Overnight journey from Zurich to Amsterdam starting at 50 EUR
There currently are a variety of options to travel by night train or night bus from Zurich (Switzerland) to Amsterdam (Netherlands), taking between approximately 11 and 15 hours: Namely the IC 60402, the NJ 402 and the 001ZA. These lines are operated by DB, ÖBB and Twiliner.
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.
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?
Seats are for the bravest, while couchettes and sleepers provide a more comfortable journey. In the couchettes, you can find simple and rather narrow berths, while the sleepers are equipped with proper beds 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 sometimes include a private bathroom or even a shower, sometimes only a sink.
Twiliner
Twiliner is a bus company that redefines overnight travel by bus in Europe. The buses feature special seats that can be transformed into beds at the touch of a button. The vehicles are equipped with spacious toilets, changing rooms and a snack bar and run on HVO diesel for reduced emissions.
What makes the Twiliner seat unique?
Twiliner buses are equipped with special seats that can be completely laid flat. This patent-pending technology works at the touch of a button and is equipped with a safety system that enables travel in any position.
What amenities are available on board?
All seats are equipped with Wi-Fi and power outlets. The buses have a toilet, a changing room and a snack bar with drinks and snacks. Each seat includes storage, a folding table, USB charging ports and reading light. Water, coffee and internet are included in the service.
What are the luggage regulations?
Per person, Twiliner includes one suitcase (maximum 23 kg) and one carry-on item (maximum 5 kg). These are transported in the luggage compartment. At the seat itself there is only space for small bags or backpacks. Additional luggage incurs charges.
How does safety work?
For the lying position, Twiliner has a special safety system where seat belts and sleeping bags are mandatory. The company works with bus operators whose drivers are trained for nighttime long-distance routes. Two drivers per journey alternate.
For the next 7 dates with connections, the cheapest offer starts at 50 EUR. Check our connection pages below for all availabilities!