Author: Mike

I'm Mike. I live in Boston, and I've put more miles on European trains than I've bothered to count.

Rail Motus is where I write it down: which rail passes are actually worth the money, which routes deserve a slow afternoon, and the small tricks that make a complicated network feel easy.

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What Happened to Eurail? The Interrail Rebrand Explained

In September 2026, Eurail retired its brand name worldwide to unify under Interrail. Here's how the unified pass works, what changed, and what it means for your trip.

Interrail Pass Reservations

Despite mandatory reservations, for most of Europe, the Interrail Pass is still your ticket to easy train travel.

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Can Americans Buy an Interrail Pass Now?

On Sept 9, 2026, Eurail folded into Interrail. Everyone buys Interrail now. Here's how checkout works for US citizens, what happened to old Eurail passes, and what to expect on board.

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Interrail for Seniors Over 60: The 10% Discount

Travelers 60 and over get 10% off any Interrail Pass. Put it toward 1st class, and know when a national senior railcard is the cheaper choice.

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Freewheeling Train Travel in Europe

Invest in an Interrail pass as your ticket to freedom, pack light, and discover Europe as you please.

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Interrail Pass Tips and Travel Hacks

At Rail Motus, we firmly believe that the Interrail Global Pass is a game-changer.

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Do Reservations Ruin the Interrail Pass?

Interrail pass and reservations: treat France, Spain, and Eurostar like an airline flight. For Italy, budget extra. Treat the rest of Europe as walk-on transit.