Become a Virtual Tourist Member Today!  Sign Up for Free | Sign In

Navigating the Italian Train System and other Rome, Italy Transportation Tips

Search:
email to friend | help
Home » Europe » Italy » Lazio » Rome » wilocrek's Rome Page » Navigating the Italian Train System and other Rome, Italy Transportation Tips

Rome Transportation Tips by wilocrek

See the Entire Rome Travel Guide

Click Picture to enlarge.
 email me
 add as friend


wilocrek   
"The Joys of Carefree Wandering"


Real Name:
Lives In: Salt Lake City, US
Member Since: Dec 10, 2006
VT Rank: 1035

 
Train: Navigating the Italian Train System
  • Tip Rating:
  • Written by wilocrek on Feb 25, 2008
  • Rome Travel Guide
  • Send to a Friend
  • 'Mode': AROUND
    Category: Train
    Getting TO/AROUND: Italian trains can be confusing and overwhelming; specifically if its your first time in Rome and you feel rushed. The following tips will help to ease the confusion.

    - Dont always look for your train by the city your going to. Many trains end up at a different destination with your stop simply being one of many. Look for your train by the time its leaving and the train number and then go to the assigned platform.

    - If your stop is not the end of the line be ready with your bags before the train comes to your stop. The train does not stop for long so you dont want to be scrambling with your bags after the train has stopped. Stops are not always announced. The best way to be prepared is, assuming the train leaves on time, simply be ready to exit the train about five minutes before the time of arrival on your ticket.

    - Finding your seat is easy. Your ticket will assign you a location like this - 8:107 - this means you are in train car 8 and seat 107

    Leave a Comment

    Rate      Not Helpful  1   2   3   4   5  Very Helpful 

    Visiting Rome?

    Read reviews about Rome Hotels

    Real Reviews from Real VirtualTourist Members.

    More Rome Tips

    OverviewThings to Do
    Tips: 24 - Photos: 63
    Restaurants
    Tips: 2 - Photos: 2
    Hotels & Accommodations
    NightlifeOff The Beaten Path
    Tips: 1
    Tourist TrapsWarnings Or Dangers
    Tips: 1
    Transportation
    Tips: 1
    Local Customs
    Packing ListsShopping
    Sports TravelGeneral Tips
    Tips: 2 - Photos: 3

    Best Rome Travel Deals

    Custom Tours of Italy
    Custom itineraries & private guides from Nat'l Geographic Top Outfitter

    Rome Italy Hotels
    Get Our Best Price Guarantee on All Hotels in Rome at Expedia.

    Italy Christian Tours
    Protestant/Evangelical wholesale packages, groups and individuals.

    Rome Hotel Deals
    Save up to 50% on 85,000 Hotels Worldwide. Book Now! 1-800-449-4167

    Leon's Place
    Exquisite, Posh, Gorgeous, Stylish! if you want a special stay in Rome.

    Sponsored Links


    Rome Forum

    Join a Discussion

    Rome for a day with disabled person...
    (6 replies, Monday, Jul 6, 2009, 9:50 PM UTC)

    10 year old girl in Rome in August...What side trips? What to do in Rome?
    (5 replies, Sunday, Jul 5, 2009, 9:59 PM UTC)

    gate in the Aurelian Wall?
    (10 replies, Friday, Jul 3, 2009, 10:33 PM UTC)

    Be the first to reply to these questions

    Roman Candle Tour company in Rome
    (no replies yet, Friday, Jun 5, 2009, 11:26 PM UTC)

    Rome during Champions league final
    (no replies yet, Saturday, May 23, 2009, 1:57 PM UTC)

    Buying SIM cards in Rome
    (no replies yet, Sunday, May 3, 2009, 12:32 PM UTC)

    » All Rome Posts
    » Ask about Rome

    Rome Hotels

    Destinations near Rome

    » See all locations nearby
    » Popular Lazio locations
    » Popular Italy locations
    » Popular Europe locations

    Comments for wilocrek about Rome
    Rachael71 Tue Apr 29, 2008 15:22 UTC
     Excellent tips, and your photos are wonderful. We will definitely try and time our visit to the Forum so that we can take in a sunset.
    Small_World Sat Mar 8, 2008 19:54 UTC
     Great tips! I wish I had been able to see these before my trip to Rome last November! Greetings from Louisiana--Susan
    marielexoteria Sat Mar 8, 2008 18:39 UTC
     Thank you for your tips, they're helping me plan a trip to Rome this summer. Where was the intro pic taken btw?
    uglyscot Wed Feb 13, 2008 18:20 UTC
     I've visited Rome on many occasions and I cannot but praise your excellent tips.
    See More Comments

    Best Rome Travel Deals

    557 Rome Hotels
    Our selection of great hotels in Rome. Special Offers! Book now.

    500 Hotels in Rome
    Over 500 hotels in Rome online. Great rates. No reservation fee!

    Italy rome
    Travel Guides Photos & Reviews Italy rome

    Sponsored Links

    Find:       Matching:  Advanced