I spent 11 hours in a shared cabin on an overnight train from Vienna, Austria, to Venice, Italy. For less than $100, I got a bunk in a room of six beds with three other people.

If You Go. North Platte Rail Days events continue Saturday, with Bailey Yard tours leaving at 9 and 11 a.m. and 1 and 3 p.m. from the Golden Spike Tower at 1249 N. Homestead Road.

Model trains will also be on display as part of the Trains and Planes program. April 19, 10 a.m. to noon at Hiller Aviation Museum, 601 Skyway Road, San Carlos; 650-654-0200, ...