooter and colorful housesBerlin to RomeNo direct Berlin-Rome train; compare the daytime route via Munich and Bologna or the Munich-Rome Nightjet, with booking and pass tips. Narrow Italian street with a scooter and colorful housesBerlin to VeniceBerlin to Venice by train is usually a full-day route via Munich and the Brenner Pass, with Venezia Santa Lucia as the best arrival station. Warsaw skyline at nightBerlin to WarsawBerlin to Warsaw by direct EuroCity in ~5 hours. Several daily trains from Berlin Hbf to Warszawa Centralna. Advance fares from €30. Trains to BarcelonaBilbao to BarcelonaBilbao to Barcelona by Renfe Alvia in 6 to 7 hours. Tickets from €35 to €85 one-way, book 45 to 60 days ahead for up to 65% off. Departs Bilbao Abando. Bilbao to San Sebastian by trainBilbao to San SebastianBilbao to San Sebastián by train in ~3h15m with Euskotren and Renfe. Tickets from €13.80 when booked in advance. Bologna to Turin by trainBologna to TurinBologna to Turin by train takes around 2 hours on the fastest direct services. Trenitalia Frecciarossa and Italo both operate this route, with advance tickets from around €18. Brussels to Paris by trainBordeaux to ParisBordeaux to Paris by TGV INOUI in as little as 2h08m. OUIGO from €16. Around 29 direct trains daily. All tickets require a mandatory seat reservation. Porto waterfront with boats on the Douro RiverBraga to LisbonTravel Braga to Lisbon by direct CP Alfa Pendular in about 3h23 to Oriente. CP’s 2026 tourist-class fare is EUR 38.50. Berlin to Amsterdam by trainBristol to AmsterdamTravelling from Bristol to Amsterdam by train takes around seven to eight hours across two trains and a cross-London transfer. You take GWR to London Paddington, transfer to St Pancras International (allow at least 60 minutes), and board Eurostar direct to Amsterdam Centraal in approximately 4 hours 19 minutes. A passport is required for Eurostar. Berlin to Amsterdam by trainBrussels to AmsterdamTwo direct trains link Brussels Midi/Zuid to Amsterdam Centraal: Eurostar (around 1h52) and Eurocity Direct (around 2h08). Tickets from €25. Brussels to Antwerp by trainBrussels to AntwerpBrussels to Antwerp by train in as little as 33 minutes. Services run every 15 to 30 minutes. One-way tickets from €6 to €12. Market square and historic buildings in BrugesBrussels to BrugesBrussels to Bruges takes 53 to 60 minutes by direct train. Services run every 15 to 30 minutes throughout the day, no reservation needed, any SNCB service works. Trains to FrankfurtBrussels to FrankfurtBrussels to Frankfurt by ICE: fastest 2h08, most direct trains 2h10 to 2h45. Up to 16 daily trains. Advance fares from €29.99. Lyon riverfront with church and hillsideBrussels to LyonDirect TGV INOUI trains run from Brussels-Midi to Lyon Part-Dieu in around 3 hours 54 minutes to 4 hours, with approximately five to six direct departures each day. Advance second-class fares typically start around €70 to €80. Interrail and Eurail passes are valid but require a mandatory paid seat reservation. Brussels to Paris by trainBrussels to ParisBrussels to Paris by direct Eurostar in 1 hour 22 minutes. Up to 22 daily departures on the 264 km route. Advance Standard class fares from around €29. Brandenburg Gate in Berlin at nightBudapest to BerlinBudapest to Berlin by train has direct daytime and overnight options. Compare Nyugati vs Keleti departures, fares from EUR 36, and reservations. Bratislava Castle at sunsetBudapest to BratislavaBudapest to Bratislava in as little as 2h25m. Around 13 direct trains per day. Advance tickets from ~€12 (4,000 to 6,000 HUF). Tower Bridge in London at duskBudapest to LondonBudapest to London by train is possible but not direct. Plan connections to Paris or Brussels, then Eurostar to London St Pancras. Bryggen waterfront in Bergen, NorwayBudapest to OsloBudapest to Oslo by train is a two- or three-day route via Berlin, Hamburg, Copenhagen and Sweden, with no direct train. Old Town Square and Church of Our Lady before Tyn in PragueBudapest to PragueBudapest to Prague direct trains take about 6h53m, with EuroCity/railjet day trains and a EuroNight Metropol sleeper option. Narrow Italian street with a scooter and colorful housesBudapest to RomeBudapest to Rome by train is possible but not direct. Plan via Vienna and the ÖBB Nightjet, or travel by day through Austria and northern Italy. Stockholm waterfront skyline at sunsetBudapest to StockholmBudapest to Stockholm by train runs via Hamburg, then onward by direct day train, night train or Copenhagen-Malmö backup. Munich to Vienna by trainBudapest to ViennaBudapest to Vienna takes under 3 hours by Railjet or EuroCity. 16 daily departures; advance tickets from €11.90. Free Wi-Fi onboard. St. Mark's Church in ZagrebBudapest to ZagrebBudapest to Zagreb: direct IC trains take 5.5 to 6.5h, advance tickets from ~€15. Up to 2 direct daily departures from Budapest Keleti. Trains to PalermoCatania to PalermoThe Catania to Palermo train takes around 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours with Trenitalia. Regional fares from around €13; Intercity from around €18. Around 9 daily services. The bus is often faster, so compare both before you book. Porto waterfront with boats on the Douro RiverCoimbra to LisbonCoimbra to Lisbon by train is a direct CP route from Coimbra-B. Intercidades fares start at EUR 22.20 standard, with Promo seats sometimes lower. Brandenburg Gate in Berlin at nightCopenhagen to BerlinCopenhagen to Berlin by train now has selected direct services in about seven hours, with Hamburg still useful as a fallback connection. Panoramic city view of BolognaCopenhagen to BolognaCopenhagen to Bologna by train has no direct service. Go via Hamburg and Munich, or use the Hamburg-Innsbruck Nightjet before the Brenner route. Bratislava Castle at sunsetCopenhagen to BratislavaNo direct Copenhagen-Bratislava train. Fastest planner trips start around 18h03; route via Prague or Vienna. Prague to Budapest by trainCopenhagen to BudapestCopenhagen to Budapest by train takes 18 to 22 hours with at least two changes, usually at Hamburg and Vienna. An ÖBB Nightjet overnight service covers the longest leg. Trains to DortmundCopenhagen to DortmundNo direct train runs between Copenhagen and Dortmund. Change at Hamburg Hbf for the ICE to Dortmund. The journey takes around 8h30m to 9h30m. Advance fares start from around EUR 37 through Deutsche Bahn. Copenhagen to Gothenburg by trainCopenhagen to GothenburgDirect Öresundståg trains from Copenhagen to Gothenburg