European Point to Point Train Tickets

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European train travel frequently asked question: what's a point to point Europe train ticket?

You can buy single Europe train tickets, also called point to point tickets, for a particular destination, like Paris to Lyon, and you can buy single Europe train tickets before you leave the US. What's the difference between point to point Europe train tickets and Eurail passes? Eurail passes are created by a consortium of European train carriers which is called "Eurail." A Eurail pass covers unlimited train rides over the course of a chosen number of days and generally covers two, three or more European countries. Get the full scoop on point to point Europe train tickets and Eurail passes:

• Point to Point Europe Train Tickets
• Eurail Passes 101
• Rail Europe Student Discounts

More on Backpacking and Train Travel in Europe: | Night Trains in Europe FAQ | Buy Night Train Tickets | Overnight Trains Save Time, Not Money | Backpacking Europe Tips | How to Take the Train From London to Paris

Photo: Train from Munich to Koln © Kathleen Crislip