Are you traveling in Europe and value comfort while traveling? Find out which European train stations have become the best in 2025

The European railway infrastructure is going through a period of change: some stations are showing resilience and innovation, while others are facing problems and delays. In 2025, the latest European Railway Station Index was published, based on an analysis of passenger traffic, quality of service and comfort, as well as a list of top stations from the Consumer Choice Center, which takes into account convenience, accessibility and level of service.

Read about the best railway stations in Europe in this article.

Which railway stations became the best in Europe in 2025?

Zurich Main Station (Zürich Hauptbahnhof) has once again confirmed its status as a European champion: the average waiting time here is only 1.33 minutes, only 4% of trains are delayed, and the infrastructure consistently receives high marks for convenience and accessibility.

The biggest discovery of this year's index is Wrocław Główny, which entered the rating for the first time and immediately took 2nd place, becoming the first Polish station among the leaders. This symbolizes the rapid growth of Eastern Europe in the field of transport innovation.

Bern Hauptbahnhof took third place, confirming Switzerland's strong position in the railway sector.

Top 10 railway stations in Europe in 2025

1st place – Zürich Hbf, Zurich, Switzerland.

2nd place – Wrocław Główny, Wrocław, Poland.

3rd place – Bern Hbf, Bern, Switzerland.

4th place – Berlin Hbf, Berlin, Germany.

5th place – London Paddington, London, United Kingdom.

6th place – Utrecht Centraal, Utrecht, Netherlands.

7th place – London Bridge, London, United Kingdom.

8th place – Wien Hbf, Vienna, Austria.

9th place – Gare Montparnasse, Paris, France.

10th place – Amsterdam Centraal, Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Trends and challenges in rail transport in Europe

Overall, the following trends and challenges can be identified in 2025:

1. Growth in passenger traffic: Gare du Nord in Paris rose from 226.7 to 257 million passengers in a year, and Frankfurt Main from 127.7 to 164.2 million.

2. Recovery: Berlin Hbf halved waiting times, added new services and restaurants. London Paddington also improved significantly.

3. Decline: Essen, Dortmund and Naples Centrale recorded a noticeable decrease in passenger traffic, partly due to changes in reporting.

4. Problem areas: German stations often end up at the bottom of the list due to long delays, power outages and insufficient comfort for passengers.

Why is the ranking of train stations important for travelers?

Choosing a station from the top offers obvious advantages:

- fewer delays and faster access to platforms,

- more convenient ticket offices and a wider selection of tickets,

- better conditions for people with disabilities,

- modern infrastructure with shops, restaurants and lounges,

- more developed national and international rail connections.

Thus, the 2025 rating reflects a transitional period in the development of European railway hubs: some stations set new standards of service and efficiency, while others still require deep reforms.

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Reminder! Traveling in Europe in 2025 may be complicated due to numerous strikes in the aviation and transport sectors. We have already talked about the current dates and countries where airport and airline workers are on strike, as well as how this may affect your flights and what to do to minimize delays and inconvenience.

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