Seat & Sleeper Reservations
A ticket or a railpass will get you on most trains, however it does not ensure a seat. Please note that reservation & supplement fees are not included in the price of your pass. Reservations can be made up to 60 days in advance (90 days on some services) of travel or at the train station on the date of departure. Most high-speed and all overnight trains require reservations, including many of the trains in France, Spain and Italy. In order to avoid being assessed a fine on board, we strongly recommend that you make a reservation in advance. Night train accommodations are not included with any railpass and should be purchased separately. Reservations can be made at a train station or through this site if you are sure of your travel itinerary.
A reservation will ensure that you have accommodation in a certain train, on a certain day and at a certain time. More information on seating can be obtained during the booking process, when making your individual train reservation.