Want to rediscover Europe while sleeping soundly? A new breeze is sweeping through the rails thanks to Nox, the young railway company determined to revolutionize the night train. Say goodbye to shared sleeper cars and rustic experiences: welcome comfort, private cabins, and efficiency, all at an affordable price. Here’s a look at this bold project, conceived by passionate individuals intent on putting night travel back on the tracks of the 21st century.
Discovering Europe on a night train that combines elegance, comfort, and accessibility is the ambitious promise of Nox, the new railway company on the tracks of the Old Continent. Founded by two railway enthusiasts, Nox is set to transform the night train experience by offering journeys without shared compartments, only private cabins starting from €79. From Germany to France, through Italy and Spain, the company aims to attract both rail beginners and demanding business travelers… all while pursuing one goal: to reconcile punctuality, comfort, and competitive fares. Dive into the world of this start-up that, by 2027, promises to revolutionize European night travel.
A birth between passion and railway ambition
Imagine a starry night, the distant hum of a train gliding on the rails… It was through nearly 400 nights on night trains that the idea for Nox took shape in the minds of its founders. Experienced and clear-sighted, Thibault Constant, known online as Simply Railway, teamed up with Janek Smalla, co-creator of Flixtrain, to launch this new premium-sounding company on June 10th. Their motto? Rethink the night train, which has been somewhat neglected in recent years due to its aging shared compartments, lack of reliability, and sometimes unjustified prices. Armed with field expertise and a passion for the rails, the two partners decided to elevate night travel to a whole new level.
Nox: the bet on affordable and private comfort
Unlike traditional options where you share your sleep with perfect strangers (hello snoring and intrusive luggage!), Nox focuses on private cabins for one, two, or three people, all equipped with a chair and a table. Starting at €79 for a single cabin, the start-up aims to compete with the combined flight + hotel offer, with added tranquility. Can’t find a classic diner car? No worries: each car offers a relaxation area with self-service snacks, dinner, and breakfast that can be ordered online and served directly to the cabin. Bonus point: thanks to partnerships with hotel chains, travelers can enjoy showers and specific benefits upon arrival at their destination. A new way to reinterpret comfort aboard a night train.
Strategic routes designed for efficiency
Forget the endless crossings of Europe where, at every station or border, your sleep is disrupted by a ballet of conductors. Nox adopts the strategy of controlled distances: connections ranging from 500 to 1,500 km, for journeys never exceeding 12 hours between two major cities, with one primary goal: punctuality! The first line will be German in 2027, a market deemed open and technically compatible with Nox’s trains, already certified in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. From there, the great expansion plans to conquer Italy, Spain, Scandinavia, and soon France with flagship lines like Paris-Barcelona or Brussels-Barcelona via Lyon.
A flexible model to challenge airlines
Nox’s other feat: offering a dynamic pricing policy worthy of the biggest players. Thanks to yield management, prices vary according to demand… but the company wants to make a difference with last-minute offers to maximize occupancy. The result: it will be possible to travel at advantageous prices, even on a whim, and compete with low-cost airlines. In short, embarking on a night of adventure without breaking the budget becomes accessible! Also, discover all the new features in European night train travel.
A reimagined premium journey: what will your night aboard look like?
Nox plans to launch its adventure with refurbished former Intercity trains, adopting a unique configuration in Europe: each train will consist exclusively of private cabins, all standardized, avoiding mixing shared berths, sleeper cars, and reclining seats. Say goodbye to the headache of a snoring neighbor or a crowded compartment in the early morning! Prioritizing intimacy, comfort, and tranquility means opening the night train to a clientele that has never considered such travel before. Even if there are no showers on board, the minor travel inconveniences will no longer spoil the experience thanks to original and connected solutions.
A promising future on 35 European routes
Nox’s ambition doesn’t stop at a few symbolic routes: the project aims for about thirty connections across Europe, focusing on medium-distance journeys, ideal for a city escape or optimized business travel. The planned connections will avoid the logistical pitfalls of very long multi-country journeys like the famous Brussels-Prague or the unrealistic itineraries concocted by other defunct operators. The objective here is clear: to provide a reliable, comfortable, and responsive means of transport, to win back the hearts of European travelers. And to keep up with the latest trends in the sector, a little detour through this overview of innovations in travel is necessary!
