Dear guests, our Service Centre will be closed from Good Friday through Easter Monday. Starting next Tuesday, we will be available by phone as usual on weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You can reach us around the clock by email at info@urlaubs-express.de. Happy Easter and best regards from Cologne. Your Urlaubs-Express team

With the UEX car train, you can travel over 1000 kilometers in your sleep without any stress – no traffic jams, no breaks, no weather influences. Your vehicle travels comfortably with you, remains protected and is directly available to you at your destination.

Comfort & flexibility
You travel in couchette and sleeper coaches from our own Train4you fleet – comfortable, climate-friendly and with plenty of freedom of movement. No luggage limits, no lugging around suitcases: your luggage simply stays in the vehicle. The UEX car trains are an offer for everyone. Of course, we also offer seats for passengers without a vehicle. Here there is the attractive option of starting the journey at one of our intermediate stops.

Ideal for families & groups
Only one person per vehicle needs to be present at check-in – fellow passengers can board flexibly at intermediate stops. The journey flies by in the child-friendly couchette coach with its own table. You can also play (cards) here, which makes the long journey more entertaining for the children and calmer for you. If you have a concern while driving – no problem. Our friendly service staff will be happy to assist you.

Sustainable & safe
The train is one of the safest and most environmentally friendly means of transportation. With us, you not only travel in a relaxed manner, but also with a clear conscience – because every train journey saves a significant amount of CO₂ compared to a car or plane. Whether it’s summer heat, heavy rain, thunderstorms or a sudden onset of winter: our trains will get you to your destination reliably, regardless of the weather. Thanks to our fixed timetables, you can plan your arrival and departure precisely – without unforeseeable delays due to traffic jams, roadworks or traffic conditions. Safety, punctuality and climate protection go hand in hand with us

Save costs
Two hotel nights less, no toll, fuel or rental car costs. Your vehicle is protected and has no material wear. You have your own vehicle on site, are flexible and save costs for a rental car.

Our service for you: Holiday tips for Tyrol and Carinthia can be found here

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Night train also without vehicle transport

With us, you will arrive at your destination rested and safe! Of course, you can also use the Urlaubs-Express as a classic overnight train without a vehicle. For our “pedestrians”, all en route stations are available for boarding and alighting.

Motorcyclists in summer
Innsbruck in summer
Loading cars onto the Holiday Express

Your summer vacation in Innsbruck – reach your destination sustainably and comfortably with the UEX car train

Experience a relaxed and sustainable journey from Hamburg-Altona and Düsseldorf to Innsbruck with the UEX car train! Travel in comfort overnight and start your summer vacation in Tyrol feeling relaxed. Whether hiking, cycling or motorcycle tours through the Alps – discover the many possibilities of this unique region. Innsbruck also offers the perfect starting point for exciting onward journeys to Italy or Switzerland. Let yourself be inspired and enjoy an unforgettable summer! You can find all the information here.

Photos: Moppetfoto.de for MoHo, topntp – stock.adobe.com
Motorcyclists in summer
Innsbruck in summer
Loading cars onto the Holiday Express

Your summer vacation in Villach – travel sustainably to Carinthia with the UEX car train

Experience a relaxed and sustainable journey from Hamburg-Altona and Düsseldorf to Villach with the UEX car train! Travel comfortably overnight and start your summer vacation in Carinthia relaxed. Whether hiking, cycling or motorcycle tours through the Alps – discover the many possibilities of this unique region. Villach is also the perfect starting point for exciting onward journeys to Slovenia or Italy. Let yourself be inspired and enjoy an unforgettable summer! You can find all the information here.

Photos: Bopp, Region Villach Tourismus/Michael Stabentheiner, mdworschak, – stock.adobe.com
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Young people on a school trip

A school trip is an unforgettable experience – and with the Urlaubs-Express, the adventure begins on the journey! Travel together in a sleeper or couchette coach, strengthen the class community and reach your destination comfortably overnight. Of course there is a night’s rest, but quiet night owls can leave the lights on a little longer…

Secure your place now and request an individual offer!

The number of tickets available is limited, so we recommend booking early. Send your request to e.bopp@train4you.de and we will create a customized offer for your school group.

Advantages for school groups:

Low group fares in the summer and winter seasons
Convenient overnight travel – saves time and hotel costs
Arrive rested at your destination – with breakfast on the train (bookable)

Photos: ehrenberg-bilder, Sauerlandpics – stock.adobe.com, Rodriguez
A young woman swings in front of a summery lake panorama
Vacation express in summer
Young woman looks out of the compartment window

Good for our environment!

Since January 2022, the Vacation Express has saved an impressive 15 million road kilometers with its car trains. All travelers who have opted for the stress-free journey with the car train are thus making a valuable contribution to environmental protection and promoting sustainable travel. Together we are making vacations more environmentally friendly!

Fotos: Urlaubs-Express, Adobe Stock/DAY2505, Fokke Baarssen

ADAC members can save € 10.00 per route and vehicle booking with the Urlaubs-Express. Please have your ADAC membership number ready during the booking process. Please enter your membership number in the “ADAC no.” field and carry your ADAC membership card with you when travelling. If you book by telephone, please also have your membership number ready.

UEX homepage now largely barrier-free

Our website has been developed in accordance with the WCAG guidelines (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) to ensure accessibility for all. It offers a clear structure, easy-to-read fonts and high-contrast colors that support easy navigation. Click on the blue button on the left of the page.

Trainspotter – Here the UEX picture gallery

Train spotters are a funny bunch. They stand next to the tracks and wait for the most beautiful trains. We at Urlaubs-Express have grown fond of our companions along the railway lines. In our photo gallery, we show the most beautiful UEX shots. Photos gladly to medien@urlaubs-express.de

New UEX Terminal Munich South

With the start of the 2025 summer program, the Urlaubs-Express will move to Munich. Car loading and passenger boarding and alighting will then take place at the newly built Munich South Terminal. From May 2025, all Urlaubs-Express journeys to Munich will therefore be operated to/from the new terminal. (more ...).

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FAQ Urlaubs-Express

Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions about the Urlaubs-Express. We would like to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us directly. You can reach us around the clock at info@urlaubs-express.de. Click here for the FAQ’s