Is a sleeper train a saving if one of us expects to be awake all night?
TravelImogen turns the laptop towards Max. “Two train journeys and a hotel in one. That's our answer.”
They are comparing ways to travel from Vienna to Zurich. In their illustrative budget, two berths on an overnight option come to €240; daytime tickets plus another hotel night come to €330. The sleeper option they are considering involves sharing a compartment with other passengers. They still need to check the exact accommodation and terms.
Max likes trains but expects to find a shared sleeping space difficult. Imogen has pencilled in a walking tour soon after arrival because she sees the overnight journey as a saved day. He sees a possible night awake followed by being expected to enjoy a city at full speed.
He could accept a quiet arrival day. She would rather spend their limited Zurich time out, and a private compartment may exceed their budget. How would you compare these options when the €90 difference is clear but the quality of the next day is not?
