According to several news outlets, the project, a collaboration between France’s national railway company SNCF and Germany’s Deutsche Bahn, will enable travellers to move between the two capitals in approximately eight hours. This initiative aims to revitalise cross-border train travel in an era when eco-friendly transport and alternatives to air travel are becoming increasingly important. The train will connect Berlin Hauptbahnhof and Paris Gare de L’Est and stop at the major cities of Strasbourg, Frankfurt, and Karlsruhe.
With tickets expected to start around €60, the service aims to be both affordable and accessible, catering to a wide range of travellers, including business professionals, tourists, and environmentally-conscious commuters. Train travel has a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to air travel, and the introduction of this route aligns with broader European Union goals to reduce carbon emissions. The train will run at high speed, ensuring that passengers enjoy a comfortable and time-efficient experience.
Rail travel is generally being revitalised across the continent, with governments and rail operators pushing for enhanced international connectivity as part of broader climate initiatives. The launch of this Paris–Berlin link reflects a shift toward more extensive use of railways for long-distance travel, echoing the success of similar initiatives in recent years, such as the night trains that have already been reintroduced between several European cities.
