TRAIN TRAVEL
Slow down and turn the journey into part of the adventure
Swap airport queues for panoramic views, travel through incredible landscapes and discover that some of the best moments happen between the destinations.
Why choose train travel?
Travelling by train is about more than simply getting from A to B: it's about enjoying the journey itself. Watch the scenery change outside your window, arrive directly in the heart of each destination and skip the long airport queues. Whether you're crossing Europe with an Interrail Pass or speeding through Japan on the famous Shinkansen, travelling by rail lets you experience a country in a completely different way.
Train travel is also one of the most flexible ways to explore. Stay longer in the places you love, make spontaneous stops along the route and discover destinations you might otherwise have missed.
Stunning train routes
Take the Shinkansen in Japan
Travel by train through Japan
Discover Europe by train
Need help planning your train trip?
Our travel experts can help you refine your ideas, pick the right destinations and plan your trip from start to finish.
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Explore Europe and Japan by rail
With KILROY, you can travel by train across Europe with an Interrail Pass or discover Japan using a Japan Rail Pass. Both options give you the freedom to build your own itinerary while enjoying efficient, comfortable and reliable train networks.
In Europe, you can travel between dozens of countries, from the Norwegian fjords to the Mediterranean coast, while Japan's world-famous railway system connects vibrant cities like Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka with beautiful countryside, mountains and traditional towns. Whether you're planning a short city break or a multi-week adventure, train travel makes it easy to experience more.
Travel by train through Japan
Travel through Europe with Interrail
The iconic Shinkansen in Japan
Frequently asked questions
Planning a rail adventure? Here are the answers to some of the questions we get asked most often.
KILROY offers rail travel in several ways. If you want the freedom to travel independently, you can explore more than 30 European countries with an Interrail Pass or discover Japan's world-famous railway network with a Japan Rail Pass.
If you'd rather join an organised adventure, we also offer group trips that include iconic train journeys through destinations such as Vietnam, Thailand, India, China, Egypt and Japan. These trips combine unforgettable rail experiences with local highlights, making it easy to discover a country while travelling alongside like-minded adventurers.
An Interrail Pass gives European residents flexible access to train travel across most of Europe. Depending on the pass you choose, you can travel in one country or across multiple countries over a set number of travel days.
The Japan Rail Pass gives you unlimited travel on most JR trains, including many of Japan's famous Shinkansen (bullet trains). It's one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to explore multiple destinations across Japan.
Absolutely! Many travellers combine rail travel with activities such as hiking, surfing, language courses or group tours. Travelling by train makes it easy to build your own itinerary and experience several destinations in one trip.
ou should travel by train if you...
...love watching incredible landscapes
Watch mountains, coastlines and countryside roll by from the comfort of your seat.
...believe the journey is part of the adventure
Take the scenic route and enjoy every mile, not just the destination.
...prefer stress-free travel
Book your rail pass before you leave and skip the hassle of buying separate tickets or figuring everything out at the station.
