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Train Operators: Trenitalia, Italo and Trenord

  • Frecciarossa

    High-speed trains, up to 300 km/h.

    • 󱘐Classes/Services: Standard, Premium, Business, Executive, Quiet Zones, onboard dining.
    • 󱤑Routes: All major Italian cities (Milan, Turin, Venice, Rome, Naples, etc.) as well as international routes (e.g. Paris, Lyon).

  • Italo

    High-speed trains operated by NTV, up to 300 km/h.

    • 󱘐Classes/Services: Smart, Prima Business, Club Executive, onboard dining.
    • 󱤑Routes: All major Italian cities from north to south (Turin, Milan, Venice, Florence, Rome, Naples, Bari, etc.), plus extended coach connections via Itabus.

  • Trenord

    Regional, suburban and airport trains, mainly operating in Lombardy.

    • 󱘐Classes/Services: Mostly single-class trains. Dedicated Malpensa Express airport train between Milan Centrale/Cadorna and Milan Malpensa Airport.
    • 󱤑Routes: All major cities across Lombardy, the Italian Lakes (Como, Garda, Maggiore), throughout Ticino in Switzerland (via TILO) and nearby cities including Verona and Novara.

  • Regional Trains

    Short and medium-distance trains for local and commuter travel.

    • 󱘐Classes/services: Guaranteed unreserved seating onboard mostly single-class trains (first class available on some routes), bikes permitted
    • 󱤑Routes: Extensive network all across Italy, ideal for connecting major cities with small towns, local airports and lesser-known tourist destinations.

  • Intercity and Intercity Notte

    Medium and long-distance trains on the standard rail network, up to 200 km/h.

    • 󱘐Classes/Services: First and second class services with reserved seating. Onboard night trains: Standard Seat, Comfort Couchette (4 berths), Private Sleeping Carriage (1-3 beds), Superior Cabin.
    • 󱤑Routes: North to south along the Tyrrhenian, Adriatic and Ionian train lines, including ferry connections to Sicily (Messina, Palermo, Syracuse).

Italy Airport Trains and Bus Connections

Arriving at an Italian airport, such as Milan Malpensa or Rome Fiumicino, and heading into the city? Compare routes and train times on our dedicated pages for airport train and bus connections all across Italy.

Rome Fiumicino Airport Train

Rome Fiumicino Airport Train

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Leonardo Express, Trenitalia (Regional)

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Milan Malpensa Airport Train

Milan Malpensa Airport Train

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Malpensa Express

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Turin Caselle Airport Train

Turin Caselle Airport Train

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Trenitalia (Servizio Ferroviario Metropolitano)

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Palermo Airport Train

Palermo Airport Train

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Trenitalia (Regional)

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Italy Train Travel FAQs

How much does a Trenitalia train ticket cost?

There are three main fare types on Trenitalia's Intercity and high-speed services (Frecce: Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, Frecciabianca): Super Economy, Economy and Base (in ascending order of price and flexibility).

For the best fares, we recommend booking in advance, as the cheapest tickets are only available in limited numbers and prices can rise significantly once they sell out.

Regional trains on the other hand operate on a fixed fare basis depending on the distance of the route and do not change the closer it comes to departure.

How much does an Italo train ticket cost?

In ascending order of price and flexibility, Italo offers three train ticket types: Low Cost, Economy and Flex. Low Cost fares offer no refunds and only very limited changes, while Flex fares guarantee maximum flexibility, with free ticket changes and refunds for only a small fee.

How far in advance can I buy train tickets in Italy?

Trenitalia: Long-distance train tickets (Frecce and Intercity) are generally available up to 6 months prior to departure.
Italo: Train tickets are available to book 4-6 months in advance.
Please note: Every year on the second Sunday of June and December, Italy’s national rail timetable changes. Around these dates, the advance booking window for both Trenitalia and Italo may be temporarily reduced.

When can I buy the cheapest train tickets in Italy?

For high-speed trains such as Frecciarossa and Italo, the earlier you book, the cheaper the fare.
But even when purchasing closer to departure, you can still benefit from Trenitalia's FrecciaDAYS fares, unlocking savings of up to 60% when travelling on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
You can also take advantage of Trenitalia's dynamic pricing system, which offers significantly lower fares on quieter days and during off-peak hours.

How does Trenitalia's 2-for-1 offer work?

With Trenitalia's Freccia 2-for-1 offer, two people travelling together pay the price of just one Base fare ticket. Simply purchase your tickets by midnight, at least three days prior to departure. Please note that tickets are non-refundable and cannot be amended.

Need a little more flexibility? Just add the tiRimborso option before checkout – this allows you to cancel your journey and recover the total ticket cost (minus a 10% fee) up to midnight two days before departure.

Where can I buy train tickets in Italy?

There are several ways to buy train tickets in Italy:

  1. Via the Trip.com app and website (recommended): Everything you need to manage your journey, all in one place. With Trip.com you can:

    • Compare Trenitalia and Italo fares and timetables side by side.
    • Stay up to date with live train updates to help keep track of your platform and more.
    • Change or cancel your ticket right from your smartphone with just one single tap.
    • Save with exclusive welcome discounts and special holiday promotions.
    • Access 24/7 customer support and pay in your preferred currency.

  2. Via the operators directly: Through the Trenitalia and Italo websites or apps.

  3. At the station: At staffed ticket offices or self-service machines, where you can pay by cash or card.

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