run roughly every hour, around 3h 35m. Via Malmö on SJ: around 3h 20m. Tickets, timetable and booking. Bryggen waterfront in Bergen, NorwayCopenhagen to OsloNo direct train exists. Change at Gothenburg for a 7.5-9 hour journey. Operated by Oresundstag and SJ. Book early for the lowest fares. Rome skyline with St. Peter's domeCopenhagen to RomeCopenhagen to Rome by train is possible but not direct. Plan via Germany, with the Munich-Rome Nightjet or a daytime route through Italy. Copenhagen to Stockholm by trainCopenhagen to StockholmCopenhagen to Stockholm trains cover about 520 km. Fastest trips take a little over 5 hours, with direct and Malmö-change options. Belvedere Palace and gardens in ViennaCopenhagen to ViennaNo direct train from Copenhagen to Vienna. Hamburg-Munich-Vienna (14-16h), Prague via ČD ComfortJet (16-19h), or ÖBB Nightjet sleeper from Hamburg. Lisbon to Madrid by trainCordoba to MadridHigh-speed trains from Cordoba to Madrid in 1h 54m. Around 40 direct services daily, fares from EUR 7. Renfe AVE, AVLO, iryo and OUIGO serve the route. Dover to Calais by trainDover to CalaisNo direct train from Dover to Calais. Options include the train-and-ferry combo, Eurotunnel Le Shuttle, or Eurostar via London St Pancras. Edinburgh to London by trainDublin to LondonNo direct Dublin-London train: take the ferry to Holyhead, then train to London Euston. Rail & Sail fares start from €58. Trains to SplitDubrovnik to SplitNo train connects Dubrovnik to Split, Dubrovnik has no railway station. Guide to the best alternatives: buses and ferries between Croatia’s coastal cities. Edinburgh to London by trainEdinburgh to LondonEdinburgh to London by train in 4h20m via LNER. Lumo from £20, LNER from £35, first class from £85. Overnight Caledonian Sleeper also runs this route. Milan Cathedral in Piazza del DuomoFlorence to MilanTravel Florence to Milan by train in as little as 1 hour 40 minutes. Direct high-speed services run throughout the day between the two city-centre stations. Narrow Italian street with a scooter and colorful housesFlorence to PisaFlorence to Pisa trains take about 50 to 60 minutes on most direct regional services, with fares from around €8. Rome skyline with St. Peter's domeFlorence to RomeFlorence to Rome high-speed trains take 1h 20m-1h 30m, with advance fares from €14.90 and frequent direct Trenitalia and Italo service. Florence to Venice by trainFlorence to VeniceFlorence to Venice by train takes around 2 hours on high-speed services from Trenitalia or Italo. Regional trains take up to 6 hours. Advance fares from around €19. Frankfurt to Munich by trainFrankfurt to MunichFrankfurt to Munich by ICE in around 3 hours 15 minutes over 304 km, with frequent daily direct departures. DB advance fares from ~€13; FlixTrain from ~€10 for the budget option. Paris skyline seen from a rooftop gargoyle at sunsetFrankfurt to ParisFrankfurt to Paris: direct DB ICE trains in ~3h45m to 4h. Advance fares from €39 to 50 in 2nd class. No changes needed. Ljubljana riverside and pink churchGeneva to LjubljanaGeneva to Ljubljana has no direct train. All routes need 2 to 3 changes via Zürich and Innsbruck, taking 11.5 to 14 hours. Fares from €72. Zurich to Zermatt by trainGeneva to ZermattNo direct Geneva to Zermatt train. Change at Visp for the MGB. Journey takes 3 to 3.5 hours. Swiss Travel Pass covers both legs; Interrail does not cover MGB. Trains to BarcelonaGirona to BarcelonaRenfe AVE and AVANT trains cover Girona to Barcelona in 37 to 39 minutes. Advance fares from around €7. Regional trains take 1h10 to 1h30. Edinburgh to London by trainGlasgow to LondonDirect Avanti West Coast trains connect Glasgow Central and London Euston in around 4 hours 30 minutes. LNER runs to King’s Cross via Edinburgh Waverley. Advance fares start from around £25. The Caledonian Sleeper runs overnight. Barcelona skyline at sunsetHamburg to BarcelonaNo direct train links Hamburg and Barcelona. Plan Deutsche Bahn to Paris, then TGV INOUI to Barcelona Sants; fastest checked trips are around 16 hours. Narrow Italian street with a scooter and colorful housesHamburg to RomeNo direct Hamburg to Rome train exists. Nightjet NJ 295 from Munich reaches Rome overnight. Daytime alternatives via Munich connect to Frecciarossa. Historic buildings in ValenciaHamburg to ValenciaNo direct train links Hamburg and Valencia. The journey requires at least 4 changes through Köln, Brussels, and southern France before reaching Spain. Belvedere Palace and gardens in ViennaInnsbruck to ViennaDirect Innsbruck to Vienna trains run roughly hourly by ÖBB RJX to Wien Hbf, with WESTbahn as an alternative to Vienna Westbahnhof. Zurich to Zermatt by trainInterlaken to ZurichInterlaken to Zurich in 1h55m with one change at Bern. Trains run hourly. Standard 2nd-class fare: CHF 76 one way. Porto waterfront with boats on the Douro RiverLagos to LisbonNo direct train runs from Lagos to Lisbon. Change at Tunes for Alfa Pendular or Intercidades. Five daily connections, fastest 3h55. Laval to Bordeaux by trainLaval to BordeauxThere is no direct train from Laval to Bordeaux. All journeys require at least one change, usually at Paris Montparnasse, with SNCF TGV INOUI and Intercités services. Fastest connections take around 4 hours. Porto waterfront with boats on the Douro RiverLisbon to AlbufeiraLisbon to Albufeira by train is direct on CP Alfa Pendular and Intercidades, arriving at Albufeira-Ferreiras. Porto waterfront with boats on the Douro RiverLisbon to BragaLisbon to Braga by train is a direct CP route. Alfa Pendular takes as little as 3h20 from Oriente, with 2026 fares from EUR 29.70. Porto waterfront with boats on the Douro RiverLisbon to FaroDirect Lisbon to Faro trains take around 3 hours with CP, from about €29. Multiple departures use Lisboa Oriente and Entrecampos. Lagos waterfront and marina in PortugalLisbon to LagosLisbon to Lagos requires a change at Tunes. Total journey 3h40m to 4h, ~14 daily departures. Advance fares from €11 to 15 via CP. Lisbon to Madrid by trainLisbon to MadridNo direct train connects Lisbon and Madrid. The route requires three trains and two separate bookings via Badajoz and Entroncamento, operated by Renfe and CP. Total journey time is around 10 to 11.5 hours. Lisbon to Porto by trainLisbon to PortoDirect CP trains link Lisbon and Porto in about 2h40-3h15. Compare Alfa Pendular and Intercidades fares in EUR and check your station before booking. Seville Cathedral and Giralda tower at sunsetLisbon to SevilleNo direct train exists from