How early should I arrive at the ItaliaRail?

How early should I arrive at the ItaliaRail? As a general rule, it's a good idea to arrive 20-30 minutes before your train's scheduled departure time so you can get familiar with the station, find the information monitors as well as find your platform without being in a rush.

How early do you need to arrive for an international train?

Please ensure that you have enough time to go through all the extra passport and security checks before your train departs. We recommend arriving around 30 minutes before your train leaves. Don't cut it too fine, as it is no longer possible to board the train within five minutes of departure.

What is the best day of the week to visit Venice Italy?

If you want the quietest' days avoid the weekend... We were there for a full week and we noticed that Fridays through Sundays were the busiest due to the cruise ships..... I'd say Tues and Wed were the quietest although its always crouded! Just venture away from San Marco and its not as bad.

Can you walk in Venice at night?

It is generally safe to walk around Venice at night, but as with any city, it's always a good idea to be aware of your surroundings and take some basic precautions to protect yourself.

Is it best to use cash or card in Venice?

Because of these fees, avoid using your credit card for ATM withdrawals or cash advances (use a debit or cash card instead). Venetian merchants prefer MasterCard and Visa, but American Express is usually accepted in popular tourist destinations.

What is the difference between ItaliaRail and Trenitalia?

We're looking at trains for Venice-Bologna, Bologna-Florence, Florence-Rome.. Trenitalia is the train operator. ItaliaRail is an agency that sells Trenitalia tickets. When you make an enquiry on the Trenitalia site, the initial page showing trains usually does not include all the slow, cheap trains.

Can you bring food on train in Italy?

Budget passengers are advised to visit the local supermarket and stock up before boarding trains, since carrying your own food is perfectly acceptable and expected. Dining car service is provided on international trains in Europe, but only at specific times. Trains equipped with bar cars serve light meals at any time.

How early should I be for my Eurostar?

When does Eurostar check-in open? Check-in for Eurostar journeys opens an hour and 15 minutes before departure. We recommend that you arrive at least 90 minutes prior to your train leaving so you can have a stress-free check-in.

Which side of the train do you sit on in Venice?

You can't choose which side you sit. The trains get turned in service, so a seat might be on either side. Indeed, if the Venice-Rome service goes via the main station in Florence (and most do), a seat that is on the left for Venice-Florence will be on the right for Florence-Rome, as the train reverses at Florence.

How early should I arrive at the Venice train station?

It has so many tracks that we recommend arriving at least half an hour prior to your scheduled departure as not to get lost and miss your train. Keep in mind that in Italy you have to validate your ticket before getting on the train.

How early do you need to get to the train station in Italy?

Arrive at the train station with at least 20 minutes before departure. You don't need to worry about long security lines but you will need enough time to check the electronic boards which display the train numbers and their corresponding track number (or bin./binario in Italian).

Do trains in Italy get fully booked?

Train tickets can get fully booked in Italy, so booking well in advance is extremely important near the Italian holidays as trains book up quickly with Italian locals and tourists competing to book their train travel during these times.

Do you need to give passport details with Eurostar?

Do I need to enter my passport details when I book? (API) No, but do bring your passport when you travel as it'll be checked by UK and French authorities before you board....

How early do you need to get to the train station in Europe?

Arrive at the station at least 30 minutes to an hour in advance to give yourself time to get your bearings and find your way to the correct terminal.

What can you bring on a train?

Each passenger may bring two personal items, 25 lbs. (12 kg) and 14 x 11 x 7 inches each, and two carry-on items, 50 lbs. (23 kg) and 28 x 22 x 14 inches each, onboard. Make sure you have a tag with your name and address on the outside of all your bags.

How early should I board my train?

Arriving at the Station Plan to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before your train is scheduled to depart (Auto Train passengers should arrive at the station at least two hours prior to departure).

Can you get off a train before your stop?

You can get off a stop earlier, but you have to alert your SCA so they can open the car door and notify the Conductor that you are getting. Very routine. The big issue is checked baggage. Your bags will be checked to your destination based on what your ticket states.

Where do I put my luggage on Eurostar?