- I booked a shared sleeper cabin on an overnight train from Austria to Italy in October 2022.
- I thought a sleeper train would be the best way to maximize my days while exploring Europe.
- A few surprises along the way, such as a lack of privacy and a restless night, changed my mind.
When I decided to squeeze four countries into a two-week backpacking trip to Europe, I traveled by train. It was my first time visiting Germany, Austria, Italy, and Switzerland, so I wanted to maximize my time exploring each country.
When I realized that my train ride from Vienna to Venice, Italy, would be 11 hours long, I thought traveling through the night seemed like the best way to free up my days. Sharing a sleeper cabin with strangers also helped me do it on a budget.
My ticket, which cost $84, included a bunk in a shared cabin and a light breakfast. I was excited to move through the night and spend my days adventuring.
But a few surprises along the way made me think that, ultimately, this ride wasn’t worth the time saved.
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