Paris–Berlin Night Train 2026: Schedule, Prices & How to Book

The Paris–Berlin night train is back. European Sleeper relaunched this classic cross-continent sleeper on 26 March 2026, running three nights a week in each direction via Brussels. Here is the full 2026 timetable, what every cabin class costs, how Interrail works on the route, and exactly how to book.

At a glance

Why this route matters in 2026

For decades the Paris–Berlin sleeper was a staple of European overland travel — then it vanished. European Sleeper's return fills one of the biggest gaps in the night-train map: a direct link between France and Germany's capitals without flying. Combined with the operator's existing Brussels–Berlin/Prague service, Brussels and Berlin are now connected by sleeper on six nights a week.

The train also slots neatly into wider trips. Pair it with Eurostar from London → Paris, or continue east from Berlin on Berlin → Prague or Berlin → Munich. Our Grand Night-Train Loop itinerary uses this exact leg.

Full timetable

Paris → Berlin (train ES 475)

Berlin → Paris (train ES 474)

Always confirm times on europeansleeper.eu/timetable before travel — engineering works can shift departures.

Cabin classes and prices

European Sleeper uses four fare bands. Fares are dynamic — treat figures as planning floors from European Sleeper marketing (Aug 2026), not a live quote; confirm on europeansleeper.eu before you book. Book early for the lowest fares.

For most travellers the Classic couchette is the sweet spot: you actually sleep, and once Classic inventory opens (often marketed from ~€79.99) it frequently beats a hotel plus a daytime train. Comfort Plus is worth it for couples or anyone who wants privacy.

How to book — step by step

1. Pick your direction and date. Remember: Paris→Berlin runs Tue/Thu/Sun; Berlin→Paris runs Mon/Wed/Fri.
2. Go to europeansleeper.eu. This is the only official sales channel — tickets are not on SNCF Connect or DB.
3. Select ES 475 (Paris–Berlin) or ES 474 (Berlin–Paris).
4. Choose your cabin class and enter passenger details.
5. Pay and download your ticket. Arrive at Paris-Est or Berlin Gesundbrunnen about 20 minutes before departure.

For daytime connections into Paris or out of Berlin, search live times on EuroRail Times — try Paris → London, Frankfurt → Paris or Berlin → Hamburg.

Interrail and Eurail

Global Pass holders can ride this train but must buy a berth reservation separately — the pass covers the rail fare only. Reservation supplements typically start around €11 for a seat and €25–35 for a couchette. Book the "reservation only" option at europeansleeper.eu. See our 10-day Interrail route guide for pass maths.

Paris–Berlin night train vs flying

Paris and Berlin are roughly 880 km apart. A flight takes 90 minutes in the air, but add 2–3 hours for airport transfers, security and check-in. The sleeper departs city-centre at dinner time and lands you in the other capital at breakfast — with a hotel night saved. On carbon footprint the train wins by a wide margin. For a deeper comparison across Europe, see our overview of new night trains in 2026.