When traveling by train with luggage where does the luggage get stored and does that add time to the trip when departing the train?
Posted by
Minneapolis, MN, USA
8700 posts
You are responsible for your own luggage and will have to carry it on and off the train. Carry-on bags will fit on the rack above your seat. Larger bags will have to go in the bins/shelves at the end of the car.
Posted by
Tresana, Highlands Ranch, CO, USA
23626 posts
From you other question, the is no relationship between traveling by train and traveling by air. No checking in, no security, carry your own luggage which why the emphasis is on min luggage.
Posted by
victoria, Canada
11507 posts
Franks correct, except if taking Eurostar, where you do go through security, but not as bad as airport.
Posted by
Tresana, Highlands Ranch, CO, USA
23626 posts
There are always exceptions and maybe I should have included that but there are others also. Spanish high speed trains also have a light security but it not a big deal anywhere. He seems confused enough without adding addition stuff. In Italy there is no security screening anywhere.
Posted by
Vernon, Canada
32353 posts
Don, Which countries will you be travelling in? The trains are somewhat similar in all countries, but the luggage storage will vary a bit. If you're travelling in a train with compartments, you may be able to keep your luggage with you in the compartment. Smaller items can be placed on the rack above your seat, and if the compartment isn't full you should be able to keep larger items on the floor. If the car has open-seating, there will be a rack at one end to place larger items, and again smaller bags can be placed above your seat. If the car isn't full, I generally put my smaller bag on the seat beside me. If you place items on the luggage rack, it's a good idea to watch them, especially in stations, as they can "disappear" very quickly! Also, don't wander off to the dining car for a coffee or to the WC and leave your luggage unattended!!! You may find it helpful to have a look at This Excellent Website. Everything you ever wanted to know about travelling by train in Europe! Happy travels!
Posted by
Honolulu/Seattle, HI/WA, USA
2787 posts
When my wife and I end up on a train in Europe that has baggage storage at the end of the car, we use a cable chain to hook the two bags together so that if someone tries to grab one they just might think otherwise. But, one of us always keeps an eye on them anyway.