Operator profile

European Sleeper

European Sleeper is an independent Belgian-Dutch night-train start-up that launched its first Brussels–Amsterdam–Berlin–Prague route in May 2023, filling a gap left after most international sleepers were cut in the 2000s-2010s. It is now expanding into new corridors, including Paris (March 2026) and, planned, Milan (September 2026).

Founded
2021
Operator
Netherlands
Booking & tickets
Sales open ~120 days ahead
Official website

Key facts

Overview

Refurbished couchette and sleeper carriages leased from partner railways, arranged in Budget (seat), Classic (couchette) and Comfort (sleeper) categories.

Baggage

Standard free baggage allowance with luggage racks in each compartment; no strict weight enforcement.

Boarding

No formal check-in desk; passengers are advised to arrive 20-30 minutes before departure.

Cancellation

Refund/exchange policy varies by fare class; cheapest Budget fares are largely non-refundable.

Runs 3x weekly per corridor rather than daily, reflecting its small independent fleet. Paris–Berlin launched 26 March 2026; Brussels/Amsterdam–Milan is planned to launch 9 September 2026 and was not yet operating as of mid-2026.

Rail passes

EurailNo
InterrailNo

As an independent open-access operator, European Sleeper does not currently participate in the Eurail/Interrail pass network; full fares apply to all passengers.

Routes operated