Although there are many workers at S.M.N. who do speak fluent English, it is always a good idea to have a few basic phrases at your disposal. Plus the Italians always appreciate travelers that put in the effort to speak their language even if it is hard to converse. Never be afraid to try speaking Italian, fore you will only learn this way. Below are a list of useful words and phrases to have while traveling by train in Italy.
Platform Binario
Train Treno
Excuse me Scusi
Corresponding Cities | ||||||
| Rome | Florence | Milan | Naples | Lake Como | Venice | Bologne |
| Roma | Firenze | Milano | Napoli | Lago di Como | Venezia | Bologne |
Days of the Week | ||||||
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
Domenica | Lunedi | Martedi | Mercoledi | Giovedi | Venerdì | Sabato |
How much does it cost for a ticket to (City Name)?
Vorrei fare una prenotazione.
I would like to make a reservation.
Quanto tempo e il train per Roma?
How long is the train to Rome?
Vorrei uno biglietto di andata e ritorno per Firenze, per favore.
One full trip ticket to Florence, please.
Che binario per (Name of City)?
Which platform for (Name of City)?
Il treno e in ritardo?
The train is ______?
late: in ritardo
early: presto
on time: il tempo
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