Lisbon to Seville. The rail journey takes 10 to 13 hours via two trains: CP to Badajoz, then Renfe to Seville. Porto waterfront with boats on the Douro RiverLisbon to SintraDirect CP urban trains run from Lisboa Rossio to Sintra in about 40 minutes. Use Navegante or Zapping and validate before boarding. Trains to ZagrebLjubljana to ZagrebLjubljana to Zagreb: 2 to 4 direct trains daily taking 2h9m to 2h40m. Advance tickets from €9 to 20 one way. No seat reservation required. Alicante harbor and coastline from aboveLondon to AlicanteTravel London to Alicante by train via Paris and Barcelona: Eurostar, TGV INOUI and Renfe, with one overnight stop usually easiest. AmsterdamLondon to AmsterdamLondon to Amsterdam by direct Eurostar takes around 4 hours, runs several times daily and arrives in the city centre. No airport, no check-in queues. London to Barcelona by trainLondon to BarcelonaThere is no direct train from London to Barcelona. The journey takes two legs: Eurostar from London to Paris, then TGV from Paris to Barcelona Sants. Total around 9 to 10 hours with a Paris station change. London to Berlin by trainLondon to BerlinLondon to Berlin by train takes around 9 to 11 hours with two changes: Eurostar to Brussels Midi, then ICE3neo to Cologne and ICE to Berlin Hauptbahnhof. No direct train exists. Panoramic city view of BolognaLondon to BolognaLondon to Bologna by train takes 11 to 13 hours, with two changes. Eurostar to Paris, then TGV INOUI or Frecciarossa International to Milan or Turin. Paris to Brussels by trainLondon to BrusselsLondon to Brussels by Eurostar in under 2 hours. Tickets from £39 with free Wi-Fi and generous luggage allowance. Brussels is 1 hour ahead of London. Prague to Budapest by trainLondon to BudapestTwo overnight routes connect London and Budapest by train via Paris or Brussels. No direct service exists. Journey time 18 to 24 hours. Nyhavn harbor in CopenhagenLondon to CopenhagenLondon to Copenhagen by train: Eurostar to Brussels, then Germany to Hamburg, then Hamburg to Copenhagen (around 4h40). No direct train. Around three changes. Historic street in Edinburgh Old TownLondon to EdinburghLondon to Edinburgh: fastest trains in ~4h via East Coast Main Line. ~69 daily departures. Advance fares from £25 to 45 one way. Narrow Italian street with a scooter and colorful housesLondon to FlorenceLondon to Florence by train usually means Eurostar to Paris, a Paris-Milan train, then Frecciarossa or Italo to Firenze S.M.N. London to Geneva by trainLondon to GenevaLondon to Geneva by train requires one change in Paris. Eurostar to Paris Gare du Nord (around 2h20m), then TGV Lyria to Geneva Cornavin (around 3h05m). Fastest connections take approximately 6 hours 30 minutes total. Alpine lakeside village in AustriaLondon to LinzNo direct London-Linz train. Eurostar to Brussels, then Germany and Austria to Linz Hbf. Fast examples 11-12 hours; most itineraries 14-16 hours. Bryggen waterfront in Bergen, NorwayLondon to OsloLondon to Oslo by train is a two-day all-rail route via Amsterdam, Hamburg, Copenhagen and Gothenburg, with no direct train. London to Paris by trainLondon to ParisLondon to Paris by Eurostar in 2h16m. Up to 16 daily departures from 05:40. Trains reach 300 km/h with 90% arriving on time or within 15 minutes. Naples to Rome by trainLondon to RomeNo direct trains run from London to Rome. The journey takes around 14 hours via Paris, with two changes: Eurostar to Paris, then a high-speed train to Milan or Turin, then an Italian high-speed train to Rome. Fares from around £39 for Eurostar, from €29 for the Paris to Milan leg. Narrow street with Spanish flag-colored stepsLondon to SevilleNo direct London-Seville train. Travel via Paris and Barcelona with Eurostar, TGV INOUI and Renfe. Plan two days; Eurostar passholder reservation from £35. Historic buildings in ValenciaLondon to ValenciaLondon to Valencia by train is possible via Paris and Barcelona, with Eurostar, TGV INOUI Spain and Renfe. Florence to Venice by trainLondon to VeniceLondon to Venice by train takes roughly two days and at least two changes. There are no direct trains. Choose between the daytime route with an overnight stop in Turin or Milan, the ÖBB Nightjet sleeper via Stuttgart, or the European Sleeper from Brussels (from September 2026). Belvedere Palace and gardens in ViennaLondon to ViennaNo direct train from London to Vienna. Use Eurostar to Brussels, then ICE or the ÖBB Nightjet sleeper (Mon/Wed/Fri). Daytime: around 12.5 to 13.5 hours. Brussels to Paris by trainLuxembourg to ParisLuxembourg to Paris by train usually takes around 3 hours 20 minutes, with the fastest connection around 2 hours 53 minutes via a change of train at Metz. Choose from TGV INOUI, budget OUIGO or regional TER services. Lyon to Toulouse by trainLyon to ToulouseLyon to Toulouse by direct TGV INOUI in around 4 hours 10 minutes. Advance fares from around €48. Around 3 direct services daily, operated by SNCF. Alicante harbor and coastline from aboveMadrid to AlicanteDirect high-speed trains from Madrid to Alicante in as little as 2 hours 20 minutes. Roughly 14 to 16 daily departures, two operators, fares from €9. Athens city skyline at sunsetMadrid to AthensMadrid to Athens has no direct train. Fastest route via Barcelona, Milan, and Ancona ferry takes 39 to 40+ hours over 2 to 3 days. From €220. Trains to BarcelonaMadrid to BarcelonaHigh-speed trains connect Madrid and Barcelona in 2h30 (Renfe AVE) or 3h (Ouigo, Iryo). Fares from €9. Eurail pass holders need a mandatory seat reservation. Cordoba Roman Bridge and Mezquita-Catedral at duskMadrid to CordobaMadrid to Cordoba trains run direct from Atocha to Cordoba Julio Anguita in about 1h43-2h, with Renfe, OUIGO and iryo options. Narrow street with Spanish flag-colored stepsMadrid to GranadaFast Madrid-Granada trains take about 3h14m. Compare Renfe AVE, AVLO, Iryo and OUIGO options, and book early for lower EUR fares. Porto waterfront with boats on the Douro RiverMadrid to LisbonPlan your Madrid to Lisbon by train journey. Learn about routing, typical journey times, tickets, stations, and booking tips. Madrid to Malaga by trainMadrid to MalagaMadrid to Málaga by AVE in as little as 2h 30min over 417 km. High-speed trains reach 310 km/h, with Avlo tickets from €7 and AVE advance fares from around €30. Seville Cathedral and Giralda tower at sunsetMadrid to SevilleMadrid to Seville trains take about 2.5 to 3 hours, with frequent direct services and advance fares often from around €20. Madrid to