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Prague - Krakow overnight train w/ rail pass

Apologies if this has already been asked - I am new to the forums and learning my way around! I am getting the Eurail Pass for 4 countries (Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and Czech Republic) with 8 travel days in 2 months. I am planning on taking the overnight train from Prague to Krakow, Poland (which is apparently not offered on the Pass). From what I understand, I can use my pass for the segment of travel from Prague to the Polish border, and then I have to pay for the rest of the trip to Krakow. Is this correct? And how do I go about paying for that section beforehand, especially with the couchette/sleeper reservation fee? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

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Popular night trains can sell out weeks in advance so it's wise to book sleeping accommodations ASAP. Rail Europe will sell you a couchette or sleeper reservation. They also may be able to sell you a ticket for the portion from the Polish border to Krakow. If not, you can buy a ticket for that portion when you get to Prague.

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Thanks, Tim! I'll check out Rail Europe first and see what they have to say when I book the reservation.