Hey, I've read most people think it's best to get tickets at the terminal for trains from Rome to Florence. However, as I am booking them for a family group of 18 does this still hold true? I just wondered if buying in bulk was easier ahead of time, or just overkill in the planning department. I've checkout out the ticket site, which was a bit confusing to me, but do-able I'm sure with some effort. Just didn't want to if I didn't have to. By the way, I need tickets Jan. 1. Thanks for any help. Jane

Jane,

When will you arrive in Rome? Will you have time to drop by the train station in advance?

Mark

If you want 18 seats together with reservations you better reserve ahead of time. Often for groups of six or more there are substantial discounts. RailEurope, though which may charge a bit higher price on Italian tickets does offer a group discount and the train fare between Florence and Rome is so cheap you may enquire with RailEurope, or one of their agents - one i've used and always recommend is BETS (800441-2387) - call and see group prices and compare with web and www.trenitalia.com.

Hi J,

For 18 people, you will get a group discount.

Also, if you want to be on the same train, it would be wise to book in advance.

Hey, thanks for the input Mark, Ira and Bob. I don't think I'll have time to visit the train station in advance Mark, which would have been a good idea probably. I'm going to check out the group discounts online and try BETS also, but as we definitely want to be together, I'll book early. Thanks guys! Jane