Toledo by trainMadrid to ToledoMadrid to Toledo by train takes around 33 to 34 minutes on Renfe Avant. Tickets typically start from around €13 one way. Madrid to Valencia by trainMadrid to ValenciaMadrid to Valencia trains take about two hours. Compare Renfe/Avlo, OUIGO and iryo by station, fare and luggage rules. Malaga to Granada by trainMalaga to GranadaDirect Renfe Avant trains link Málaga and Granada in about 1h23-25m, with three direct departures each way on checked June 2026 schedules. Málaga to Ronda by trainMalaga to RondaNo direct Málaga to Ronda train, change at Antequera-Santa Ana or Bobadilla. Journey takes 1h50m to 3h with 1 to 4 daily services from €13.80. Trains to SevilleMalaga to SevilleDirect trains run between Málaga María Zambrano and Sevilla-Santa Justa in around 2 hours. Renfe operates the route with AVE and Avant services covering the 156 km corridor. AmsterdamMalmo to AmsterdamMalmö to Amsterdam by train is not direct. Plan the route via Copenhagen and Hamburg, change at Osnabrück for Amsterdam, and check pass reservations. Brandenburg Gate in Berlin at nightMalmo to BerlinMalmö to Berlin by train works via Copenhagen and Hamburg by day, or by Snälltåget’s direct sleeper on selected 2026 dates. Historic cobblestone street in GermanyMalmo to CologneMalmö to Cologne by train is not direct. Travel via Copenhagen and Hamburg, or use Snälltåget to Hamburg when it runs. Historic cobblestone street in GermanyMalmo to MunichMalmö to Munich by train takes around 12 to 15 hours via Copenhagen H and Hamburg Hbf. Snälltåget runs a seasonal night train to München Ost on summer Fridays. Belvedere Palace and gardens in ViennaMalmo to ViennaNo regular direct Malmö-Vienna train; the clearest route is Malmö-Copenhagen-Prague-Vienna, with many examples around 17-20 hours. Milan to Lake Como by trainMilan to ComoMilan to Lake Como by train in as little as 37 minutes. Up to 69 daily services from €5.20, operated by Trenitalia and Trenord. Runs until 11:33 PM. Trains to FlorenceMilan to FlorenceDirect high-speed trains between Milan and Florence take around 1 hour 40 minutes, with services from both Trenitalia and Italo. Around 60 departures daily. Advance fares from around €17.90. Eiffel Tower and Paris rooftops at sunsetMilan to ParisA direct train from Milan to Paris covers 640 km in around 6h50m. One of Europe’s most scenic high-speed routes in 2026. Rome skyline with St. Peter's domeMilan to RomeMilan to Rome is served by direct trains between Milano Centrale and Roma Termini. Trenitalia operates trains on this route. Milan to Venice by trainMilan to VeniceHigh-speed trains from Milan to Venice take around 2 hours 25 minutes, with no changes required. Frecciarossa advance fares start from €29 and Italo from €19, with around 35 direct services daily from Milano Centrale. Montpellier to Lyon by trainMontpellier to LyonDirect TGV INOUI trains from Montpellier to Lyon take as little as 1 hour 40 minutes. Ouigo offers cheaper fares. Departs from Montpellier Saint-Roch or Sud de France, arriving at Lyon Part-Dieu. Brandenburg Gate in Berlin at nightMunich to BerlinMunich to Berlin by train takes about 4 hours on the fastest direct ICE services, with DB fares in euros and frequent daytime departures. Historic cobblestone street in GermanyMunich to FrankfurtDirect ICE trains run from Munich to Frankfurt (Main) in as little as 3 hours 8 minutes. Around 51 direct services run daily, with fares from EUR 17.99. Brussels to Paris by trainMunich to ParisOne direct TGV INOUI runs daily from Munich Hbf to Paris Gare de l’Est in around 5 hours 40 minutes. ICE connections add more options, from around €40. Old Town Square and Church of Our Lady before Tyn in PragueMunich to PragueDirect Munich-Prague trains take about 5.5-5.75 hours from Munich Hbf to Praha hl.n.; check exact fares and reservations before booking. Rome skyline with St. Peter's domeMunich to RomeMunich to Rome takes 9 to 10h with one change, usually at Verona or Bologna. No direct high-speed train. Advance fares from €34.90. Vienna to Salzburg by trainMunich to SalzburgDirect trains run roughly every 30 minutes from Munich to Salzburg. Railjets take around 1 hour 28 minutes. Sparpreis fares start from around €17.99. The RE5 regional train accepts the Bayern-Ticket from €34. Munich to Vienna by trainMunich to ViennaDirect trains run between Munich and Vienna throughout the day. The fastest service takes around 4 hours with ÖBB Railjet. ÖBB Sparschiene advance fares start from around €19.99. Matterhorn reflected in an alpine lake near ZermattMunich to ZurichMunich to Zurich: direct EuroCity trains in ~3h32m. Advance tickets from €30 to 35. Around 8 to 10 direct departures daily. Naples to Bologna by trainNaples to BolognaDirect high-speed trains from Naples to Bologna in around 3 hours 11 minutes. Frecciarossa and Italo both run this route, with advance fares from around €19. Seat reservations are included in standard tickets. Interrail and Eurail passes are valid on Trenitalia only, not on Italo. Naples to Rome by trainNaples to RomeFrecciarossa and Italo run Naples to Rome in around 1 hour, with advance tickets from €14.90. Regional trains take 2 to 3 hours from €9. Nice to Monaco by trainNice to MonacoDirect TER trains from Nice to Monaco take 22 to 25 minutes, with fares around €4 to €7. No reservation needed. Trains run roughly every 15 to 30 minutes from Nice-Ville throughout the day. Old Town Square and Church of Our Lady before Tyn in PragueOlomouc to PragueDirect trains from Olomouc to Prague take about 2h15-2h40. Compare ČD, RegioJet and Leo Express for fares, times and reservations. Green Flam Railway train in a snowy mountain landscapeOslo to FlamOslo to Flåm: change at Myrdal from Bergen Line to Flåmsbana. Total 5.5 to 6.5h. Advance tickets from ~900 NOK. 3 to 4 daily in summer. Copenhagen to Stockholm by trainOslo to StockholmOslo to Stockholm in approximately 5 hours 24 minutes on SJ3000 trains, or just under 6 hours on Intercity. Advance fares start from around NOK 249 on some departures, with discounts available for students, seniors, and children. Berlin to Amsterdam by trainParis to AmsterdamParis to Amsterdam is served by direct trains between Paris Gare du Nord and Amsterdam-Centraal with the fastest direct journey about 3 hours 20 minutes. Eurostar and SNCF Voyageurs operate trains on this route. Barcelona skyline at sunsetParis to BarcelonaParis to Barcelona: 1 direct TGV most days takes 6h45m to 7h. Advance fares from €39 to 49 in 