Travelling by train as a digital nomad
Discovery the world while you work
You may recognise this: after a period of long-haul flights, you start to feel the need to travel more sustainably. Fewer flights, more trains. The great thing is that you can just keep working and enjoy the view while travelling.
Have you ever considered exploring Europe as a digital nomad? You can quickly find your rhythm and a nice place to work in any city. But what about the travel days in between? An increasing number of digital nomads are discovering that travelling by train is a comfortable and productive way to get from A to B.
Why the train is perfect for remote working
Whether you're travelling to Berlin, Paris or Milan, you can keep working on the train. This makes the train an excellent means of transport for digital nomads who want to travel sustainably while staying productive.
The benefits in a nutshell:
- Wi-Fi on board or via your mobile hotspot
- Power outlets near your seat
- Quiet zones for maximum focus
- Comfortable seats with ample working space
- Arrive in the heart of the city
The best part, perhaps, is that you will see the landscape slowly changing as you travel.
Practical tips for digital nomads travelling by train
Do you want to work efficiently while on the move? These tips will help you get started:
- Make sure you have a good internet connection: Check in advance whether Wi-Fi is available, or use your personal hotspot. If necessary, purchase some additional mobile data.
- Be well prepared: Make a to-do list that includes tasks that can be done offline, in case the Wi-Fi is unstable.
- Choose your travel time wisely: Avoid rush hour.
- Take a power bank with you: This way, you can always use your devices, even if there are no available power sockets.
- Work in time blocks: Alternate periods of concentrated work with short breaks to enjoy the view.
Plan your work-friendly train trip
Example route for digital nomads travelling by train across Europe:
Paris – Barcelona – Turin – Vienna – Berlin – Copenhagen – Hamburg
Would you like to combine your working day with an inspiring train journey across Europe? Our itinerary planner makes it easy to plan your route from city to city at a pace that suits you.
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