Across Europe5 European cities you can visit on a weekend by train
The RailClick journal
Slow travel,brighter horizons.
Curated guides, inspiring stories and practical tips for exploring Europe and beyond by train.
Explore the blog- 01London to Paris by Eurostar: The Complete Guide to the Journey
- 027-Day Italy by Train: The Ultimate Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
- 03How to travel around Italy by train: a complete guide for visitors



Across Europe
London to Paris by Eurostar
The Complete Guide to the Journey.
Read the guide: London to Paris by Eurostar: The Complete Guide to the JourneyBy country
Pick a country,then a train.
Each country has its guides here and its own RailClick booking site. Read up first, then check times and fares on the site that sells that network.
Index
Every guide,in order.
74 guides by what you need from them. The newest four of each; open a column for the rest.
01 Places & culture 13
- 5 European cities you can visit on a weekend by train
- Where to eat in Rome: A food lover’s guide to the Italian capital
- Paris to Brussels by Train: A Perfect Short European Getaway
- How much time should you spend in each European city? A train traveller’s guide
All 13 Places & culture guides
- Brussels by Eurostar: A Complete Guide to a Weekend in Belgium
- Why train travel is becoming Europe’s favourite way to explore
- Summer by train: the best beach destinations you can reach with Renfe
- European towns that are even better to visit by train
- Europe’s 10 most beautiful train stations worth visiting
- Paris in 3 days: the ultimate first-time travel guide
- Why train travel is the best way to discover Italy
- Should you visit one Italian city or travel across Italy by train?
- Did you know Naples is the pizza capital of the world (how to get there by train)
02 Routes & itineraries 19
- London to Paris by Eurostar: The Complete Guide to the Journey
- 7-Day Italy by Train: The Ultimate Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
- How to travel around Italy by train: a complete guide for visitors
- How to travel around Spain by train: a practical guide for first-time visitors
All 19 Routes & itineraries guides
- Is Eurostar the best way to travel between London and Europe?
- Exploring Spain by train: Discover Renfe’s most popular routes and destinations
- Madrid to Barcelona by train: The complete guide to Spain’s most popular rail journey
- Barcelona to Valencia by Train: A Scenic Journey Along Spain’s Mediterranean Coast
- Madrid to Seville by train: The fastest way to discover Andalusia with Renfe
- Milan to Zurich by train (route, travel time and what to expect)
- How long does the AVE take from Madrid to Barcelona (travel time, tips and delays)
- 7-day Spain train itinerary (best routes and cities to visit)
- Best way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam (train vs flight)
- Is the Glacier Express worth it (complete guide and what to expect)
- Most popular train routes in Europe (travel times and connections)
- 10 Classic train itineraries across Europe (With travel times)
- Complete guide to travelling in Spain by train
- Scenic trains in Switzerland: Routes, tips and how to book
- Recommended train routes in Europe: The best rail itineraries for your trip
03 Know your train 12
- Renfe train classes explained: what’s the difference between each travel option?
- Leonardo Express vs Intercity in Italy: What is the difference and which train should you take?
- Renfe AVE classes explained: Which ticket should you choose?
- Renfe explained: everything you need to know before travelling by train in Spain
All 12 Know your train guides
- First class vs second class on European trains (what’s the difference)
- Types of trains in Italy explained (Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo)
- Which train to choose from Barcelona to Valencia (complete guide)
- How Swiss train connections work (and why they are so precise)
- AVE vs Ouigo vs Iryo: which is cheaper in Spain (complete comparison)
- What travel classes are available on EuroCity Italy–Switzerland trains with SBB?
- Train tickets in Italy compared: Regional vs High-Speed explained
- Renfe train types explained: AVE, Alvia, Avant and more
04 Plan & book 22
- More than train tickets: The benefits of planning your journey with RailClick
- How far in advance should you plan a train trip around Europe?
- How to book train tickets in Europe step by step (without mistakes)
- Eurail pass vs point-to-point tickets (which one is better for Europe travel)
All 22 Plan & book guides
- Advantages of using RailClick vs individual train websites in Europe
- Should you buy train tickets before arriving in Italy (price changes explained)
- Interrail Global Pass explained (how it works and is it worth it)
- How RailClick works with railway operators (explained clearly)
- Is ItaliaTren an official operator or a booking platform (explained clearly)
- Complete guide to planning a multi-country train trip in Europe
- What is the difference between official train websites and booking platforms in Italy
- Is RailClick an authorised reseller? (How its brands work across Europe)
- Is it cheaper to travel in Europe by train or plane (complete comparison)
- How to book train tickets in Italy as a foreign tourist (step-by-step guide)
- How to buy AVE tickets in Spain step by step (and main routes)
- Are there Discounts on Swiss Trains for Tourists? (And Is It Cheaper to Book in Advance?)
- Interrail vs Eurail: What’s the Difference? (Complete Guide 2026)
- Where to buy train tickets in Europe online
- Where to buy train tickets in Italy online (complete guide 2026)
- How to book train tickets in Spain easily with RailClick
- What is RailClick and how does it work? Your guide to booking trains in Europe
- Complete Guide to Planning Train Routes in Europe (2026 Step-by-Step)
05 On the journey 8
- Can you take a dog or cat on a train in Europe? A country-by-country guide
- 10 Mistakes to avoid when travelling by train in Europe
- What to do if your train is delayed or cancelled
- How to pack for a European train trip: what to bring and what to leave behind
All 8 On the journey guides
- Everything you need to know before travelling on Eurostar for the first time
- 10 mistakes first-time travellers make when taking trains in Europe (and how to avoid them)
- Travelling Switzerland by train for the first time (everything you need to know)
- What to do if you miss a train in Switzerland (complete guide)

Inspiration
Unforgettabletrain journeys
Iconic routes, hidden gems and scenic adventures that show why the journey is just as extraordinary as the destination.
Discover the routesDepartures
Routes fromour guides.
The journeys our writers cover most. Read the guide, or go straight to timetables and fares.
- Rome to Florence italiatren.com Read first: Leonardo Express vs Intercity in Italy: What is the difference and which train should you take? See trains from Rome to Florence on italiatren.com
- Madrid to Barcelona spainrail.com Read first: Madrid to Barcelona by train: The complete guide to Spain’s most popular rail journey See trains from Madrid to Barcelona on spainrail.com
- Milan to Venice italiatren.com Read first: How to travel around Italy by train: a complete guide for visitors See trains from Milan to Venice on italiatren.com
- Paris to Amsterdam railclick.com Read first: Best way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam (train vs flight) See trains from Paris to Amsterdam on railclick.com
- Madrid to Seville spainrail.com Read first: Madrid to Seville by train: The fastest way to discover Andalusia with Renfe See trains from Madrid to Seville on spainrail.com
- Madrid to Valencia spainrail.com Read first: How to travel around Spain by train: a practical guide for first-time visitors See trains from Madrid to Valencia on spainrail.com
- Madrid to Toledo spainrail.com Read first: Most popular train routes in Europe (travel times and connections) See trains from Madrid to Toledo on spainrail.com
- London to Paris eurorails.com Read first: London to Paris by Eurostar: The Complete Guide to the Journey See trains from London to Paris on eurorails.com
Fares and times change daily, so they live on the booking page, not here.



The art of travel
The journey ismore than getting there.
At RailClick, we believe the best journeys are about more than the destination. They’re about the landscapes you discover, the places you stop and the stories you bring home.
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Incredible landscapes from your window seat.
Discover local stories
Culture, food and people that make each place unique.
Enjoy the journey
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