2nd class. Swiss alpine valley with mountains and forestParis to BaselSix direct TGV Lyria trains run Paris Gare de Lyon to Basel SBB daily in around 3h 04m, with advance fares from €40. Panoramic city view of BolognaParis to BolognaParis to Bologna by train takes 8 to 9 hours with one change in Turin or Milan. Compare TGV INOUI and Frecciarossa options, fares from EUR 50, and pass rules. Paris to Bordeaux by trainParis to BordeauxParis to Bordeaux by TGV INOUI in as little as 2h 08m. OUIGO from €16. Around 29 direct trains daily. All tickets require a mandatory seat reservation. Puente Pont Alexandre III en París al atardecerParis to BrestParis to Brest by train is a direct route from Paris Montparnasse to Brest. Fastest trains take 3h31, with TGV INOUI and OUIGO options. Paris to Brussels by trainParis to BrusselsParis to Brussels is served by direct trains between Paris Gare du Nord and Bruxelles-Midi with the fastest direct journey about 1 hour 22 minutes. Eurostar and SNCF Voyageurs operate trains on this route. Nyhavn harbor in CopenhagenParis to CopenhagenParis to Copenhagen by train has no direct service. Travel via Germany and Hamburg, then continue to Copenhagen Central with DB and DSB. Tuscan countryside with villa and cypress treesParis to FlorenceParis to Florence has no direct train, change in Milan or Turin. Journey takes 9h20m to 12h30m. Advance fares from €80 to €110 in 2nd class. Paris to Geneva by trainParis to GenevaTGV Lyria runs Paris to Geneva in 3 hours 11 minutes, with up to 8 direct services a day. Standard class advance fares start from around €29; the average fare on the day of travel is around €132. Puente Pont Alexandre III en París al atardecerParis to La RochelleDirect trains from Paris to La Rochelle in 2h 41min. Up to 15 daily departures from Paris Gare Montparnasse. Advance tickets from 35 EUR. Montpellier to Lyon by trainParis to LyonDirect TGV INOUI and OUIGO trains link Paris and Lyon in about 2 hours, with around 25 to 30 departures a day. Advance fares from the €20s; book early. Lisbon to Madrid by trainParis to MadridNo direct train runs from Paris to Madrid. Travel via Barcelona-Sants in around 10 hours. Tickets, passes, operators and booking tips explained. Red cabins and mountains in northern SwedenParis to MalmoTravel Paris to Malmö by train via Germany, Hamburg and Copenhagen. Compare day and overnight options, fares and pass reservations. Paris to Marseille by trainParis to MarseilleTGV INOUI covers the 742 km in as little as 3 hours 4 minutes. OUIGO runs from €16 and departs from Paris Gare de Lyon on most services. Up to 24 SNCF trains daily, plus Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa. Overnight couchette from around €29. Puente Pont Alexandre III en París al atardecerParis to MontpellierDirect TGV from Paris to Montpellier in as little as 3h 13m. Up to 23 daily departures on TGV INOUI and OUIGO. Advance tickets from €35 on OUIGO. Historic cobblestone street in GermanyParis to MunichThere is one direct train from Paris to Munich each day: a TGV inOui departing Paris Gare de l’Est at 15:55 and arriving München Hbf at 21:46, a journey of 5 hours 51 minutes. Connecting ICE services via Stuttgart, Mannheim, or Karlsruhe add more departure windows, with journey times of approximately 6 hours 9 minutes to 6 hours 34 minutes. The overnight Nightjet on this route was withdrawn from the December 2025 timetable change. Puente Pont Alexandre III en París al atardecerParis to NantesParis to Nantes by train takes about 2 hours on the fastest direct services, with TGV INOUI, OUIGO and slower Train Classique options. Trains to NiceParis to NiceParis to Nice by TGV in about 5h45m over 578 miles. Tickets start from €45 in second class or €79 in first class when booked early. Bryggen waterfront in Bergen, NorwayParis to OsloParis to Oslo by train is a two-day route via Hamburg, Copenhagen, and Sweden, with a Malmö-Oslo direct train from 15 June 2026. Stockholm waterfront skyline at sunsetParis to StockholmNo direct Paris-Stockholm train: go via Hamburg, then choose a sleeper or Snälltåget day train to Stockholm. Reservations matter for passes. Paris to Strasbourg by trainParis to StrasbourgParis to Strasbourg by direct TGV INOUI in about 1h46m from Gare de l’Est. Up to ~21 trains a day; advance fares from around €15. Narrow Italian street with a scooter and colorful housesParis to VeniceParis to Venice by train is a full-day trip with a Milan change. Use Paris Gare de Lyon, Milano Centrale and Venezia Santa Lucia. Puente Pont Alexandre III en París al atardecerParis to VersaillesThree suburban lines connect Paris to Versailles in 15 to 40 minutes for a flat fare of €2.50. No booking needed. Zurich to Zermatt by trainParis to ZurichParis to Zurich is served by direct trains between Paris Gare de Lyon and Zürich HB with the fastest direct journey about 4 hours. SNCF Voyageurs operates trains on this route. Pisa to Florence by trainPisa to FlorenceThe Pisa to Florence train takes 48 to 80 minutes. Regional fares are fixed at around €9.30, with no seat reservation needed on Trenitalia. Brandenburg Gate in Berlin at nightPrague to BerlinPrague to Berlin is served by direct trains between Praha hlavní nádraží and Berlin Hbf with the fastest direct journey about 4 hours 30 minutes. Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB and České dráhy operate trains on this route. Cesky Krumlov old town beside the Vltava RiverPrague to BrnoPrague to Brno by train is direct and frequent, with faster ČD services around 2h36 and RegioJet fares advertised from 99 CZK. Prague to Budapest by trainPrague to BudapestDirect trains run between Prague and Budapest throughout the day, with the main daytime services taking around 6 to 7 hours. Railjet and comfortjet trains via Bratislava are the fastest option; RegioJet runs via Brno and Vienna. Advance fares start from around EUR 19.90 on RegioJet Standard or around EUR 21 on railjet and EuroCity services. The Metropol overnight sleeper departs around 22:00 and arrives at Budapest Nyugati around 08:30. Tower Bridge in London at duskPrague to LondonNo direct train from Prague to London. European Sleeper runs Tue/Thu/Sun; daytime via Berlin takes at least 12 hours. Book each leg separately. Cesky Krumlov old town beside the Vltava RiverPrague to OstravaDirect Prague-Ostrava trains usually take about 3 to 3.5 hours. Compare Ceske drahy, RegioJet, and Leo Express for live fares and seat rules. Dubrovnik coastline and old town in CroatiaPrague