# HappyRail — 1 platform for all rail travel

> European train ticket booking and reservation platform with price comparison. (iPhone/iPad app by HappyRail B.V..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/happyrail/id1499665883 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [HappyRail B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1125390399)
- Category: Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 7 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 80 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-04-13
- Data updated: 2026-07-18
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/happyrail/id1499665883/reviews.md

## What is HappyRail?

- One app, all train tickets in Europe!
- Always the best price & no booking fees
- All discounts and offers
- Independent price comparison
- Your booked train tickets are saved directly in the app

The ultimate travel - Traveling by train is seeing, experiencing and enjoying from the moment you board. It is comfortable, relaxing, fascinating and great fun. You don't have to do anything. Just sit, look outside, enjoy the landscape or a good book. Wait quietly until you arrive at your destination. Those who travel for business can work at ease, especially in first class. Many international trains are very comfortable. Traveling on European trains is a special experience. For many people, traveling by train is the only real way to travel.

Book international train tickets quickly and easily - HappyRail now makes booking a train trip throughout Europe particularly easy. All train tickets, reservations and Interrail passes at one address. As a true train specialist, we always look for the most affordable and comfortable train journeys. We provide independent advice. For many train journeys, the earlier you book, the cheaper the journey.

Book cheap train tickets directly online from:
- Deutsche Bahn / Germany
- Eurostar / Paris, Brussels, London, Amsterdam
- SNCF / France, including all TGVs including Paris-Barcelona
- NS International / Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg
- National Rail UK / United Kingdom, Wales, Scotland, England
- Renfe / Spain
- Trenitalia / Italy
- SBB / Switzerland
- ÖBB / Austria
- ÖBB Nightjet / night trains in Europe, including Munich - Rome and Amsterdam - Vienna
- Regiojet / Czech Republic, Austria
- Italo / Italy
- Glacier Express / Switzerland
- Bernina Express / Switzerland

Interrail Reservations - Book all your reservations for your Interrail or Eurail pass via the HappyRail app. Including: reservations in Spain for AVE trains (Renfe), Italy for all Frecciarossa trains (Trenitalia), SBB, Glacier Express, Bernina Express, almost all night trains in Europe (ÖBB Nightjet), Deutsche Bahn including seat selection on map and National Rail UK.

What gives the best chance of cheap train tickets?

1) Book early (day trains can be booked three months before the travel date, Eurostar four months before the travel date and night trains often 6 months before the travel date, advance bookings are recommended);
2) Avoid busy travel dates - for example Saturdays during school holidays, discount rates are hardly available;
3) Compare rates (or have them compared), for example the difference between the lowest rate NS International and DB Bahn can be 100%, HappyRail always looks for the most advantageous and comfortable travel option;
4) Travelling during the week, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday gives the best chance of discount rates.

How much does a train ticket cost?

The price of international train tickets in Europe depends on:

- How far in advance booked
- Busy/less busy travel date
- Booking via which railway company/carrier
- Use of train passes
- Type of train (for example ICE/IC)
- Number of people (in connection with group travel discounts)
- Ages (children, depending on age sometimes free)
- Discount cards

Book Train Tickets Online
All cheap European train tickets can now be booked online easily and quickly, no booking costs, online tickets directly in your mailbox and the app.

85,000 train destinations in Europe
Book cheap international train tickets online directly to France, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, London and most destinations in Great Britain, Switzerland, Austria, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Denmark and Poland. Price quote for train tickets to Italy, Spain, Russia, Eastern Europe, Scandinavia

## Key features

- All European train tickets in one app
- Independent price comparison
- Finds best prices and discounts
- Stores booked train tickets
- Book Interrail and Eurail reservations
- Covers major European rail operators


## Frequently asked questions about HappyRail

### Does HappyRail have ads?

HappyRail does not contain advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience.

### How much does HappyRail cost?

HappyRail is available for free, with no booking fees charged for train tickets.

### What is the update frequency of HappyRail?

The app was last updated on October 10, 2025, indicating regular maintenance and updates.

### What devices support HappyRail?

HappyRail is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for HappyRail?

HappyRail has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### What do users like about HappyRail?

Users appreciate the convenience of having all European train tickets in one app and the independent price comparison feature.

### What are the best times to book cheap train tickets with HappyRail?

Booking early is recommended, with day trains available three months in advance, Eurostar four months, and night trains often six months ahead. Traveling during the week, especially Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, also increases the chance of discount rates.

### Can I book reservations for Interrail or Eurail passes through HappyRail?

Yes, HappyRail allows you to book all your reservations for Interrail or Eurail passes, including those for popular services like AVE trains, Frecciarossa, and various night trains.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.8 — 2025-10-10

Book tickets across Europe even more easily! If you’re an EU citizen, you can now also enter the required travel details for trips to the UK (e.g. Eurostar to London) directly in the app.

### 1.3.5 — 2025-06-05

Seat maps added for Renfe, Trenitalia and SNCF (TGV/INOUI).

### 1.3.4 — 2025-03-04

Up-to-date departure times inside/through Germany and within Switzerland directly in the app. This makes booking and traveling with the HappyRail app even easier.

### 1.3.3 — 2025-02-13

See your actual departure times right in the app

### 1.3.1 — 2024-12-20

New, fresh calendar.
Booking all train tickets in Europe made even easier.

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