Journey Planner

Plan a multi-city train trip. Add stops, see the route on a map, and get distance and time estimates.

Plan a multi-city train trip by adding stops in sequence. The planner calculates distances and estimated travel times between each stop, displays your route on an interactive map with color-coded markers, and shows total journey statistics. Reorder stops to optimize your route and see how the total distance changes.

How It Works

1

Add Stops

Search for stations and add them to your route in order. Each stop is marked on the map with a letter (A, B, C...).

2

Arrange Your Route

Reorder stops using the up/down arrows to find the best sequence. Remove stops you no longer need.

3

Review Your Journey

See distance and time for each leg, total journey stats, and the complete route visualized on an interactive map.

Add Stops

No stations found.

Your Route

Leg Details

Total Distance

Total Travel Time

Add stations to see your route on the map.

Frequently Asked Questions

Add stations in the order you want to visit them. The planner calculates the distance and estimated travel time between each consecutive pair of stops, shows the route on an interactive map, and provides total journey statistics.
Yes! Use the up/down arrow buttons next to each stop to change the order. The distances, times, and map update automatically when you reorder. This helps you find the most efficient route through your destinations.
We use 160 km/h (express train average) as the default speed. This is a reasonable middle ground — high-speed trains will be faster, regional trains slower. For more precise estimates by train type, use the Travel Time Estimator tool for individual legs.
You can add up to 26 stops (A through Z). For most European rail trips, 5-10 stops is typical. Each stop is displayed on the map with a color-coded marker: green for the start, red for the end, and blue for intermediate stops.
Currently, routes are session-based and not saved permanently. To share your route, you can take a screenshot of the map or note down the station names and distances. We're considering adding shareable links in a future update.
No, this is a distance and time estimation tool, not a timetable. It helps with trip planning by showing realistic distance and duration estimates. For actual schedules and bookings, check operator websites or platforms like Trainline, Omio, or DB Navigator.
Yes — simply add your starting station as the last stop to create a round trip. The planner will calculate the return leg distance and time, and the map will show the complete loop.

Methodology

Distances between consecutive stops are calculated using the Haversine formula (great-circle distance) with a 1.3× rail distance multiplier. Travel times assume an average speed of 160 km/h (express train), which includes allowances for acceleration, deceleration, and brief station stops. Actual travel times will vary based on train type, route, and operator.