to RijekaNo year-round direct Prague-Rijeka train. In summer 2026, connect to the Adriatic Express in Moravia; direct buses are faster. Dubrovnik coastline and old town in CroatiaPrague to SplitNo direct train links Prague and Split. Year-round: connect via Vienna and Zagreb, 20+ hours. In summer, a sleeper to Vienna makes the longest leg overnight. Munich to Vienna by trainPrague to ViennaPrague to Vienna is served by direct trains between Praha hlavní nádraží and Wien Hbf. ÖBB and České dráhy operate trains on this route. Paris skyline seen from a rooftop gargoyle at sunsetRennes to ParisRennes to Paris by train takes about 1h29 on the fastest direct TGV INOUI and OUIGO services, usually to Paris Montparnasse. Berlin to Amsterdam by trainRome to AmsterdamRome to Amsterdam by train takes at least 14 to 15 hours with 2-3 changes. Compare routes via Switzerland/Germany, overnight via Zurich Nightjet, or via Paris with Eurostar. Athens city skyline at sunsetRome to AthensNo direct train from Rome to Athens, the Adriatic has no bridge or tunnel. Best route: train to an Italian port, then overnight ferry to Greece. Barcelona skyline at sunsetRome to BarcelonaRome to Barcelona by train has no direct service. Fastest public summaries show about 21h33, with changes via Italy and France. Panoramic city view of BolognaRome to BolognaTake Rome to Bologna by direct high-speed train in about two hours. Compare Italo and Trenitalia for fares, stations, and pass rules. Nyhavn harbor in CopenhagenRome to CopenhagenRome to Copenhagen by train is possible but not direct. Plan via the Rome-Munich Nightjet or a daytime route with stopovers. Trains to FlorenceRome to FlorenceHigh-speed trains from Rome to Florence take around 1 hour 25 minutes, with Trenitalia and Italo both operating the route. Advance fares from around €14.90; near-term fares typically from €50 to €55. Regional trains take around 3 hours 40 minutes and cost around €25. Red cabins and mountains in northern SwedenRome to GothenburgRome to Gothenburg by train takes about 26-30 hours with no direct service and at least 4 changes via Germany, Denmark and Sweden. Coastal town and sea viewed from a train windowRome to MadridNo direct train from Rome to Madrid. The overland route (1,360 km) combines high-speed trains across Italy, France and Spain with at least 2 changes. Milan Cathedral in Piazza del DuomoRome to MilanRome to Milan is served by direct trains between Roma Termini and Milano Centrale with the fastest direct journey just over 3 hours. Trenitalia operates trains on this route. Paris skyline seen from a rooftop gargoyle at sunsetRome to ParisNo direct train from Rome to Paris. Every journey changes in Milan. Fastest connection around 11 hours. Advance fares from around €69 combined for 2nd class. Narrow Italian street with a scooter and colorful housesRome to PisaTrenitalia runs direct trains from Rome to Pisa daily. The fastest takes 2h21m on the Frecciargento. Advance tickets start from EUR 9.90. Rome to Pompeii by trainRome to PompeiiRome to Pompeii by train takes around 2 hours: Trenitalia high-speed to Naples (~1h10m), then EAV Circumvesuviana to Pompei Scavi (Villa dei Misteri). Advance fares from around €18. EAV Campania Express runs 8 daily with air-conditioning and reserved seats from March 2026. Trains to SorrentoRome to SorrentoThere is no direct train from Rome to Sorrento. You always change in Naples: high-speed Trenitalia or Italo to Napoli Centrale, then the Circumvesuviana to Sorrento. Total journey around 3 to 3.5 hours, around €25 to €45 for both tickets. Stockholm waterfront skyline at sunsetRome to StockholmNo direct Rome to Stockholm train. Every route requires 3+ changes via Switzerland or Germany and Denmark, with total journey times of 28 to 34 hours. Salzburg to Hallstatt by trainSalzburg to HallstattNo direct train from Salzburg to Hallstatt, all routes require a transfer. The journey passes through scenic alpine landscapes and lakeside villages. Belvedere Palace and gardens in ViennaSalzburg to ViennaDirect trains from Salzburg to Vienna run roughly every 30 minutes via ÖBB and WESTbahn. Fastest journey around 2h25m. Advance fares from around €20. Barcelona skyline at sunsetSan Sebastian to BarcelonaRenfe ALVIA to Barcelona Sants in around six hours. Advance fares from the low €20s. Pass holders must book a seat reservation separately (~€6.50). Barcelona skyline at sunsetSeville to BarcelonaTrain from Seville to Barcelona in 5h30m-6h30m. Renfe AVE and Ouigo run the route daily; second class from EUR 25, Ouigo from EUR 9. Lisbon rooftops and the Tagus RiverSeville to LisbonNo direct train from Seville to Lisbon. The route runs via Huelva and Faro, taking 9 to 11 hours with connections. Fares from €60 to 110. Lisbon to Madrid by trainSeville to MadridSeville to Madrid by high-speed train takes about 2h36 to 2h40 on the quickest services, with Renfe, AVLO, iryo and OUIGO options. Historic buildings in ValenciaSeville to ValenciaSeville to Valencia by Renfe AVE takes about 4h 22m. At least one direct train runs daily, with advance fares from around €40. Barcelona skyline at sunsetStockholm to BarcelonaThere is no direct Stockholm-Barcelona train. Fastest listed journeys take about 32h40m; most travellers split the route via Hamburg and Paris. Bratislava Castle at sunsetStockholm to BratislavaNo direct Stockholm-Bratislava train. Plan via Hamburg, then Vienna or Prague; fastest checked trips start around 23h39. Trains to BrugesStockholm to BrugesStockholm to Bruges by train runs via Hamburg and Brussels, with Snälltåget to Hamburg and direct SNCB/NMBS trains to Bruges. Grand Place historic buildings in BrusselsStockholm to BrusselsNo direct Stockholm-Brussels train. Via Hamburg and Cologne: 17-22 hours. Fares from around €70. Global Pass valid; every leg requires a reservation. Bridge over water in Gothenburg at nightStockholm to GothenburgStockholm to Gothenburg takes 3h15m to 4h by direct train. Services run every 30 to 60 minutes; advance fares from around 195 SEK one way. Speicherstadt canal and brick warehouses in Hamburg at nightStockholm to HamburgTravel Stockholm to Hamburg by direct Snälltåget day train from 4 May to 1 Nov 2026, with sleeper options and rail-pass reservations explained. Lyon riverfront with church and hillsideStockholm to LyonNo direct train from Stockholm to Lyon. The 2026 route goes via Hamburg and Paris. Fastest options take 20 to 24 hours, with at least two changes. Milan Cathedral in Piazza del