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Four international night trains from Germany to try in 2026
Several new night trains will bring passengers from Germany to popular cities around Europe this year, and a couple of popular connections that were set to end are being saved. Here are four exciting overnight journeys to ride this year.
Deutsche Bahn announces direct Berlin-Oslo train for 2028
Rail passengers will soon be able to travel directly by train from Berlin to Oslo. Described as part of a boom in long-distance rail travel, the new ICE L service promises a greener, simpler way to reach Scandinavia.
One trip, one ticket: New EU rules aim to ease train travel
The EU plans to force railway companies operating across the bloc to sell rivals’ tickets on their websites and share data with booking platforms, under new rules that are intended to boost train travel.
Where Deutsche Bahn is adding international connections this summer
With fuel prices up significantly, and Europe seemingly on the brink of a jet-fuel shortage, this may prove to be the summer of international train travel. Here's where Deutsche Bahn is extending its reach beyond Germany.
Bookings open for Milan-Brussels night train
Slow-travel fans can now reserve a spot on a new sleeper train linking northern Italy’s Milan with Brussels, operator European Sleeper announced on Tuesday.
Spain's train drivers call off three-day strike after safety deal
Unions and Spanish train drivers have called off the rail strike that began this Monday and was initially scheduled to last until Wednesday February 11th.
The ski destinations you can reach by train from Germany
One of the advantages of living in Europe is having access to a great transcontinental train network. In the winter months you don't need a car to get from Germany to these stunning winter sport destinations in the Alps.
Rail safety questioned as Spain reels from twin train disasters
Spain's railway system is under more scrutiny than ever after a commuter train crashed near Barcelona, just days after at least 42 people died in a collision between two high-speed trains.
Q&A: What we know about the cause of Spain's deadly train collision
The high speed train crash in southern Spain that left at least 39 people dead on Sunday evening has been described as "very strange". Transport authorities are under pressure to explain how it happened.
The seaside destinations you can reach without a car or plane from Austria
For those craving a little sunshine, there are plenty of options to reach the coast from Austria by train, bus, ferry or even bicycle.
Italy's state railway to expand in France with billion-dollar joint venture
Italian state rail operator Ferrovie dello Stato said it will accelerate operations in its Trenitalia France unit via a billion-dollar joint venture with US private equity fund Certares.
Stockholm-Berlin night train saved after Swedish government cut subsidies
RDC Deutschland, Swedish train company SJ's partner in Germany, has confirmed that the EuroNight route both ways from Stockholm to Berlin will continue to operate from September 2026 onwards.
Night train connecting Italy to Brussels and Amsterdam to launch in 2026
A new sleeper train linking northern Italy's Milan to Brussels and Amsterdam is set to launch in June 2026, night train operator European Sleeper announced on Wednesday.
REVEALED: Deutsche Bahn's long-distance travel changes for the winter
Deutsche Bahn recently announced its new winter timetable, which will bring new high-speed services and more direct international connections starting from December 14th. Book your holiday trips now to get cheaper rail tickets.
Flixtrain to dramatically grow German fleet and expand connections
Germany's budget railway operator, known for its limegreen trains, has announced plans to buy 65 new trains in the coming years and expand its coverage in the country and beyond.
Swiss night train service to Sweden via Denmark and Germany scrapped
In October, Swiss national railways (SBB) announced the launch, in April 2026, of a night train connecting Basel with the Swedish city of Malmö, and had even started to sell tickets for this route. This move, however, was premature.
Deutsche Bahn moves step closer to high-speed Germany to London rail link
Deutsche Bahn and Eurostar have taking the next step towards creating a direct high-speed connection between cities in German and London.
Spain and Portugal agree Madrid-Lisbon high-speed train line
The Portuguese and Spanish governments have agreed to open the first direct Lisbon-Madrid train line with a high-speed service to start by 2034, officials said Thursday.
How to make the most of a quick trip from Vienna to Bratislava
With only about 80 kilometres between them, Vienna and Bratislava are two of the closest capital cities in the world, with the Slovak capital ideal for a quick cross-border weekend or day trip.
Why the future of the popular Paris to Berlin night train is in doubt
The Paris to Berlin night train faces being taken off the tracks less than two years after it returned to the railway schedules - even though it's proved popular with travellers.
Six new daily trains between Germany and Poland to launch this winter
Starting from mid-December, Deutsche Bahn plans to significantly expand railway services to Poland, making cross-border travel faster and easier for travellers coming from Germany.
Yes, you can travel from Austria across Europe by train... even for work
Travelling from Austria to Sweden by train for a work conference might not be the choice of many but Valéria Schörghofer-Queiroz decided to avoid flying and stay on the rails. Although her trip wasn't without its problems.
'Unfair privilege': Flights in Europe up to 26 times cheaper than train routes
Environmental campaign group Greenpeace has slammed the fact that budget flights between destinations in Europe are still often significantly cheaper than travelling by train.