Hello, we are doing the subject itinerary and would like some transfers advice. One important factor is we are staying at agriturismo outside of Orvieto. The way I see it I have three options:
1) train Parma to Orvieto, then train on to Rome. Pro is not renting a car, con is it appears slow (4.5-5 hours via train)
2) rent Hertz in Parma, drop off car in Orvieto, then train on to Rome. Pro is this appears to be strongly recommended in RS guide books as an alternative to driving to Rome from the North
3) rent car in Parma, drop off car in Rome (either Tiburtina or Fiumicino, or somewhere else recommended here). Con is clear - Rome driving.
If it’s not obvious I am leaning towards option 2 but could be convinced of 1 or 3 if others disagree. Thanks in advance!