Onboard, you'll be able to store smaller suitcases on luggage racks above your seats or luggage stacks at the end of carriages and in seating areas. Off the train, almost all of Europe's larger stations will have left luggage lockers or even staffed luggage offices.
How do I protect my luggage on the train?
Make sure you always have an eye on your bags, even when you are not directly near them. If possible, try to secure the bag with a lock or cable tie so that it cannot easily be taken away from you. Additionally, if there is space available for storage above or below the seat, use it!
Can you leave your luggage in train station in Europe?
It's usually safe to assume that any major city railway station in Europe will have a 'left luggage' facility, either a staffed facility or self-service lockers or both. When changing trains with some time to spare, you can leave your luggage and explore the town.
Do they check luggage on trains in Europe?
Because train luggage isn't checked in, most European trains don't have a separate baggage car either. You can store your baggage on the floor-standing racks located at the end of the carriage, in the overhead rack, under your seat, in front of your seat, or even right next to you—if you have enough room.
What do you do with your luggage on a train?
Personal items such as a small bag or backpack must fit under the seat. Carry-on bags must be kept with you, and need to fit in the overhead racks or luggage tower.
How can I keep my luggage safe on a train in Europe?
Where do you put your luggage in trains?
Small cases and bags can be stored under your seat, medium sized bags can go in the overhead racks and large suitcases must be placed in the luggage racks at the end of each carriage.
What do I do with my luggage on a train?
Personal items such as a small bag or backpack must fit under the seat. Carry-on bags must be kept with you, and need to fit in the overhead racks or luggage tower.
What do you do with suitcases on a train?
Handbags and small shopping bags are suitable to store under a seat. Rucksacks and hand luggage can find adequate space in the overhead racks. Larger suitcases and large rucksacks can be stored in the carriage luggage area. Our Voyager trains have a dedicated luggage area in Coach D for easy storage of larger bags.
Are the TSA luggage locks OK for international travel?
Actually, TSA-approved locks are recognized worldwide. If there is a red diamond (the Travel Sentry logo) on your lock, you know it is TSA-approved and recognized outside the U.S.
What if my bag gets stolen on the train?
Claims for lost checked baggage must be submitted within 30 days of the date of the incident to the Office of Customer Relations (Attn: Baggage Claims, Amtrak, 1 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001). For more information, call us at 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245) and ask for Customer Relations.