Night train from Basel to Erfurt starting at 40 EUR
There currently are a variety of options to travel by night train from Basel (Switzerland) to Erfurt (Germany), taking between approximately 5 and 7 hours: Namely the EN 40459, the NJ 409 and the IC 60409. These lines are operated by ÖBB and DB.
ÖBB
The Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) operate the Nightjet and Euronight trains (the latter together with other national railway agencies).
What types of carriages are available on ÖBB trains?
The ÖBB usually offer three types of carriages in their night trains: seats, couchettes, and sleepers.
What's the difference between seats, couchettes, and sleeper cars?
While seats are only for the bravest, couchettes and sleepers offer a more comfortable journey. The couchettes usually feature simple and rather narrow berths, while the sleepers boast beds with duvets and pillows and sometimes even a private bathroom. Couchettes can hold up to six people, whereas sleepers are private compartments for one to three people.
What amenities do sleeper cars offer?
They may include a private bathroom or shower, or sometimes just a sink.
DB
Does Deutsche Bahn still operate night trains?
Deutsche Bahn (DB) exited the actual night train business in 2016. However, it operates around a dozen Intercity and Eurocity trains that run exclusively at night.
What are the travel conditions like on these trains?
In these night trains, there are only first and second class seats. The lights stay on all the time and there is no way to recline the seats.
For the next 7 dates with connections, the cheapest offer starts at 40 EUR. Check our connection pages below for all availabilities!