6 Recommendations Must-Try European Sleeper Trains

Europe Sleeper Train — Sleeper train travel isn't just a trend in Indonesia - it's gaining popularity in other continents, including Europe. If you're interested in exploring multiple European cities via a sleeper train, check out these recommended options!

1. ÖBB Nightjet

Owned by Austrian Railways, the ÖBB Nightjet is a sleeper train in Europe that offers a 12-hour journey connecting the Netherlands and Switzerland via Cologne and Frankfurt. Prices for a standard cabin with second-class seating carriage start at approximately EUR 29.

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2. Caledonian Sleeper

The Caledonian Sleeper is a sleeper train service that operates between London and Scotland, offering two main routes. The Highlander route passes through popular Scottish destinations like Aberdeen, Inverness, and Fort William, while the Lowlander route takes you to Edinburgh and Glasgow. Ticket prices for local travel range from EUR 65 to EUR 114, while international travel can cost as much as EUR 474 or more, depending on the route and seat type.

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3. Trenhotel

Trenhotel is a long-distance European night train service that operates on international routes, connecting cities throughout Spain and Portugal. This luxurious sleeper train offers world-class facilities and seating arrangements, including separate rooms, compartments, toilets, and private bathrooms. The train covers six different routes within the Trenhotel network.”

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4. Intercités de Nuit

The Intercités de Nuit train takes you on a journey from Paris to Toulouse, Latour de Carol, and all the way to Briancon in the Alps, near the Italian border. This train serves routes from France to Italy.

The cost of a sleeper train averages around EUR 9, while a sofa for 6 beds and a sofa for 4 beds costs EUR 19 to EUR 25 respectively. However, seat prices may vary depending on the time of day, season, and occupancy of the train.

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5. Santa Claus Express

The Santa Claus Express is a two-level European sleeper train that operates on various routes throughout Finland. It offers five main seating systems, including Double Sleeper, Single Sleeper, Deluxe Double Sleeper with a private bathroom, and Deluxe Single Sleeper with a private bathroom.

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6. Orient Express

After a hiatus, the Orient Express will resume operations in 2023, offering 15 itineraries across Italy, Paris, Istanbul, and more. Seat reservations will be available soon on the Orient Express website. The starting price per seat/night is EUR 2,148, but may vary depending on seat availability and season.

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