DuomoStockholm to MilanNo direct train runs from Stockholm to Milan. The main route goes via Hamburg and Switzerland, with most journeys taking 25 to 30 hours and at least two changes. Historic buildings in ValenciaStockholm to ValenciaTrain from Stockholm to Valencia in 38 to 48 hours across five changes. Full route guide, fares in SEK, night train option, and pass advice. Swiss alpine valley with mountains and forestStockholm to VispThere is no direct Stockholm-Visp train. The clearest route is via Hamburg and Basel, with examples from about 22h46m to 29-30 hours. Historic cobblestone street in GermanyStuttgart to FrankfurtDirect ICE trains from Stuttgart to Frankfurt (Main) take around 1h17. DB and FlixTrain serve the route. Fares, rail passes, and station tips. Paris skyline seen from a rooftop gargoyle at sunsetStuttgart to ParisDirect trains from Stuttgart to Paris take as little as 3 hours 13 minutes. Around 5 direct services daily, fares from EUR 54 in advance. Paris skyline seen from a rooftop gargoyle at sunsetToulouse to ParisToulouse to Paris trains take from about 4h20, with TGV INOUI, OUIGO, Intercités and overnight trains, up to 13 daily, from around €25. Trains to BarcelonaValencia to BarcelonaDirect trains from Valencia to Barcelona take around 2 hours 40 minutes. Renfe runs 9 to 14 services daily. Check your departure station before you book. Lisbon to Madrid by trainValencia to MadridValencia to Madrid by train takes about 2 hours on direct high-speed services, with Renfe, iryo, and OUIGO options on many dates. Seville Cathedral and Giralda tower at sunsetValencia to SevilleValencia to Seville by train takes about 4h 20m on the fastest direct Renfe AVE, with limited direct service and more options via Madrid. Town in the Bulgarian hills at sunsetVarna to SofiaVarna to Sofia by train has direct, faster connecting, and overnight BDZ options. Check your date for reservations and live times. Florence Cathedral and city rooftopsVenice to FlorenceVenice to Florence by train takes about 2h direct. Trenitalia and Italo run direct trains, with Italo advance fares from around €18.90. Milan Cathedral in Piazza del DuomoVenice to MilanVenice to Milan by Frecciarossa or Italo: fastest 2h06, ~40 to 60 trains daily. Advance fares from €14.90 in 2nd class. Naples to Rome by trainVenice to RomeDirect Frecciarossa and Italo trains cover Venice to Rome in under 4 hours. Book from Venezia Santa Lucia to Roma Termini, with fares from EUR 29.90. Belvedere Palace and gardens in ViennaVenice to ViennaDirect trains from Venice to Vienna run three times daily. Two Railjet day services and one Nightjet sleeper, no change of train required. Trains to MilanVicenza to MilanThe train from Vicenza to Milan takes around 1 hour 40 minutes on Frecciarossa or Italo high-speed services. Advance fares start from €11.90 on Italo and from around €29 on Frecciarossa. Both operators arrive at Milano Centrale. Interrail and Eurail passes are valid on Trenitalia services only. Brandenburg Gate in Berlin at nightVienna to BerlinVienna to Berlin by train is direct by ÖBB Nightjet, with daytime ICE/Railjet-style options and pass reservations to check. Trains to BratislavaVienna to BratislavaVienna to Bratislava by train takes about 1 hour on direct twice-hourly REX services. Fares checked June 2026: €12-€13 one way. Prague to Budapest by trainVienna to BudapestDirect Railjet trains link Vienna Hbf and Budapest Keleti in about 2h37. Advance fares from around €9 on ÖBB; RegioJet from around €7.90. Speicherstadt canal and brick warehouses in Hamburg at nightVienna to HamburgTake the direct ÖBB Nightjet from Vienna to Hamburg, or travel by day with German long-distance trains. Expect about 10-12 hours by day. Tower Bridge in London at duskVienna to LondonVienna to London: 18-19h via Nightjet to Brussels (Tue/Thu/Sun) then Eurostar, or 14-18h daytime via Munich. No direct train. UK ETA required: GBP 16. Vienna to Prague by trainVienna to PragueDirect trains from Vienna to Prague take around 4 hours. ÖBB Railjet, České dráhy ComfortJet, and RegioJet all serve the route. Advance fares from around €20 in 2nd class. Vienna to Salzburg by trainVienna to SalzburgVienna to Salzburg trains take around 2h20-2h30. Compare ÖBB from Wien Hbf with WESTbahn from Westbahnhof before booking. Krakow skyline and historic city center at sunsetWarsaw to KrakowWarsaw to Krakow by PKP Intercity: fastest trains around 2h20. Around 23 direct departures daily from Warszawa Centralna to Krakow Glowny. Advance fares from 60 PLN. Old Town Square and Church of Our Lady before Tyn in PragueZagreb to PragueNo direct Zagreb to Prague train. Most rail routes connect via Vienna; compare ČD fares with RegioJet and other booking results. Trains to SplitZagreb to SplitZagreb to Split trains: daily direct service around 7h58, seasonal morning and night trains, fares about EUR 15-EUR 28 plus reservation. Milan Cathedral in Piazza del DuomoZurich to MilanZurich to Milan is served by direct trains between Zürich HB and Milano Centrale. Trenitalia operates trains on this route. Zurich to Zermatt by trainZurich to ZermattTrain from Zurich to Zermatt takes around 3 hours 20 minutes to 3 hours 35 minutes, changing at Visp. SBB covers Zurich to Visp; MGB runs the final section into car-free Zermatt.

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Train stations in LondonTrain stations in LondonLondon has no single central station: over a dozen terminals each serve different regions. Here's which one you need and how to transfer between them. Gare du Nord train station in ParisTrain stations in ParisParis has six main train stations, each serving a different direction. Find out which station you need for London, Germany, the south of France, Spain... View of Rome, ItalyTrain stations in RomeRoma Termini is Rome's main hub, but some Frecciarossa, Italo and Nightjet trains use Tiburtina. How to pick the right station and reach the airport. View of Amsterdam, NetherlandsTrain stations in AmsterdamAmsterdam has four train stations that matter for most travellers: Amsterdam Centraal, Amsterdam Zuid, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, and Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Cityscape of Barcelona, SpainTrain stations in BarcelonaUse Barcelona Sants for most long-distance trains; choose Passeig de Gràcia, Estació de França or Sant Andreu only when your train calls there. View of Prague, CzechiaTrain stations in PraguePrague has four train stations. Praha