SJ night train (Sweden)

On the SJ night train, there are 2nd class seats, 2nd class couchettes, 2nd class sleeping compartments and 1st class sleeping compartments. The seat is the cheapest category. The couchette offers a lying-down journey with basic comfort. In the sleeping compartment, you travel more quietly and comfortably; in 1st class, you also have a private bathroom with shower and WC.

The couchette is simpler and usually has up to six berths per compartment. It is much more comfortable than a seat, but less comfortable than a sleeping compartment. In the sleeping compartment, you travel in a quieter compartment with prepared beds. The 2nd class sleeping compartment has a washbasin in the compartment; the 1st class sleeping compartment also has a private bathroom with shower and WC.

The 1st class sleeping compartment is the most comfortable category on the SJ night train. You travel in a private sleeping compartment with prepared beds and a private bathroom with shower and WC. Breakfast is included in 1st class. This category is especially useful if you want to travel as privately and restfully as possible on a long overnight journey.

The 2nd class sleeping compartment offers prepared beds and a washbasin in the compartment. Toilets are located in the carriage. Depending on your booking, you travel in a shared compartment or with your own travel group. This category is a good compromise between comfort and price if you really want to sleep at night.

In 1st class, breakfast is included. Depending on the train and situation, you can eat it in the bistro or take it back to your compartment. In other categories, breakfast is not automatically included, but it can be purchased in the bistro if the bistro service is available on that connection.

Many SJ night trains have a bistro or onboard service with food, drinks and breakfast. The selection can vary depending on the connection, time of day and availability. It is sensible to bring your own water and a small snack as well.

Wi-Fi availability on SJ night trains varies depending on the departure. You should therefore not rely on being stably online for the entire journey. It is best to download films, music, maps, tickets and important travel documents before your trip.

Bicycle transport on SJ night trains must always be checked for the specific connection. Standard bicycles are not automatically accepted. If no bicycle space is offered during booking, you should not assume that you can still take a standard bicycle. Folding bikes or packed bicycles may be easier depending on size and storage options.

Yes, pets can generally travel with SJ if the correct category for travelling with pets is booked. There are special areas or compartments for travellers with pets. Animals must stay on the floor and may not be on beds or berths. For international journeys, you are responsible for the entry requirements for your pet.

You should only take as much luggage as you can carry yourself and store safely. Storage space on the night train is limited. For the night, a small separate bag is useful with toothbrush, sleepwear, charging cable, water bottle and everything you need directly in the morning.

Yes, SJ night trains are well suited for families, especially in couchette or sleeping compartments. For a long overnight journey, a lying-down category is much more comfortable than a seat. If you travel with children, a private compartment is especially practical because the family stays together and has more peace at night.

SJ offers assistance for travellers with reduced mobility. The specific accessibility depends on the connection, rolling stock, station and required support. If you need help boarding or leaving the train, a wheelchair space or special assistance, you should arrange and check this directly with SJ before travelling.

No. SJ night trains are not car trains and do not transport cars or motorcycles. If you need a vehicle at your destination, check rental cars, car sharing, local buses or train connections.