Hi,
Will be spending some time in Paris and then Rome. I have checked the EurRail info and flights. It's 11 hrs train ride or 2 hrs flight but would need taxi rides on both ends to/from airport. Hotels on both ends very close to train stations so maybe walk or short taxi ride. The flight is much cheaper but the taxi rides will add to the cost.
I have never been on the high speed train but have seen it on TV and seems to be very comfortable. Also perhaps a chance to see some scenery. We lose about a half day at our destination but perhaps scenery makes up for it.
Is there any reason not to use a train for this trip? Just want to be sure before I commit.
i have taken the mid speed and local trains in Italy and it was not a pleasant experience. Seats assigned but people did not abide and my wife and I got splist up. Finding the correct train when transferring was quite an experience, even the train personnel did not seem to know. However, we were travelling with commuters so not really unexpected. I assume the TGV is less hectic although I see there is only 5 min between connections in some cases.
Thanks