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London · St Pancras International · 14 days
The Transalpine Run to Rome
A grand scenic journey combining Swiss lakes, Italian high-speed rail and the Côte d’Azur.
14 daysDuration
7cities
−90%CO₂ vs flying
From €319Ticket budget
TrainTransport
London → Paris
Day · Leg
| Day | Leg | Transport / Operator | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–3 | London → Zurich | Eurostar + TGV Lyria | 7h 45 |
| 4–6 | Zurich → Lucerne → Milan | SBB + EuroCity | 3h 20 |
| 7–10 | Milan → Florence → Rome | Frecciarossa / Italo | 3h 10 |
| 11–12 | Rome → Nice (Côte d’Azur) | Frecciabianca + TER | 8h 30 |
| 13–14 | Nice → Paris → London | TGV INOUI + Eurostar | 9h 15 |
Ticket budget
Ticket budget
Point-to-point (booked ahead)
- Eurostar London → Paris: €59
- TGV Lyria Paris → Zurich: €49
- SBB / EuroCity Zurich → Milan: €29
- Frecciarossa Milan → Florence → Rome: €45
- Trenitalia / TER Rome → Nice: €39
- TGV INOUI Nice → Paris: €39
- Eurostar Paris → London: €59
Total: €319
Interrail option
- Interrail Global Pass (5 days in 1 month): €338
- Eurostar return €64 · TGV Lyria €31 · Frecciarossa €26 · TGV Nice–Paris €20
Total: €479
Economy
€1,994
per person, transport + stay + meals
Comfort / mid
€3,489
per person, 3–4★ hotels, preferred seats
Ticket verdictPoint-to-point wins with advance booking (€319 vs €479). Book Eurostar and TGV Lyria as early as possible.
FAQ
FAQ
Is Interrail worth it for this route?
Point-to-point wins with advance booking (€319 vs €479). Book Eurostar and TGV Lyria as early as possible.
How far in advance should I book?
Book 6–8 weeks ahead for the cheapest fares. European high-speed and night trains use dynamic pricing: the same seat can cost 2–3× more on the day of travel. All budgets on this page assume advance purchase.
What does the trip cost in total?
Transport costs €319 point-to-point (or €479 with Interrail). All-in, plan for €1,994 travelling light, or €3,489 with 3–4★ hotels — per person, including stays and meals.