Need some advice from the pros about interrailing around Europe!

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I am going interrailing with two of my friends (all of us are 21 years old and male- if that helps?) from the end of July to mid August. We are getting the 22 day global pass and are actually starting in Barcelona as we have got cheap flights to get there. Although it is only 22 days pass that doesn't include 3 nights in barcelona (as we are not using the pass til we leave there as we wont be using it in Barca); so we will be going for 25 days. The route is:

Barcelona

French Riviera

Milan

Munich

Prague

Berlin

Amsterdam

Brussels

London (Home).

The plan is to stay 2 or 3 nights in each city. None of us have done the whole travelling thing before and so don't quite know what is right and wrong in terms of money and what to take (how much clothing, do we take a lot of cash or rely on card machines, etc). One of the main issues that I have is the amount of money I am going to need. I think I can get around £1700 (after plane and interrail tickets) in money to take on the trip. So obviously that has to cover everything, from accommodation to food to going out. So that should give me about £68 a day.. Is that going to be enough in the places we are going? What are the places on the list that will cost me most? Obviously we will be drinking, etc in the nights and sightseeing during the day, so I am worried this won't be enough money. I am assuming that barcelona, french riviera and milan will be the big hitters in terms of alcohol costs and accommodation prices? Basically just asking you guys (and girls) for some guidance about money and what to expect to be spending for what in the places we are visting. Also any help on what I should pack (such as essential items that I wouldn't want to not have in my luggage) and how many sets of clothing, would also be very helpful.



Best Answer

From my more-than-ten-years-ago trip (before the €), I have two advices:

  • Get your money from ATMs. This is the most convenient way to limit change fees and carrying too much money.

  • Travel by night. Your days will be available for visits and you will spare some money on accomodation.

About packing and travelling light, the best site I know is onebag.com.




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Is Interrailing in Europe safe?

Absolutely! Travelling by train is one of the safest ways to explore Europe. An Interrail Pass gives you access to an extensive network of railway companies with some of the best connections, maintenance systems and safety measures in the world.

What do I need to know before Interrailing?

Top 5 Interrail Tips
  • Be realistic about your budget. There is a saying that goes something like "when you seek adventure, take half the clothes and twice the money" and we sure do agree. ...
  • Pick your travel buddy wisely. ...
  • Speak a bit of the language. ...
  • Speak to the hotel staff before you go and explore.


How much money should I take Interrailing?

We would advise allowing for around 50-100 euros per day, do you have to spend this exact amount every day? No. Different factors will come into play, for example, one of the days you may want to do a tour that costs around 15-20 euros, but you still need to allow money for eating, public transport etc.

Is Interrailing good?

So, is an Interrail pass worth it? For me, the answer is overwhelmingly yes. Whilst it might not always be cheaper, it also won't be too much more expensive than other modes of transport and the benefits that it brings in terms of flexibility really suit my way of travelling.



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Answer 2

Just as a side advice. If you are travelling with an Eurail pass through France, you may have difficult on reserving trains that leave from or go to France. I don't know why, but it seems that in France they limit the amount of seats destinated to Eurail passes. I had to buy full tickets to travel from or to France, so I suggest you consider having this kind of expense on your travel. I didn't have this problem in any other country.

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