I'm Johan, a rail travel expert with 5+ years of experience in the European train industry. I've explored the continent extensively by train, from the icy north of Sweden to the far reaches of Poland, gaining first-hand knowledge of routes, rail networks, and hidden gems along the way. Before launching this site, I led the development of the booking platform at TrainPlanet, one of Scandinavia’s leading rail travel companies. My mission is to help travelers navigate Europe by train with confidence, ease, and a touch of adventure.
Warsaw 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.
WESTbahn is a private Austrian operator offering a budget alternative to ÖBB on the Vienna–Salzburg corridor. Guide to fares, booking and onboard service.
Book international trains to Zagreb from Vienna, Ljubljana, Budapest, Munich, Stuttgart and Zurich. Covers direct EuroCity and InterCity routes, the Croatian Railways overnight sleeper, Zagreb-Split tilting trains, stations, fares, rail passes and how to buy tickets.
SNCB is Belgium's national railway, connecting Brussels, Bruges, Ghent and Antwerp. Guide to ticket types, rail passes, booking and cross-border services.
FlixTrain offers budget train travel in Germany and Sweden, often well below national operator fares. Guide to routes, booking and what to expect onboard.
ÖBB is Austria's national railway, known for punctuality and running on renewable energy. Guide to routes, ticket types and booking trains across Austria.
SBB (CFF) is Switzerland's national railway, running one of Europe's most punctual networks. Guide to booking, scenic routes and navigating Swiss trains.
Ouigo runs low-cost high-speed trains in France and Spain. Fares often rival budget airlines — guide to booking, what's included and what to watch out for.
Germany's rail network is operated mainly by Deutsche Bahn (DB), with ICE high-speed trains linking major cities. Regional services cover smaller towns.
Belgium built continental Europe's first steam railway in 1835. Today it's a hub for high-speed trains connecting London, Paris, Amsterdam and Germany.
Most trains to Vienna use Wien Hauptbahnhof, which handles over 1,000 trains a day, with a first-class lounge and U1 subway connections to the city centre.
Spain's rail network connects major cities and tourist destinations nationwide. Renfe operates AVE high-speed and regional services across the country.
Eurostar connects London to Paris (2h16m), Brussels (1h58m) and Amsterdam (3h52m) through the Channel Tunnel at speeds up to 300 km/h. Prices and tips for 2026.
Warsaw is well connected by direct EuroCity trains from Berlin, overnight services from Vienna and Prague, and PKP Intercity high-speed EIP Pendolino trains on domestic routes. Seat reservations are mandatory on EIP and must be bought before you board.
Netherlands rail (NS) is one of Europe's most efficient and punctual networks. Fully electrified, it connects every major city from Amsterdam to Rotterdam.
Trains to Barcelona arrive mainly at Barcelona Sants, one of Europe's busiest stations and the main hub for domestic and international high-speed services.
The UK has one of the world's oldest and most comprehensive rail networks. This guide covers booking cheap tickets, navigating stations and key operators.
Trains to Florence stop at Santa Maria Novella, centrally located and handling 160,000+ daily travellers. Fast links to Rome, Milan, Venice and beyond.