How early to catch a train?


How early to catch a train? Train crews will direct you to the appropriate car and will help with your luggage. When should I arrive at the station? Unless you're taking the Auto Train, plan to arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure. If you need assistance with baggage and/or ticketing, we recommend you arrive 60 minutes early.


Are trains usually late in Italy?

You can always have delayed trains but as rule the Italian trains run on time as well as well as anyone else.


Can I wear jeans in Venice?

Do people wear jeans in Venice? Yes, they do. Most of the places in Venice are fine with casual attire. In summer it's a bit too hot to wear jeans, so I'd rather wear linen trousers, skirts and shorts.


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.


Do you age slower on a train?

Time doesn't slow inside the train. It only slows when you look at the train from outside the train. A mosquito flying inside the train or a passenger moving inside the train appears slower to an observer standing on the ground.


Do trains ever leave early?

any train that arrives early into a station to receive passengers can depart early if it is notated to reflect as such in the timetable. What are the new Amtrak superliner rail cars?


How early should you be 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.