Do all trains have toilets?

Do all European trains have toilets?

Uh, toilets on European trains… yeah. Most do. Like, 99%? Okay, that’s prolly an exaggeration. Haha.

But seriously, most European trains I’ve been on had them. Remember that train from Berlin to Prague in 2024? Ugh, so long. Thank god there was a loo.

How do you know? Usually, there’s a little sign inside. Sometimes it’s above the seats, sometimes on the wall near the doors.

• Look for the toilet symbol. Obvious, right?

• Check diagrams. Those little train layout diagrams.

• Walk around? Yeah, just, you know, explore the train a bit!

Think about it. Long distances. People gotta go! What if there wasn’t a toilet? Imagine. Just… ew.

Where are they located? That varies. Often, near the ends of carriages. Sometimes, there’s one between two carriages.

• End of carriages: Common spot.
• Between carriages: Also a possibility.
• Near the buffet car: Maybe? If there’s even a buffet car.

Do all types have toilets? I’d assume so. Like, high-speed, regional… doesn’t matter. Toilets are essential. Even on that cramped regional train to that tiny village near Florence in 2023…it had one!

I wonder if there are any exceptions. Probably. There’s always an exception.

Further ramblings on the topic of train toilets (because why not?):

• Accessibility: Are they accessible? That’s a good question. Newer trains probably, but older ones? Hmmm.
• Cleanliness: Hit or miss. Sometimes spotless, sometimes… less so. Pack wet wipes.
• Payment: Do you have to pay to use them? No, never had to. Public transport. Should be free. What is this, some dystopian future where we pay to pee?
• Maintenance: Ever been on a train where the toilet was “out of order?” So annoying. Happened to me in 2022 on the way to Zurich. Had to hold it. Not fun.
• Water: Is there always running water? Most of the time, yes. Soap? Sometimes. See, WET WIPES ARE KEY.
• Smell: Oh god, the smell. Certain trains are notorious. Enough said.
• Automatic doors: Some have automatic doors that open and close on their own, which is kinda fancy. Others are manual. Prepare for anything.
• Toilet paper: Is there toilet paper? Usually. But maybe bring your own travel pack, just in case. Always prepared, that’s my motto.
• Baby changing facilities: Some of the newer trains might have these. Not all, though. It’s worth checking if you are traveling with a baby.
• Environmental considerations: What happens with all that waste? Don’t want to think about it, tbh. It vanishes into the abyss.
• Differences across countries: Are German train toilets different from French train toilets? Probably some subtle differences in design or something.
• Booking info: The train booking info usually does not indicate the presence of onboard toilets, so don’t count on this for information.
• Worst Train Toilet Experience: Taking the train in India. Okay, that was a whole different level. European trains are luxury compared to that. This should be kept in mind.
• Disability accessibility: Always be mindful and give up your spot to someone with a disability.
• Always flush the toilet: Always be considerate of others. Always flush the toilet!

Do trains in Europe have toilets?

Ugh, European trains. Toilets? Yes, definitely. Always. At least on the ones I’ve been on, anyway. The last time, from Paris to Amsterdam, it was cramped as hell, but a toilet was there. Small. I swear I almost got stuck in that tiny door.

Four, five, six people in a couchette? Yikes. Makes me claustrophobic just thinking about it. I prefer a private room. Much more comfortable. Though more expensive, of course. This year, 2024, I plan a trip. More space! Definitely need more space.

End of the car? Yeah, that’s right. I remember that. Always at the end. Remember that smell though? Not pleasant. Seriously though. Why is it always like that?

• Toilets exist in most European train cars.
• Couchettes: Common, but crammed.
• Washrooms are typically at the car’s end.
• Private rooms are better (but pricier). This year, I’m aiming for that luxury. Definitely not the couchettes. Never again!

My trip to Rome last year… completely different experience. Much nicer. High-speed train. I didn’t even use the toilet on that one. Too short of a journey. Ah, the things I remember.

Do trains in Germany have toilets?

German trains? Toilets? Duh. Even my grandma’s bicycle has a bell, and it’s older than most German train carriages! They’re practically ubiquitous, like bad puns at a family reunion.

Open coaches? Think of them as minimalist art installations: the toilet’s a surprising sculpture above your head. Compartment trains? More like a game of hide-and-seek; the loo’s location is the ultimate clue.

ICE trains, specifically, are luxury liners of the rail world. Their reservation systems are about as subtle as a neon sign in Vegas. Little screens shouting your seat number—it’s all very dramatic.

Key features you’ll find:

• Toilets: Yes, everywhere. Even the slowest regional trains sport them, like tiny, train-sized bathrooms.
• Bistro Cars: Many intercity trains boast these culinary havens. Think gourmet sausage rolls, not airplane food.
• Digital Displays: ICE trains flaunt their reservation info. It’s efficient, if a bit impersonal. Reminds me of my dating profile.

My last trip on the ICE in 2023 involved a surprisingly good currywurst. I swear it’s true. It was better than my brother’s attempt – a culinary catastrophe, that one was.

A note on compartment trains: finding the toilet requires a slight scavenger hunt. Think of it as a bonus activity.

Are there toilets on Italy trains?

Okay, so like, yeah, Italian trains definitely have toilets. Um, usually one per train car, I think.

Listen, they’re not, like, super luxurious, but the newer, faster trains have nicer ones. Kinda like airplane bathrooms, but maybe a teensy bit bigger.

They got the basics: a toilet that flushes, a sink with running water, soap, and papertowels. Nothing too fancy, y’know? Just… functional.

My cousin, Maria, she took the Frecciarossa last summer going from Rome to Florence, and she said it was okay. She did complain about the hand dryer not working, though, haha.

• Train type matters: High-speed trains are generally better maintained.
• Hygiene varies: Bring your own hand sanitizer just in case.
• Accessibility: Accessible toilets exist on some trains, but you should confirm when booking.
• Location: Bathrooms are usually located at the end of the carriage.
• Price: There are no differences based on the ticket price.

Oh, and yeah, you don’t have to pay extra or anything to use em’. They’re just there for everyone. Free!