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OBB Nightjet (international)
If you will be taking a journey by Nightjet trains our guide will tell you all you need to know, from boarding, to making the most of the journey experience.
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At a Glance
Travel Pass Supplement
Rail Pass Reservation Fees
Reservations
Compulsory
Time of Day
Night
Train Specification
Attributes of the train
Has a Conductor
Travel Passes
Eurail
InterRail
On Board
Deluxe Sleeping cabin:
Perks
Power Socket
The power sockets on this train are compatible with standard E.U. two point plugs.
WiFi
A complimentary WiFi portal is available throughout this train.
Bed linen and slippers provided
Shower and toilet in cabin (with complimentary shower gel, soap and towels)
(the higher price for travelling in the Deluxe cabins is justified by the fact that these cabins contain a shower cubicle, aside from that there is little difference to a Standard Cabin)
All sleeping cabin tickets (standard and deluxe) also include:
(1) Complimentary - bottle of mineral water, sweets, an evening aperitif, large breakfast with a choice of items brought to the cabin, re-fills of hot drinks and newspaper.
(2) Access to menu of additional (paid for) snacks/drinks served in the cabin.
(3) Access to OBB 1st class lounges.
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Standard sleeping cabin:
Perks
Power Socket
The power sockets on this train are compatible with standard E.U. two point plugs.
WiFi
A complimentary WiFi portal is available throughout this train.
Bed linen and slippers provided
Washing facilities in cabin (sink/basin with soap and towels)
All sleeping cabin tickets (standard and deluxe) also include:
(1) Complimentary - bottle of mineral water, sweets, an evening aperitif, large breakfast with a choice of items brought to the cabin, re-fills of hot drinks and newspaper.
(2) Access to menu of additional (paid for) snacks/drinks served in the cabin.
(3) Access to OBB 1st class lounges.
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Couchettes
Perks
WiFi
A complimentary WiFi portal is available throughout this train.
A berth in a 4 berth compartments is more expensive than in a 6 berth
Berths in female only compartments are available.
Sheets and pillows are provided.
Washing facilities are available (shared with the other compartments)
Complimentary bottle of mineral water and breakfast tray provided.
Travellers also have access to a non-complimentary menu of additional (paid for) snacks/drinks served in the cabin.
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Compartment seats:
Perks
WiFi
A complimentary WiFi portal is available throughout this train.
These are seats that face each other that can occasionally, in theory, be pulled flat to create a sort of bed.
However, to make use of this facility you need to have a spare seat opposite to yours.
The seats are grouped in rows of 3, so a total of six seats, can be arranged so that three people can lie down on one large bed (cosy).
However, this isn't guaranteed.
If too many seats are occupied then converting them into beds won't be possible.
And on many of these trains, there won't be an option to flatten the seats, so the travel experience in terms of comfort, will be no different to being on a daytime train.
Washing facilities are available.
Drinks and snacks are available from vending machines.
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Nightjet travel summary:
This article by a travel journalist also showcases the experience of travelling on a Nightjet.
There is also a great article with some really useful additional insights into taking these trains, which you can find HERE - great job Edward!
These trains convey:
- Compartment Seats (Sitzwagen)
- Couchettes (Liegewagen); 4 berths AND 6 berths
- Standard sleeping cars (Schlafwagen) with 3 bed, 2 bed and 1 cabins
- Deluxe sleeping cars (Schlafwagen) with 3 bed, 2 bed and 1 cabins
Rail pass reservations:
The reservation fees when using Eurail or InterRail passes to travel on a Nightjet
Seat = €14
Berth in 6-bed couchette = €20
Beth in 4-bed couchette = €30
Bed in standard 3-bed sleeping cabin = €60
Bed in standard 2-bed sleeping cabin = €80
Bed in standard 1-bed sleeping cabin = €130
Bed in deluxe 3-bed sleeping cabin = €80
Bed in deluxe 2-bed sleeping cabin = €100
Bed in deluxe 1-bed sleeping cabin = €150
In effect the rail pass covers the travel costs and not the cost of travelling in any of the train accommodation, rail pass users in effect pay a higher seat reservation fee than that charged to ticket holders.
So with the prices of the journey element of taking a Nightjet typically being available from €29.90, when first placed on sale), it's worth thinking about the cost per day of using your pass, when considering whether your rail pass will be value for money when taking these trains.
How to book these rail pass reservations for the Nightjet on the OBB (Austrian Railways) website - no booking fees payable.
When booking these reservations on the OBB website, it doesn't ask whether you will be travelling with First or Second class rail passes, so you can book any of these types of accommodation, regardless of what pass you are using, as long as it is a Global pass valid on your travel dates.
When these reservations could be booked on the DB (German railways) website, only First Class pass users could book 1-bed cabins, so if you want to travel in a 1-bed cabin with a Second Class pass, book the reservation with OBB.
Travelling with children:
Nightjet trains have family couchette compartments with 6 berths, which are sold at flat rate price - so are particularly good value if you will occupying 4 or more berths.
When making a booking on the OBB website, you will automatically be offered a 'Family Compartment' if the combination of travellers you enter, meets the criteria.
Children also travel at discounted rates in sleeping cabins on Nightjets, but the price per bed isn't particularly cheaper - but there are savings to be made if up to two children share bed.
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