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RAIL PASSES
BackpackSpain offer passes through Europrail and Rail Connection to destinations in Europe.

Eurail and Inter-Rail passes are valid in Spain. Inter-Rail tickets require supplements on some trains or a compulsory seat reservation. There are youth passes (2^nd class, 12-15 years) and adult passes (1^st and 2^nd class) valid for 3,4, 6 or 8 days within one month.

RENFE is the national railway company and you can buy tickets and make reservations at stations or RENFE offices and travel agencies that display the RENFE logo. RENFE also offers some rail passes. Ask about the Tarjeta Turistica, a pass valid for 4-10 days in a two month period in 2nd class.

The Eurail pass is considered by many as the best option for travelling through Europe, and Spain is one of the countries where you can use it. It is especially good for those with limited time. There are a variety of options that include Spain such as the Global Pass (21 countries) and Select Pass (3, 4 or 5 bordering countries including Spain). Or you can get the France-Spain or Italy-Spain or Spain only pass.

Discounts are available for those under 26 years. Europrail offers Eurail and other European passes. Rail Connection provides passes for all over Europe including the Eurail pass. Also remember that rail passes do not guarantee seats on trains. You still need to book the seats ahead of time as trains, especially the high-speed ones, are often crowded.

BUS PASSES
You may also consider getting a bus pass through Bus About Eurobus or Eurolines. Eurolines is the largest network of international buses in Europe and they operate through major towns in Spain (Barcelona, Madrid, Malaga). They also work with local partner Alsa and other affiliates. You can choose from a 15 or 30 day passes or an individual ticket to a destination. You can also plan your route as you travel People under 26 years are around 10% less than the adult full fare. For more information visit the website at www.eurolines.com

Busaboutis another pass option for travellers and will also book accommodation for you in advance. However most of these are camping sites outside major towns. Busabout buses serve the following Spanish destinations: Barcelona, Bilbao, Costa del Sol, Granada, La Linea, Madrid, Salamanca, San Sebastian, Seville, Tarifa and Valencia.

LOCAL TRANSPORT
Within each city there are daily, several day, weekly or monthly passes for local transport. Check our city guides for more details or email us to ask at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it