Rail
Rail journeys, ridden not researched.
Scenic routes, sleeper trains, high-speed lines, and the everyday connections we all have to take to get where we're going. Every route here is one I've actually ridden.
Scenic Routes
The bucket-list journeys where the view is the point
1Sleeper Trains
Overnight services - cabins, berths, and whether you'll actually sleep
2Practical Routes
Getting between cities by rail - the functional stuff
10Rail Passes
Eurail, JR Pass, Swiss Travel Pass - when they're worth it and when they're not
3Booking Tips
How to book, when to book, and how to survive bad rail websites
3Featured Route
VIA Rail The Canadian Review: Vancouver to Toronto in Sleeper Plus
Vancouver to Toronto across 4,466 km on VIA Rail The Canadian - the 4-day sleeper service reviewed in Sleeper Plus class.
Latest Route Reviews
View all routesBrightline Orlando Guide: Fares, Schedule, Stations, and What to Expect Onboard
Everything you need to know about taking Brightline to Orlando. Compare fares by class, check the schedule, navigate MCO station, and see what SMART vs PREMIUM gets you onboard.
Oslo Airport to City Centre: The Cheaper Train Most Visitors Miss
Most visitors pay for Flytoget at Oslo Airport. Patrick shows the cheaper Vy train to Oslo S, the signs to follow, fare trap, and when to upgrade to express.
Tokyo to Osaka by Shinkansen: Fares, Times and How to Book (2026)
Japan's busiest bullet train corridor in one guide. Nozomi journey times, Green Car vs Ordinary fares, booking steps and a first-hand Green Car review.
Tokyo to Sapporo by Train: Tickets, Times and the Transfer You Need to Know
There is no direct bullet train to Sapporo yet. This guide covers the two-leg journey, the transfer at Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, JR Pass costs and what to expect.
Dublin to Galway by Train: Fares from €14, Times and How to Book (2026)
Everything you need for the Dublin Heuston to Galway train - journey time around 2h 30m, fares from EUR 13.99, timetable summary, and train vs coach comparison.
Montreal to Quebec City by Train: Fares, Times and How to Book (2026)
VIA Rail Montreal to Quebec City - journey 3h 11m to 3h 27m, Escape fares from CAD $43, Business class with meals, and a plain train vs bus comparison.
The rail map
Every line I've ridden and written up. Click a route for the review.
Routes I've Covered
Every route is linked to its review - just click it for more info
Rail Intelligence
Strategic guides for getting the most out of rail travel
Is the Eurail Pass Worth It in 2026?
A spreadsheet-first breakdown of when the pass beats point-to-point tickets - and when it overcharges you.
Rail PassesDemystifying the JR Pass
7, 14, or 21 days? Green car or ordinary? What the JR Pass actually covers after the 2023 price hike.
Rail PassesEuropean Trains for Beginners
National sites vs aggregators vs Trainline. Where to actually buy tickets without losing your mind.
BookingSwiss Travel Pass: Worth It?
Full price table, what it covers, what it misses, and a worked break-even calculation.
Rail PassesBeyond the Rails
Flight Reviews
Most rail journeys start with a flight. See the cabin reviews for getting to the starting point.
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See how rail legs fit into bigger multi-modal trips with flights, ferries, and buses.
Browse complete journeysDestinations
Where to stay and what to expect at both ends of the route.
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