European train travel,
explained.
Guides, scenic routes and practical tips for getting around Europe by rail. Written by travelers, for travelers.
PilgrimageParis to Lourdes by Train: A Pilgrimage of Faith and Hope (2026)
How to travel from Paris to Lourdes by train via Toulouse, and why this journey to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes is one of Europe's most moving pilgrimages.
Booking guide
Klook vs Trainline for European Trains: Which to Book With
How Klook and Trainline actually differ for booking European train tickets, and how WoW Train decides which one to show you for every route.
Complete Guide
How to Travel Europe by Train: The Complete Guide (2026)
Rail pass vs point-to-point tickets, when to book, types of trains, night trains, luggage tips and the best routes — everything you need in one place.
Route guide · France → Italy
Lyon to Turin by Train: Crossing the Alps
From Lyon's riverside to baroque Turin — over the Maurienne valley and the Fréjus tunnel into Italy. Stations, operators, scenery and how to find the best fare. También en español.
Route guide · France → Spain
Paris to Barcelona by Train: The Direct TGV
One train from Paris to the heart of Barcelona, through the south of France and the Pyrenees. Stations, operators, scenery and how to find the best fare. También en español.
Route guide · Austria → Czechia
Vienna to Prague by Train: Two Imperial Capitals
A direct, comfortable ride across Moravia and Bohemia between two of Central Europe's most beautiful cities. Stations, operators and how to find the best fare. También en español.
Route guide · France → Netherlands
Paris to Amsterdam by Train: The Fast Direct
From the cafés of Paris to the canals of Amsterdam in around 3h20, via Brussels. Stations, operators, scenery and how to find the best fare. También en español.
Route guide · Germany → Italy
Munich to Venice by Train: Over the Brenner Pass
One of Europe's most scenic rides — from Bavaria over the Alps to the Venetian lagoon. Stations, operators, scenery and how to find the best fare. También en español.
Train vs Flight
Flying vs Train in Europe: The Real Cost (2026)
We ran the real numbers — door-to-door time, total cost, luggage fees, transfers and carbon. For most routes under 700 km, the train wins on every metric.
Night trains
Night Trains in Europe: The Complete 2026 Guide
How night trains work in Europe, the best operators (Nightjet, European Sleeper, Trenhotel), cabin classes, prices and booking tips.
Scenic routes
The 7 Most Scenic Train Routes in Europe (2026 Guide)
From the Glacier Express in the Swiss Alps to the Flåm Railway in Norway — the seven most spectacular rail journeys on the continent, and how to ride them.
Route guide
Madrid to Barcelona by Train: The Complete AVE Guide (2026)
Times, prices, stations and the three operators (Renfe, Ouigo, Iryo) on Spain's busiest high-speed route — and how to grab the cheapest seat.
Itinerary
7 Days Interrailing Through Italy: A Perfect Itinerary
Rome, Florence, Venice and the Cinque Terre — all by train. A relaxed one-week route with high-speed legs, the scenic Cinque Terre Express, times and costs.