How do you prepare for a long train ride?

Most importantly, bring a photo ID, the rest is all extra!

1. Wear comfortable clothes.
2. Bring headphones.
3. Skip the towels and sheets.
4. Plan for comfortable shoes.
5. Pack your charger.
6. Smart Luggage.
7. Entertainment.
8. What other tips do you have for passengers taking an overnight trip?

How do you get comfortable on a train?

Bring a small travel blanket/pillow for your own personal comfort. If you’re sensitive to light while sleeping, bring a sleep mask and close the curtains over the window(s). If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs or noise-canceling headphones to block out ambient noise.

What is the best tea to drink on a sleeper train?

I don’t know why but the chai tea on sleeper trains in India is about 10 million times more delicious than any other tea in the world. Make sure you have plenty of small change or give the tea server a note to ensure he keeps coming back all night.

Can you steal someone else’s seat on a sleeper train?

I’m yet to go on a sleeper train where someone hasn’t tried to steal my seat. You could then steal someone else’s seat but it’s a vicious circle of seat stealing and arguments so it’s easier to just sit in the seat you’ve been assigned. Some people will reluctantly get up and move but others will put up a fight to defend the seat.

How to stay safe on an Indian train?

Make sure you have plenty of small change or give the tea server a note to ensure he keeps coming back all night. The food is also delicious on Indian trains but opt for something dry to avoid making a mess. There are bars beneath the seats where you can lock up your bag.

Should I bring a blanket and pillow to the train station?

You’ll need to get in there early if you want a blanket and pillow but it will make your journey much more bearable. If you’ve got AC it can get chilly in the middle of the night and you’ll get a better night’s sleep with a pillow.