The ultimate way to travel. Traveling by train is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore Europe. From the moment you step on board, the journey becomes part of the experience: comfortable, relaxing and surprisingly fun.

You don’t have to do anything - just sit back, look out the window, enjoy the scenery, or read a good book while you make your way to your destination. For business travelers, trains can also be a productive and stress-free way to travel, especially in first class.

HappyRail helps travelers 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 companies
• Book train tickets online with always up-to-date 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 Eurail / 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 Eurail) or point-to-point tickets
• Type of train (for example high-speed or regional)
• Number of travelers (group or companion discounts)
• Age of travelers (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 6–8 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.
 

Rail passes

Eurail Pass
Travel across Europe with the Eurail Global Pass (valid in up to 30 countries), or choose a Eurail 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
• Eurail / Interrail seat reservations — book almost all reservations online
• Fully organized rail tours — train tickets and reservations arranged in advance