ÖBB Nightjet Paris Route Termination: Impact on European Rail

ÖBB will axe its *Nightjet services* from Vienna/Berlin to Paris from December 2025 due to funding cuts. However, investment in *rail* overnight travel continues.

ÖBB Nightjet Paris Route Termination: Impact on European Rail
October 1, 2025 6:54 pm
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Introduction

ÖBB announced that its Nightjet services from Vienna and Berlin to Paris will be discontinued from 14 December 2025, due to the French Ministry of Transport ending public service funding for the routes.

Service Discontinuation

The French Ministry of Transport’s decision to cease public service funding will lead to the termination of ÖBB’s Nightjet services from Vienna and Berlin to Paris, effective 14 December 2025. The withdrawal of financial support renders the operation of these night trains unviable, as they depend on international collaboration between railway partners.

Ongoing Services

While the Paris routes are being discontinued, ÖBB’s Vienna–Brussels Nightjet service will continue to operate in 2026, with three weekly departures. Other overnight services, such as those from Vienna to Amsterdam and from Munich to Rome, will also continue without interruption.

Investment in Nightjet Fleet

ÖBB is maintaining its position as Europe’s largest night train provider. The company is investing in 24 new-generation Nightjet trains to increase capacity and enhance passenger comfort across its network. These modern trains will be deployed on existing routes.

Commitment to Overnight Travel

The discontinuation of the Paris routes represents a setback for night train connectivity between France and Central Europe. However, ÖBB remains committed to sustainable, cross-border overnight travel. The operator plans to reinforce and expand its remaining Nightjet services through continued investment in rolling stock and operational improvements.

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Conclusion

ÖBB will discontinue its Nightjet services from Vienna and Berlin to Paris on 14 December 2025 due to the French Ministry of Transport ending public service funding. While these routes will be discontinued, ÖBB will continue to operate the Vienna–Brussels Nightjet and other existing overnight services. The company is also investing in new trains to improve its night train network.

Company Summary

ÖBB: ÖBB is Europe’s largest provider of night trains and is investing in new rolling stock to expand and improve its services.

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