Child train fare - ticket prices, travel conditions and required documents

🚨 Need information about children travelling on trains?

We've gathered all the information you need about children travelling on trains.

Here you'll find the terms of transport for children, the steps to book a ticket for your little travellers, as well as tips to ensure an enjoyable journey for all passengers.

Our goal is to make your train travel experience as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, for you and your children.

Before buying a train ticket, it's essential to know how to book a train ticket, to know the train timetables, the price of train tickets as well as the departure and arrival stations.

If you still have questions before setting off on your train journey, we certainly have the answers:

• Not sure what luggage to bring on the train?
  Here's the full train luggage policy.
• What train ticket refunds are you entitled to?
  See our page on train ticket refunds.
• Is your train delayed?
  Find out about the refund policy for train delays.
• Want to pay less for your train tickets?
  Discover loyalty and season ticket programmes for trains!.
• Need to cancel your train ticket?
  Check out the page on train ticket cancellations.
• Got a bike?
  Visit the page to find out everything about the conditions for taking bikes on trains.
• Want to travel with your pet?
  Visit the page to find out everything about the conditions for taking pets on trains.
• Not sure what luggage to bring on the train?
  Here's the full train luggage policy.

Travelling by train with children can be a pleasant, stress-free experience if you're well prepared.

Trains offer a range of services and amenities for families, as well as advantageous fares for children.

Child fares and discounts

Travelling by train with children can be economical thanks to the special fares and discounts available.

Child train ticket fare

• Children under 4 usually travel free, if they don't occupy a separate seat.
• For children aged 4 to 12, significant discounts are often available (up to 50% off).

Discounts and special offers

• Train companies often offer special deals during school holidays.
• Discount cards for large families may also be available.

Services and Amenities

Modern trains offer a variety of services to make children's journeys comfortable and enjoyable.

Compartments and equipment for families

• Family compartments: Spaces specially designed for families with children are available on some trains.
• Changing tables: Changing tables are often available in train toilets.

Booking and seats for children on trains

It's important to know how to manage bookings and seats when travelling with children.

Do you need to book a seat for a child

• For children under 4, a separate seat isn't necessary, but it can be useful to book one for extra comfort.
• For children aged 4 and over, booking a seat is compulsory.

Booking policies for families

• Some train companies offer options to book adjacent seats for families.

Child safety

Children's safety is paramount when travelling by train.

Safety rules for children travelling by train

• Always accompany children in stations and on trains.
• Use the seat belts available on some trains for children.

Protocols in case of a problem

• Inform children of the safety instructions and emergency exits.
• In case of a problem, contact the train staff immediately.

Minors travelling alone by train

Children can travel alone under certain conditions, but this depends on the train company and country.

Minimum age to travel alone

• In general, children must be at least 12 years old to travel alone.
• Escort services are often available for children under 12.

Requirements for children travelling unaccompanied

• Parental authorisation: Written parental consent is often required.
• Supervision services: Train companies offer supervision services for children travelling alone.