February 3rd 2025.
Europe is a land of diverse beauty, from magnificent valleys to towering mountains. It is no wonder that the railway industry is currently experiencing a renaissance. And this week, a new and breathtaking train journey is being launched, connecting seven stunning European cities. With tickets starting at just £99 for a 21-hour trip, it's a great value for money.
The European Sleeper service will run from Brussels to Venice, two cities that are like polar opposites. Brussels is known for its delicious moules frites, while Venice boasts of its picturesque canals. The first journey will take place on February 5th, and the train will make stops at Eindhoven, Cologne, Munich, Innsbruck, and fair Verona. This service was created to offer a sustainable travel option between these cities, many of which are popular winter sports destinations. So, after a day of skiing, why not indulge in some après-ski?
But the journey doesn't just end at these seven cities. In total, there are 15 stops, including Innsbruck, Brennero, and Jenbach. The train will depart from Bruxelles Midi/Brussel Zuid at 6:06 PM and reach Venezia Mestre at 3:00 PM the next day. The return journey will start at 4:15 PM and arrive at 12:38 PM the following day. This service will run once a week until the end of March. Tickets for seats start at €119, but if you want a more luxurious experience, you can opt for a cabin with beds for €239. That's only €9.40 per hour, which is quite a steal.
Europe's diverse landscape is perfect for exploring by train, and tourists are catching on to this trend. In fact, Lonely Planet has ranked the world's most incredible train journeys to take in 2025, and seven European routes have made it to the list. The UK's Settle to Carlisle route has been crowned as the most beautiful train ride in Europe. Other notable journeys include Cannes to Menton in France, The Bernina Express in Switzerland and Italy, The Bergensbanen in Norway, The Caledonian Sleeper in the UK, The Glacier Express in Switzerland, Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, and Nova Gorica to Jesenice in Slovenia.
But if you want to try the longest train journey in the UK, you can opt for the Aberdeen to Penzance route. This 13-hour and 20-minute journey covers 785 miles of breathtaking terrain and has been running for over a hundred years since its introduction in 1921. The train passes through some iconic landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, Bamburgh Castle, and the Fife coastline before reaching the Dawlish seawall in Devon. The train departs from Aberdeen at 8:20 AM and runs directly one way. To return to Aberdeen, you can either change trains in London or make a maximum of five stops at places like Bristol, Newport, Crewe, and Edinburgh.
If you're planning to take the Brussels-Venice sleeper train, here is a list of all the stops and timings. The service will depart from Venezia Mestre at 3:00 PM and reach Bruxelles Midi/Brussel Zuid at 6:00 PM. On the return journey, it will leave Venezia Mestre at 4:15 PM and arrive at Bruxelles Midi/Brussel Zuid at 12:38 PM. Other stops on the Belgium-Italy route include Breda, Eindhoven Centraal, Köln Hbf, München, Kufstein, Wörgl, Jenbach, Innsbruck Hbf, Brennero, Bressanone, Ponte Gardena-Laion, Bolzano/Bozen, and Verona Porta Nuova. On the Italy-Belgium route, the train will make stops at Verona Porta Nuova, Bolzano/Bozen, Ponte Gardena-Laion, Bressanone, Brennero, Innsbruck Hbf, Jenbach, Wörgl, Kufstein, München, Köln Hbf, Eindhoven Centraal, Breda, and Bruxelles Midi/Brussel Zuid. With this new sleeper train, you can easily explore these stunning cities without worrying about the hassle of airport transfers.
So, if you're looking for a sustainable and scenic way to travel between these European cities, the Brussels-Venice sleeper train is an excellent option. And if you're a fan of long train journeys, don't forget to add the Aberdeen to Penzance route to your travel bucket list. Who knows, you may even spot some iconic landmarks along the way.
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