Overnight stopover abroad: safety and what to do

If you’re changing trains at night, check the station’s opening hours, the well-lit route, the waiting area and alternative transport options in advance. Keep your documents and mobile phone with you.

Start with accurate information

Save the address, your ticket and an offline map. Check the date, time, name of the stop and any current announcements from the transport operator. You can plan your route on RedRay.

Allow plenty of time

Don’t plan transfers that are too tight. Traffic, border controls, finding the right platform or queues can throw a spanner in the works. Our guide on preparing for the next stage of your journey provides a useful reference.

Belongings and safety

Keep your documents, mobile phone, charger, water and any essential medication with you. Label large items, and check the rules for non-standard luggage before you set off.

Final check

The day before, check official sources, the weather and public transport. Also read about how to check the latest timetable.