FAQ Night Train: Packing list for your journey

Below is a list of essential items for a good night's sleep. We recommend that you keep these items on hand. A small bag or rucksack that can be easily stowed away and a bum bag for your valuables are best (see also our blog posts Safety on night trains and How much luggage can I take?). This way, you can be sure you can store these essential items in your compartment.

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Travel documents

• Tickets: preferably digital on your smartphone and a printout to be on the safe side
• Identity card or passport
• Visas and other documents if required for your destination

Comfort and sleep

• Sleeping mask and earplugs
• Your pillow if required - ahoy side sleepers
• If you tend to be cold: a jumper or an additional light blanket, warm socks
• Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. The layering principle with several layers of clothing is also worth having an extra T-shirt for sleeping.
• Shoes or slippers to slip into if you need to go to the toilet at night
• Seating coach: neck pillow and blanket if necessary

Hygiene and health

• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Emergency toilet paper/tissues, wet wipes and hand sanitiser
• Your personal medication

Food and drink

See our blog post food and drinks on night trains.

Entertainment

See also our blog post about Entertainment on board.

• Books, e-readers or magazines
• Smartphone or tablet: download films and music in advance. The internet connection is not always stable
• Headphones
• If you are travelling with others: board games

Other

• Charging cable and power bank
• Depending on the destination country: International travel adapter for power sockets
• Credit or debit card, cash in the local currency if necessary
• You can also secure your luggage with a small combination lock (blog Security on the night train).