Eurail Global Pass
We'll explain the options and tell you where and how to buy one
Global is probably the wrong word here as it's actually 28 countries within Europe, not global in the planetary sense. The Eurail Global pass gives you the freedom to travel between the European countries listed below.
The Eurail Global pass can be purchased as either continuous or flexi allowing you to choose the option that suits you best.
The following Eurail pass options are for consecutive day and flexi Eurail Global passes:
- 4 days within 1 month
- 5 days within 1 month
- 7 days within 1 month
- 10 days within 2 months
- 15 days within 2 months
- 15 days continuous
- 22 days continuous
- 1 month continuous
- 2 months continuous
- 3 months continuous
Eurail Global Pass Eligibility
Only non-European residents can purchase and travel on a Eurail Global Pass. If you're a European citizen or resident check our Rail Passes page to see what you can purchase.
You will be asked for a country of residence when purchasing, this will determine your eligiblity to purchase the pass, your passport/id will be required as you travel to confirm your eligibility.
Eurail Travel Classes
You can choose to travel in either 1st or 2nd class when you purchase your pass, this choice is available on any of the pass types, Youth, Adult, Child and Senior.
1st Class
Larger seats, tend to be quieter and sometimes have wifi and free refreshments.2nd Class
Standard seat sizes, generally busier than 1st class, wifi sometimes available.
ERG Tip: First class is a lot more expensive and on many trains in Europe it's rarely worth the premium, consider upgrading on specific journeys if you'd prefer the extra luxuries offered by 1st class.
Eurail Pass Options for all ages
There's a Eurail option for you whatever your age.
Under 4s - No Pass
Travel free and do not need a Eurail pass to travel with you.Ages 4 to 11 - Child Pass
Travel for free with a Eurail Child Pass. For a Child Pass to be valid it can only be used alongside a valid Adult Pass. Up to 2 children can travel in this way with 1 valid Adult Eurail Pass.Ages 12 to 27 - Youth Pass
Can purchase a Youth Pass, to purchase a Youth Pass you must be aged between 12 and 27 on the start date used for the rail pass.Over 60s - Senior Pass
Discounted option for Senior travellers, the only condition for purchasing these is that you must be 60 or over on the start date used for the rail pass.Countries to visit with your pass
Ready to buy your Eurail Pass?
Visit Trainline for prices, offers and discounts on Eurail Passes for all travellers.
