How do you tell what platform your train is on in Italy?
How do you tell what platform your train is on in Italy? On computerized boards, you will find the train category, destination and platform/track number from which the train departs, as well as the departure time. If you are unsure of the information, ask a rail official at the station.
What is the difference between RV and R in Italian trains?
On many routes, particularly in northern Italy, alternative Regionale Veloce (RV) train services are faster than these Regionale (R) trains. Mainly because those RV services - skip some stations that the Regionale trains call because the RV services tend to only call at the major towns and cities.
Is ItaliaRail and Trenitalia the same?
ItaliaRail is an official partner of Trenitalia, the national railway of Italy. We are the largest foreign seller of train tickets in Italy. We have direct, real-time connectivity to Trenitalia's schedule and reservation system, allowing us to give you the best fares and most up-to-date availability.
How early should I arrive at Roma Termini?
For your first visit to Termini, 15 minutes in advance of your train departure is not enough time. Half-hour is better, even 45 minutes ahead is not being too early.
What does RIT mean on a train in Italy?
RITARDO: delay Sometimes abbreviated to “RIT” on the screens, this will tell you how many minutes a given train is running late. For example, if you are wanting to catch the 10:00 train and the screen lists a delay of 20 minutes you can expect your train to arrive at 10:20.
Which train is best in Italy?
Best Italy trains The high-speed Italian rail network connects cities like Rome, Florence, Naples, Bologna, Milan, and Venice (among many others) by modern Italy bullet trains. Italo Train (aka Italo Treno) and Frecciarossa are among the best brands.
Which is cheaper Italo or Trenitalia?
Like I mentioned above, Italo is usually cheaper than Trenitalia but because the cabins on lower-class tickets aren't the most comfortable, I'll usually consider Italo only for trains that are less than 2 or 3 hours long unless the Comfort ticket class is cheaper than Trenitalia.
How are train seats numbered?
Seat Numbering Numbers are displayed above seats in a similar fashion to those on airplanes. On some train cars, many of the seats are facing each other, with a small table in between. Ticket vendors assume that, for instance, a couple traveling together will want to sit across from one another.
Are seats assigned on Italian trains?
All high speed trains in Italy require to have a seat reserved for a Rail Pass or a ticket/e-ticket with its seat assigned. In Regional trains passengers travel without seat reservations, that means there's no assigned seating.
Which is better Trenitalia or Italo?
Like I mentioned above, Italo is usually cheaper than Trenitalia but because the cabins on lower-class tickets aren't the most comfortable, I'll usually consider Italo only for trains that are less than 2 or 3 hours long unless the Comfort ticket class is cheaper than Trenitalia.