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Budget Sleeper Train Options Available Across Europe and UK

Travellers seeking affordable overnight rail journeys can find various options across Europe and the UK, with some new services launching or planning to launch.

  • European Sleeper revived the Paris to Berlin night train in March 2026, with one-way tickets in a shared compartment starting from €69.99 (£60).
  • Nox, a Berlin-based startup, plans to offer overnight trains in Europe from 2027, with single rooms starting from €79 (£67).
  • The UK's Night Riviera service from London Paddington to Penzance offers sleeper berths as an additional supplement from £49 in a single cabin.

For those looking to travel overnight without the high cost of luxury options, several budget-friendly sleeper train services are available across Europe and the UK. European Sleeper reintroduced the Paris to Berlin night train connection in March 2026, with prices for a one-way ticket in a shared compartment beginning at €69.99 (£60).

Looking ahead, Berlin-based startup Nox aims to launch overnight trains in Europe from 2027, providing an affordable alternative to short-haul flights. Single rooms on these services are expected to start from €79 (£67).

In the UK, the Night Riviera, which connects London Paddington to Penzance, offers sleeper berths as an additional supplement starting from £49 for a single cabin. The Caledonian Sleeper, linking London to the Scottish Highlands, also provides more basic seating options ranging from £54 to £100.

Other European options include ÖBB Nightjet, with fares for a couchette in a six-berth starting at €19.90 (£17.30), and VR Finnish Railways, where private cabins on the Helsinki to Rovaniemi route start from €49 (£43).

What this means for you: If you are planning to travel across Europe or within the UK, you may find more affordable overnight rail options available, potentially saving on accommodation costs.

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