FAQ Night Train: How do I pass the time when I'm not sleeping?
Author: Niklas Jäggi
Read: Pack a good book, an e-reader or a few magazines.
The most obvious is to relax and sleep. Use the time to rest and be fresh and rested for your arrival at your destination.
Download your favourite music, podcasts or audio books to your smartphone or tablet.
You can also enjoy the view while it's still daylight.
Conversations: Travelling by train is an excellent opportunity to get to know new people. Good icebreakers are questions about your destination and place of origin or past night train experiences.
If you are travelling last minute, plan your stay at your destination😉
Card games or small board games are great ways to pass the time if you travel in a group. The author's current favourite is the card game Monopoly Deal (not to be confused with the original Monopoly).
Films and series: Many overnight trains offer WiFi, but to ensure you have access to entertainment at all times, download films and series to your device in advance.
The author often uses the time to tidy up his smartphone.
This blog post is part of our «FAQ Night Train» series. Here, you'll find all the valuable tips and tricks we've collected on many night train journeys.
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