WE are traveling on trains to several destination and was wondering whether to get a 22 or 24 inch. I would rather get a 24 inch if it fits on the overhead luggage compartment on trains. Or is 22inc standard
Posted by
Elk Grove, CA, USA
6898 posts
For Italy and Switzerland, the overhead racks on trains can handle your 24" luggage. The racks usually run the full length on both sides of the car. Plenty of room. Plus, there are luggage storage areas at the end of some cars although I would advise against placing luggage there unless you can lock it in with a cable and lock and can keep an eye on it. Luggage thieves in Italy are very good at removing luggage from those areas.
Posted by
OP
Castaic
15 posts
Yea, i agree the overhead is safer. Any thoughts on France and Netherlands?
Posted by
Bend, OR, United States
1167 posts
The 24 inch bag should be OK everywhere.
Posted by
Edmonton, AB, Canada
668 posts
Yep, 24 inch will fit everywhere we have been - my wife uses a 26 inch one and never had a problem in UK France Germany Italy Switzerland Austria Czech Republic. Be aware, however, that a few trains do not have an overhead rack, only at the end of the coach. If the train is not busy you can keep it beside you on the floor.
Posted by
Redding, CA, USA
1568 posts
There are usually luggage racks at the end of the cars just as you enter. We used a luggage cable with lock.