Trenitalia

The Frecciarossa, meaning “red arrow,” is Trenitalia’s premier high-speed train, offering passengers a fast, modern, and exceptionally comfortable way to explore Italy. These sleek trains travel up to 186 mph (300 km/h) and connect major cities such as Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice, Naples, and Turin, making them ideal for efficient multi-city vacations. With frequent daily departures and smooth onboard service, the Frecciarossa is as practical as it is stylish, cutting down travel time while getting the most out of sightseeing opportunities.

When you book with Railbookers, you have the option to upgrade to Executive Class for a truly elevated experience. Railbookers handles all the details—from ticket reservations to seat selection—ensuring your Executive Class journey includes dedicated platform staff, a personal steward, plush rotating armchair seating, and complimentary gourmet meals and drinks tailored to the time of day. You'll also enjoy exclusive access to FRECCIALounge or FRECCIACLub at major train stations before departure. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply want to travel in unmatched comfort, Railbookers makes it easy to enjoy the highest level of luxury on Italy’s fastest trains.

Trenitalia operates Intercity trains on the non-high-speed network, including routes between Naples and Sicily and from Rome and Milan to La Spezia and the Cinque Terre. Trains to and from Sicily are the only remaining trains in Europe to travel by train ferry across the Straits of Messina, before continuing the journey on land.

Most trains offer open-plan seating, though a few have 6-seat compartments. Standard class seats are arranged 2+2 across the train car; First Class offers 2+1 seating, including tables for two as well as solo seats. There is no café car on board, although many trains offer vending machines selling drinks and snacks. On longer journeys, we recommend taking food and drink onto the train. Luggage racks are available at the end of each train car, whilst smaller items can be stored in the overhead racks.

Regional trains operate on shorter distances, popular journeys include Florence-Pisa and Florence-Siena, as well as most journeys in Sicily. Most are Standard class only and there are no pre-assigned seats – seats are chosen when boarding the train.

Overnight trains with sleeping cars run between the North and South of Italy, including Sicily. Popular routes include travel to/from either Milan and Bologna, or Rome and Naples, to Palermo, Catania, and Siracuse in Sicily. A handful of these routes offer 1 or 2-bed sleepers; these are known as Superior sleepers. All services offer 1, 2 and 3-bed sleepers with a washbasin, branded as Relax. Both types have bunk-style accommodation and are fully made up with clean sheets, pillows, and a duvet. Towels and amenity kits with toothpaste and soap are provided on board. For the daytime part of the journey, the beds fold away to form a 3-seat sofa. A light complimentary breakfast, including coffee and juice, is served in the morning; we recommend bringing food and drink onboard for the evening.