Agree. That’s why when I’m in Europe I just train everywhere. Milan Paris? Fuck it I’ll take the 5h train. It’s so chill and nice and I’m door to door.
Another vote for the Milan or Barcelona to Paris trains. I've taken them multiple times over the plane, even though on theory the plane is faster (but in practice it usually isn't if you count all the time wasted in getting to and from airports, the security checks etc.). Added bonus for Milan - Paris is that it passes through the Alps and has a few stops high up with magnificent views.