Want to explore Rome’s ancient ruins or the Italian Alps? You’re in luck—Italy is accessible from France by train, with entry points such as Milan, Turin, Bologna, and Venice. By train, you can travel between imperial cities, vineyards, the Adriatic coast, and the Alps, thanks to a highly developed rail network, night trains and high-speed rail lines.
To travel to Italy by train from France, there are several direct routes that make the trip easier.
And for a unique alternative, you can also combine a train ride to Nice or Marseille with a ferry to Genoa or Sardinia (an ideal option if you enjoy scenic routes), or even extend your trip all the way to Sicily!
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In short, a country full of contrasts and vibrancy that can be explored through both its cities and its wide-open spaces… And all without flying.
The Grand Tour of Italy by Train: A route available for free on our trip planner
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If you want to take a step back from the internet (or fine-tune your decor as the train enthusiast that you are), that’s exactly what Cartotrain offers—a fold-out paper map dedicated to Italy and designed for train travel!
Map ©Cartotrain Italy
At a glance, you’ll find: → all train and bus connections, from Piedmont to Sicily → itinerary ideas connecting cities, natural areas, and lesser-known regions → information on exploring Italy in a different way, at the pace of the train
A simple but very effective tool for understanding how the country is connected, identifying alternatives, and envisioning paths you might not have thought of.
To explore the Italy map on Cartotrain, click here:
If you want to broaden your horizons, take a look at our ready-made loops passing through Italie:
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