The ultimate way to travel – Travelling by train means seeing, experiencing and enjoying the journey from the moment you step aboard. It is comfortable, relaxing, fascinating and great fun. You do not have to do a thing. Simply sit back, look out of the window and enjoy the scenery or a good book. Relax until you arrive at your destination. Business travellers can work in comfort, especially in First Class. Many international trains offer a very high level of comfort. Travelling on trains abroad is a special experience. For many people, travelling by train is the only true way to travel.

HappyRail helps travellers book international train tickets across Europe at official railway prices, combining multiple rail operators into one easy online booking.

One booking platform for all European train tickets
With HappyRail, you can book international train tickets across Europe online — at official railway prices and without booking fees. Since 2002, HappyRail has been a specialist booking platform for international rail travel, working directly with more than 60 national and private railway companies across Europe.

HappyRail: Train Tickets in Europe – Compare & Book Online

• Official partner of more than 60 national and private railway operators
• Book train tickets online with up-to-date fares and availability• Official railway prices, no booking fees
• Smart combinations of multiple routes into one logical itinerary
• One booking for your entire journey, even when multiple operators are involved
• Choose your seat using seat maps (where available)
• Booking alerts when tickets are not yet on sale
• Seat reservations for Interrail passes (select “Reservations”)
• Store and access your train tickets in the HappyRail app, also available offline
• Specialist in international train tickets since 2002

Booking international train tickets made easy
HappyRail makes booking international train travel simple. In one place, you can search and book train tickets across Europe. As independent rail specialists, we help you find the most comfortable and cost-effective options — with clear information and unbiased advice.

For many international train tickets, the rule applies: the earlier you book, the better the fare.

Destinations by train
Book international train tickets online to and within France, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Austria, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Denmark, Poland, Italy, Spain, Norway, Sweden and many more European destinations.

How much does a train ticket cost?
The price of a train ticket depends on several factors:

• How far in advance you book
• Peak vs. off-peak travel dates
• Which railway company or carrier operates the train
• Use of a rail pass (such as Interrail) or point-to-point tickets
• Type of train (for example high-speed or regional)
• Number of travellers (group or companion discounts)
• Age of travellers (children often travel free or at reduced fares)
• Discount cards or rail passes

How to get the best train fares
1) Book early — Day trains are typically available 3–12 months in advance, Eurostar 10-11 months in advance, and night trains often 6–8 months ahead. Early booking is strongly recommended.
2) Avoid peak travel dates — Busy travel days, such as Saturdays during school holidays, often have limited availability of discounted fares.
3) Compare fares across operators — Prices for the same route can vary significantly between railways. HappyRail helps you compare options and find the best balance of comfort and price.
4) Travel midweek — Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays generally offer the best chance of lower fares.

Can I book all European train tickets through HappyRail?
HappyRail sells train tickets for more than 85,000 destinations and works with over 60 European railway operators. Availability depends on the country, operator, route and booking period.

Does HappyRail charge booking fees?
HappyRail offers train tickets at official railway prices without booking fees. Any required reservation fees, supplements or operator-specific charges are shown during booking.

Rail passes

Interrail Pass
Travel across Europe with the Interrail Global Pass (valid in 33 countries), or choose a Interrail One Country Pass. Youth and senior discounts are available. Seat reservations for many high-speed trains are required and can be booked via HappyRail.

Swiss Travel Pass
Travel unlimited by train, bus and boat throughout Switzerland. The pass is also valid on many cable cars and panoramic trains (surcharges and reservations may apply). It is often more cost-effective than individual tickets within Switzerland.

Explore more
• European rail passes — often more affordable than individual tickets
• Interrail seat reservations — book almost all reservations online
• Fully organised rail tours — train tickets and reservations arranged in advance