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How To Find Cheap Train Tickets

Meave223 — Thu, 01 Jun 2006 08:02:00 -0500

Train travel is a great way to go; you can really take in the scenery without having to drive, and it's often more convenient and comfortable than flying. However, in the United States, it's not always cheaper. Europe has a widespread rail system with enough lines and stations that you can travel exclusively by train, should you prefer. In the U.S., however, airline and automobile travel are much more popular forms, and so finding the best deals on train tickets is not always easy. With a little perseverance and planning, though, you can find good deals on short jaunts and cross-country voyages.

How To Buy Train Tickets in Europe

Meave223 — Thu, 01 Jun 2006 06:14:00 -0500

Unlike the United States, travel by train in Europe is convenient, commonplace, and fairly inexpensive. With rail lines linking every country on the continent, as well as the underwater Chunnel between France and England, you can get just about anywhere you want to be.

If you need to make time, you can catch the Train à Grande Vitesse, commonly called the TGV (the high-speed French train), or a Thalys; if you'd prefer a slower pace, hop on any of the regional trains and enjoy the view from the big windows as you make your way across the countryside. Besides the beautiful view, train travel does have practical advantages over automobiles or airplanes. It's easier to catch a train in a hurry or on a whim than it is to catch a plane, and you don't have to worry about learning the rules of the road, renting a car, or paying for gas. All you have to do is plan your trip, buy your tickets, and you're set.

How To Buy Eurail Tickets

Joanne58 — Wed, 26 Apr 2006 01:39:00 -0500

Traveling by train can be one of easiest and most enjoyable ways of getting around Europe. Whether you are traveling for one week or a month, visiting one country or eighteen, Eurail has an option that will likely fit your needs. There are numerous types of Eurail passes available, and a few considerations to be made when choosing which is best for you.

Decide where you are going: One of the first things you will need to do after buying your plane tickets to Europe is to decide on where to go. Are you visiting just one country, a few, or all? Will you be limiting yourself to a specific region?
- The Eurailpass allows for train travel between 18 countries.
- Eurail Selectpass allows you to choose between 3 and 5 bordering countries.
  
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