How strict are the residency checks for Interrail passes for non-EU citizens?

1. Can non EU citizens Interrail?
2. Can UK citizens go Interrailing?
3. Can Americans buy Interrail?
4. Are Interrail passes worth it?
5. Which is cheaper Eurail or InterRail?
6. Are InterRail and Eurail the same thing?
7. How much money do you need for Interrailing?
8. Is there an age limit for Interrailing?
9. Does Interrailing still exist?
10. Is Interrail only for students?
11. Can you go Interrailing at 16?
12. How much does Interrailing cost for a month?

Can non EU citizens Interrail?

An Interrail Pass can be used by European citizens. Non-European citizens can use a Eurail Pass instead, available from Eurail.com for the same price as an Interrail Pass. If you're not a European citizen, but you are a permanent resident of Europe, you can also use an Interrail Pass.

Can UK citizens go Interrailing?

If you're a UK citizen, you can still travel with an Interrail Pass – this won't change as a result of the Brexit. ... Interrail travellers from outside the UK will continue to be able to use their Interrail Pass to travel in the UK, too.

Can Americans buy Interrail?

Americans can travel with Interrail if they reside in Europe for more than six months. This must be proven with official documents. Otherwise, a Eurail Pass must be purchased, which is today almost the same as the Interrail Pass. Buy Interrail Pass!

Are Interrail passes worth it?

The idea of an InterRail pass is that it saves a lot of money versus expensive last-minute tickets. ... So if you're organised (you can normally book 90 days in advance) and know where and when you want to go, it's often cheaper to book single tickets.

Which is cheaper Eurail or InterRail?

The Eurail offers a lot more options: you can still buy a one-country pass (though InterRail is cheaper), but you can also get two-country and regional passes. ... The cheapest option for both tickets is if you're 25 or under: the one-month pass costs €422 for InterRail and €568 for Eurail.

Are InterRail and Eurail the same thing?

Eurail and InterRail are both rail passes, and while they are similar there is one critical difference - who can buy them. Eurail Passes are only for non-European citizens or residents. InterRail Passes are only for European citizens or residents.

How much money do you need for Interrailing?

We would advise allowing for around 50-100 euros per day, do you have to spend this exact amount every day? No. Different factors will come into play, for example, one of the days you may want to do a tour that costs around 15-20 euros, but you still need to allow money for eating, public transport etc.

Is there an age limit for Interrailing?

There is no age limit for Interrail. But there are different prices depending on your age. Children up to 11 years travel free of charge with their parents and Interrail.

Does Interrailing still exist?

The UK's decades-long membership of the Interrail scheme, which allows people to travel around Europe on a single train ticket, is to end. From January 2020, UK rail journeys will no longer be covered by either the Interrail or Eurail passes, said Rail Delivery Group (RDG), which represents UK train operators.

Is Interrail only for students?

Interrailing might be most commonly associated with students and the 18-30 crowd; hanging out in hostels and slumming it with a backpack and a bunch of mates. But the face of backpacking is becoming more and more varied, and interrail for older travellers is a growing trend.

Can you go Interrailing at 16?

Many travel companies are only for travellers over 18, but luckily we are more than happy to accommodate 16 and 17-year-olds provided we have the consent of your parents or guardian.

How much does Interrailing cost for a month?

If you plan on doing a lot of travelling, especially long distance or across borders, interrailing gets you decent value for money and saves you hassle along the way. As a rough guide, a month-long continuous pass works out at around £14/day if you travel every day.