hlavni nadrazi is where most international trains call. Here is which station to use and why. View of Vienna, AustriaTrain stations in ViennaWien Hauptbahnhof is Vienna's main train station for Railjet, ICE, and Nightjet. Wien Westbahnhof is for Westbahn only. Find out which station you need. View of Venice, ItalyTrain stations in VeniceBook Venezia Santa Lucia for historic Venice; choose Venezia Mestre for mainland stays, rail changes or road transfers. Cityscape of Berlin, GermanyTrain stations in BerlinBerlin has six long-distance stations. Most trains use Hbf, but your train may stop at Ostbahnhof, Sudkreuz or Spandau instead. Check before you pay. Cityscape of Florence, ItalyTrain stations in FlorenceChoose Firenze S.M.N. for central Florence; compare Trenitalia and Italo for the fare and flexibility that suit your trip. Cityscape of Madrid, SpainTrain stations in MadridChoose Atocha for southern and Barcelona journeys, Chamartín for northern Spain; confirm the terminal before paying. View of the old town in Munich, GermanyTrain stations in MunichUse München Hbf for most journeys; check München Ost or München-Pasing when your train or accommodation makes them better.

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Alpine lakeside village in AustriaAustriaAustria boasts one of Europe’s most reliable and scenic railway networks, with trains reaching a remarkable 96% punctuality rate while running entirely on... Waterfront houses in Dinant, BelgiumBelgiumBelgium holds a special place in railway history as the birthplace of continental Europe’s first steam passenger railway, launched in 1835. Town in the Bulgarian hills at sunsetBulgariaBulgaria’s railway network offers one of Europe’s most authentic and scenic train travel experiences, connecting travelers to a country where trains have... Dubrovnik old town and harbor on the Adriatic coastCroatiaCroatian trains connect Zagreb to the country’s major cities, but the network has real limits. Trains in CzechiaCzechiaLet’s dive into the essentials of train travel in the Czech Republic: Trains in DenmarkDenmarkDenmark’s rail network is run by DSB (Danske Statsbaner), the national train company. Tallinn tram passing St. Olaf's Church in EstoniaEstoniaEstonia is easy to explore by train when you use it for the journeys it suits. It works especially well for trips from Tallinn. VR train at Helsinki Central Station in FinlandFinlandFinland becomes much easier to plan once you separate long-distance trains from Helsinki regional transport. Pont Alexandre III bridge in Paris at duskFranceFrance is one of the easiest countries in Europe to explore by rail, but the train names matter. Trains in GermanyGermanyWelcome to the world of German train travel! If you’re planning a trip to Germany, you’re in for a treat. High-speed train traveling through the Greek countrysideGreeceTrain travel in Greece offers an affordable and scenic way to explore the country’s diverse landscapes, from the bustling streets of Athens to the historic... Budapest skyline and the Danube at duskHungaryHungary sits at the rail crossroads of Central Europe. Vienna is roughly 2 hours 20 minutes away on the fastest trains. Prague takes around 6 hours 30 minutes. DART train crossing a railway overpass in Dublin, IrelandIrelandIreland's rail network is useful when you plan around its shape. Most long-distance trains start or finish in Dublin, and the first practical choice is... Florence skyline at sunset in ItalyItalyExploring Italy by train is a fantastic way to see the country. It’s comfortable, efficient, and lets you enjoy beautiful scenery along the way. Riga skyline in Latvia at sunsetLatviaLatvia’s compact rail network offers travelers an affordable, comfortable way to explore this Baltic gem. Vilnius old town skyline in LithuaniaLithuaniaLithuania’s rail system has come a long way from its 19th-century origins. Today, modern trains connect the country’s major cities, Vilnius, Kaunas, and... Luxembourg City skyline at duskLuxembourgLuxembourg may be one of Europe’s smallest countries, but trains in Luxembourg offer a remarkably efficient, modern, and accessible way to travel for... Amsterdam canal with bicycles and bridgeNetherlandsThe Netherlands boasts one of the most efficient and punctual railway systems in Europe, with trains in netherlands serving as the backbone of the country’s... Railway tracks through a mountain landscape in North MacedoniaNorth MacedoniaTrain travel in North Macedonia is limited, slow, and rarely the best option. The domestic network spreads out from Skopje on a handful of lines, with one... Trains in NorwayNorwayNorway’s railway system offers some of the world’s most spectacular train journeys, crossing dramatic mountain plateaus, winding through deep fjords, and... Trains in PolandPolandPoland has a dense, modernising railway network that makes it one of the best countries in Europe for train travel. Porto waterfront with boats on the Douro RiverPortugalCP (Comboios de Portugal) is the national rail operator and runs services on every major corridor in the country. CFR Călători regional train near Timișoara Nord, RomaniaRomaniaRomania is easiest to explore by train when you plan around the exact departure, not just the map. Check the exact train before paying. Trains in SerbiaSerbiaSerbian trains centre on Belgrade, with a fast new line to Novi Sad and Subotica and a scenic, slow mountain route into Montenegro. Trains in SlovakiaSlovakiaSlovakia sits at the heart of Central Europe, and its rail lines have connected cities, towns, and neighboring countries for nearly two centuries. SŽ passenger train at Ljubljana station, SloveniaSloveniaSlovenia is easy to use by train if you build the trip around the corridors that suit rail and plan the final transfer. Madrid city skyline in SpainSpainTraveling by train in Spain offers a convenient and comfortable way to explore the country. Red cabins and mountains in northern SwedenSwedenSweden’s railway network stands as one of Europe’s most efficient and environmentally conscious transport systems. Swiss alpine valley with mountains and forestSwitzerlandSwitzerland operates one of the world’s most sophisticated and scenic railway networks, seamlessly connecting major swiss cities, alpine villages, and... UK trainsUnited KingdomBritain’s railway network represents over two centuries of innovation and evolution, creating one of the world’s most comprehensive rail systems.

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