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- Paris – London (Eurostar)
- Milan – Zurich (Trenitalia and SBB)
- Amsterdam – Brussels (Eurostar)
- Frankfurt – Brussels (ICE)
- Barcelona – Madrid (AVE, Renfe, OUIGO, IRYO)
- Book corporate train travel across Europe with Roundtrip
1. Paris – London (Eurostar)
The Eurostar is Europe’s most famous rail provider, operating across the English Channel to connect London and Paris, two of Europe’s largest business hubs. Instead of going through Heathrow or Charles De Gaulle, two of the world’s biggest airports, you can get between these cities in just 2 hours and 15 minutes by train. The journey is so smooth that it’s almost impossible to tell when you cross the border between countries.
This route is one of the most popular amongst business travelers in Europe with an average of 15 trains per day. Travelers only have to arrive at the station 30 minutes before boarding with a faster security and passport control system than at airports.
Paris’ Gare du Nord and London’s St Pancras International Station are both based in their respective city centers for easy onward travel. Unlike the two city’s major airports, each located at least a 40-minute travel time from the city center, this train brings you just a few underground stops away from London’s business hubs. This Eurostar route emits an average of 95% less CO2 than an equivalent flight.
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Eurostar offers standard, plus, and premier tickets with lounges available at both train stations to keep you productive on the go. A Plus ticket entitles travelers to a light on-board meal, served at your seat, while a premier ticket includes a fine-dining experience with priority security and extra luggage allowance. With trains on average every 30 minutes, this is one of the top business travel routes in Europe.
A Eurostar ticket comes without the hidden fees of an airline ticket and includes two items of luggage and a personal bag. Booking early means your business train ticket may cost less than your luggage on a comparable flight between Paris and London.
2. Milan – Zurich (Trenitalia and SBB)
Train travel gives you scenic routes and breathtaking views you can’t fully appreciate from the air. Sit back and relax in your train carriage as you take in the iconic Alps on this popular route between Milan and Zurich. With a journey time of 3 hours and 17 minutes, this train travels between two of Europe’s most popular business destinations for financial professionals.
The extensive business class options are more affordable than a business class plane ticket with extra amenities to make your journey more comfortable. A train for this journey produces approximately 40x less CO2 emissions than taking the same journey by plane.
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Roundtrip allows you to choose between multiple carriers with Trenitalia and SBB offering the fastest routes. Our user-friendly interface makes it easy to compare prices and find the best deal by filtering results based on your preferences.
SWISS Federal Railways (SBB) has recently announced its plans to expand its Milan – Zurich route with additional services, making this train journey even more popular for business travelers. This route is jointly managed by SBB and Trenitalia with the newly launched “Giruno” train operating throughout the route with a restaurant car, free Wi-Fi, and power sockets at every seat.
3. Amsterdam – Brussels (Eurostar)
Brussels is one of the most important cities in Europe, as a hub for international business and the home of numerous international organizations and companies. Amsterdam is a major connecting route for business travelers from the United States, particularly those traveling with KLM Airlines.
Over 20% of flights in 2023 were canceled or delayed with this train route being a more reliable and faster option for business travelers. You’ll get from Amsterdam to Brussels in less time than you’ll spend at the airport before getting on the plane. If you’re traveling for business between Amsterdam and Brussels, the 1 hour and 50-minute travel journey is the shortest travel time between these two cities. Avoid the stress of an airport with easy boarding, regular trains, and no hidden costs for luggage.
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This high-speed train operates three classes of cabin: standard, plus, and premier. The premier class includes food and wine, ideal for business travelers commuting during mealtimes.
Like all Eurostar routes, this business route uses dynamic pricing, so book early for the best availability. Bookings for this route open 4 months in advance with plus and premier tickets starting from €45 and €92 respectively.
4. Frankfurt – Brussels (ICE)
Frankfurt is the financial capital of Germany and home to one of Europe’s busiest financial districts. The Frankfurt – Brussels train route is frequently used by banking and financial professionals with ICE’s high-speed train system making the journey an average of 3 hours.
This route to Brussels allows professionals to travel easily from Germany’s financial capital to Brussels, the home of Europe’s main institutions and EU organizations. Both train stations are conveniently located in their respective city centers with public transport and private transfers accessible nearby.
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Business class tickets are available at a significantly reduced rate compared to airline tickets, especially when booking more than 6 weeks in advance. Our adjustable payment options give you the flexibility of booking using a credit limit, debit card, credit card, or bank transfer.
This popular business travel route runs from 06:27 am to 6:29 pm with a later final departure on weekends at 8:16 pm. There’s an average of 26 trains per day from Frankfurt to Brussels, giving you more flexibility and freedom than airline travel.
5. Barcelona – Madrid (AVE, Renfe, OUIGO, IRYO)
If you’re heading to Spain for business, the AVE, Renfe, OUIGO, and IRYO trains are the easiest way to travel across the country. These trains are a high-speed service between Spain’s two major cities, Madrid and Barcelona, with spacious carriages and frequent departures.
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This business travel route is popular for companies with offices or clients in both cities. The travel time of 2 hours and 30 minutes makes it a faster journey than going by plane with the added flexibility of frequent trains and speedy boarding. Roundtrip makes it easy to find the best business travel option to suit your budget and schedule.
This popular corporate travel route has at least 10 trains daily, typically departing at the hour or twenty-five past. The earliest train departs Barcelona at 5:50 am with the final departure to Madrid at 9:25 pm on weekdays and weekends.
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