Things You'll Need:
- Computer with Internet access
- Valid passport
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Step 1
Book travel on Ferrovie Dello Stato when you call Rail Europe at (877) 257-2887, or visit their Web site (see Resources below).
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Step 2
Think twice about getting a rail pass or paying for rail travel by distance. Even when you travel extensively on the train in Italy, you may save more money by booking each ticket separately.
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Step 3
Ask for a mini-group discount at the ticket counter if you are traveling with two or more people. This can save you as much as 20 percent on your reserved seat.
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Step 4
Prepare to surrender your passport and ticket to the conductor if you are traveling on a sleeper train overnight. This is the policy of Ferrovie Dello Stato. Your documents will be returned to you in the morning.
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Step 5
Notice the train schedules are clearly posted in most, if not all, Italian train stations. You can also distinguish departures (listed in yellow) from arrivals (listed in white).
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Step 6
Book a trip on a night train or sleeper train in Italy, and you can expect to find amenities like an onboard boutique and DVD rentals. These amenities are available to sleeper and comfort carriage passengers only.
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Step 7
Take a shuttle train from the airport in Rome or Palermo to the city's center to save time. You may also find you save money by taking the train, as traffic can make taking a taxi costly.
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Step 1
Pack for a warm Mediterranean climate when you travel to Italy. You can expect hot, dry summers and moderate winters.
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Step 2
Bring along your Italian phrase book. Don't expect to find an English-speaking rail agent at every station, even in metropolitan areas.
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Step 3
Carry euros in your wallet, especially when traveling to small towns in Italy. Many merchants do not accept credit cards.
