Trains for sure have to be one of the cheapest, convenient and even eco-friendly modes of transportation all around Great Britain. If you are a local who needs a cheaper commute option or a tourist who wants to explore the hearts of Europe on a budget, Feedhour has got the perfect hack for you – a little something called Interrail. Backpacking and exploring, be it with a group or a solo trip, seems like the perfect option till you look up transportation and how much it costs. But with Feedhour’s tips and tricks, you can finally achieve all of your wanderlust fuelled dreams. Where in Europe do you want to be? Interrail is the unique and exciting way to get there. All it takes is one train pass to help you open doors to new destinations, cultures and friendships all over Europe. You can choose from a range of over 40,000 destinations in 33 countries, letting you design a European adventure that’s personal to you.
What is an Interrail Pass?
The Interrail Pass is a train ticket that gives you the freedom to travel aboard almost all trains in Europe. In addition to that, the holder gets access to 40 railway and ferry companies in 33 countries. Most trains can be boarded by simply showing the concerned staff the soft copy of your Interrail Pass on your phone. Sometimes, some of the train companies require you to purchase an additional seat reservation. But you’ve got nothing to worry, Interrail has a guide and the Reservation Service to help you with any and every problem you may face.
Why travel with Interrail?
The one and only reason to choose Interrail – it gives your travel experience the ultimate sense of freedom. Interrail gives you all the travel tools you need to put you in charge. You can use the Interrail Pass to conveniently hop on trains, check train times using the online Interrail timetable portal and app. It even lets you book seats in advance using the Interrail Reservation Service. Interrail isn’t your tour guide, it is just an assistant. It won’t tell you where to go or how. It just makes sure you can get to wherever you want to be, according to you.
Who can travel with Interrail?
Interrail is as inclusive of all travellers as it can get. People who can travel with Interrail are:
– Any resident of Europe.
– Both European citizens and non-Europeans who are legal residents of European countries can use an Interrail Pass.
– Any tourist who wants to see more of Europe, more closely.
Whether you like travelling solo or in groups, prefer laid back, comfortable plans or spontaneous journeys and whatever your age, there’s always an Interrail Pass for your trip!
Which is the best Interrail pass for tourists?
As a tourist in the UK, there are two Interrail passes that might be the best option, depending on the kind of trip you want to take.
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Travel in 2 or more countries
The Interrail Global Pass is the way to go for you if you’re looking to explore several countries or have no set in stone itinerary. This pass gives you the freedom to travel at your own pace. Standard prices from € 185.
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Explore 1 country in depth
See more of the one country that fascinates you the most with an Interrail One Country Pass. Find the place your heart points to, and go grab a pass at Standard prices from € 51.
How to use your Interrail mobile Pass?
Once you have your Rail Planner App, just follow these simple steps:
Step 1: Add your Pass
Just follow the link in the confirmation email you were sent when you bought your Pass to get started quickly, OR follow these steps:
Open the Rail Planner app and click on My Pass. Tap ‘Add your Pass’ to get started.
Enter your surname and Pass number where asked. You will be able to find your Pass number in your confirmation email.
Step 2: Connect a trip
Our next step is going to be to connect a trip to your Pass. This is how you’ll keep track of the journeys you take. Next, Create a new trip and give it a name of your choice.You can also choose from already existing trips.
Step 3: Activate your Pass
Before you actually start your trip, you need to activate your Pass so it’s ready for travel. For that, you’ll need your passport or any other ID that you’ll be travelling with, and you’ll need to know which date you’re taking your first train for the record.
Then enter your passport or respective ID number. This should also match the document that you’re travelling with as you may have to show it to ticket inspectors while boarding.
Choose your first travel day. This is the first day you’ll be using your Pass to travel. Your Pass will be valid from this day until it expires.
It’s cheap, it’s easy, it’s flexible! Interrail is the way to go, going anywhere!
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