Night trains to Paris canceled: Austrian carrier named the reason.

Cancellation of night trains to Paris

According to The Sun: Two night routes connecting European cities with Paris will cease to exist due to lack of funding.

The Austrian railway operator ÖBB announced that both routes will end their operation at the end of this year.

Two routes offered by the Nightjet train are being canceled Alamy The night train connects 25 cities in Europe OBB/HARALDE EISENBERGER

The Nightjet train running between Paris and Berlin and Vienna will stop operating from December 2025.

The ÖBB railway operator stated that the reason for the cancellation of routes was the French government's decision to withdraw financial support.

In its statement, ÖBB noted:

“The French railway company SNCF Voyageurs has been informed by the Ministry of Transport in Paris that state contracts for night trains Vienna-Paris and Berlin-Paris will be terminated from 2026.”

 

“Night trains can only operate with the participation of international partners. ÖBB regrets that after the withdrawal of French partners, both night routes will no longer be offered from December 14, 2025.”

The Nightjet train between Paris and Berlin resumed operations on December 11, 2023, after a nine-year break.

The route between Paris and Vienna was launched in December 2021.

This year is not the first time routes have been canceled; the Nightjet train connecting Berlin and Brussels ceased operations in March 2025 after more than a year of operation.

Alternatives and popularity of Nightjet

Despite the cancellation of routes to France, Nightjet still offers travel to 25 cities in Europe.

Among the most popular routes are Vienna to Rome and Hamburg to Zurich.

Passengers traveling by night train can choose a budget option — a seat in a common car.

Sleeping cars are also available, which, according to Nightjet information, provide 'maximum comfort'.

Commodities are designed for three persons and have a separate shower and toilet. They also come with towels and toiletries, such as soap, slippers, and earplugs.

The bed is fully made, and in the morning, passengers can enjoy dishes from the à la carte menu with hot drinks.

Another option is a compartment suitable for families and is somewhat cheaper than a sleeping car.

For solo travelers, a mini-cabin is offered, which, although small, provides privacy during the trip.

Traveling on Nightjet can cost as little as 29.90 euros (approximately 26.11 pounds).

The Nightjet train still offers travel across Europe, but no longer serves France OBB/HARALDE EISENBERGER The loss of night trains to Paris highlights the challenges faced by European rail transport. The withdrawal of financial support and changes in partnerships can significantly affect accessibility and communication between cities. However, Nightjet continues to remain a popular option for travel across Europe, offering a wide range of routes and services for various categories of passengers.