Can I sleep during the journey? Is the train quiet?
dor-MI-re — stress on second syllable. si-LEN-zio-so — stress on second syllable.
On a long journey when you want to sleep and are checking if conditions are suitable.
'Posso dormire' (can I sleep) — a simple, practical question. 'Il treno è silenzioso' (is the train quiet) is a reasonable concern. Italian high-speed trains are relatively quiet at cruising speed, though conversation, phone calls, and the PA system can interrupt sleep.
C'è qualcosa che copre gli occhi nel treno?
Is there an eye mask on the train?
Not usually — bring your own for daytime sleeping
Posso mettere le cuffie e dormire?
Can I put headphones in and sleep?
Yes — noise-cancelling headphones are ideal for train sleep
Svegliatemi a Napoli, per favore.
Wake me up at Naples, please.
Asking a fellow passenger to wake you — requires trust
The Frecciarossa seats recline more than most European high-speed trains. Business class seats recline into a near-flat position. Long-haul domestic Italian routes (Rome-Reggio Calabria, Milan-Palermo via ferry) are excellent for sleeping. The night train (Intercity Notte) with couchettes is the best option for overnight sleep.