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            Bus or train in Italy? w/ my 65 yr old mother

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            Hi- we are starting off in Rome then Florence - Cinque Terre (Vernaza) - Parma - Milan where we take our plane back home. We were originally planning to just travel by train, but realized that there will be a lot of stairs involved and no porters to help.

            Is bus a better option for me and my 65yr old mother? We will be carrying 27" suitcases but travelling light at the start (but prepared for this to be filled after the Florence outlets). Am thinking that it will be easier, not having to lift bags onto the train since the buses are right at street level.

            How much longer will the travel time be if we take the bus?

            Would really appreciate your help. Thanks!

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