Frecciarossa: Tickets, Routes & FAQs

Travel in Style from Milan to Paris with Frecciarossa Trains on Omio

For a fast, luxurious, and highly comfortable travel option between Milan and Paris, look no further than the Frecciarossa high-speed trains. Known for their superior quality and elegance, Frecciarossa offers a premium travel experience along the direct Milan-Paris route, with seamless connections and state-of-the-art amenities. Relaunched in 2025, this service offers the perfect blend of speed and luxury, ensuring a smooth and efficient journey between two of Europe’s most iconic cities.

The Milan to Paris Frecciarossa service completes the journey in just 7 hours and 4 minutes, offering an attractive alternative to air travel. As you travel through the picturesque landscapes of both Italy and France, you’ll enjoy generous seating space, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a refined atmosphere throughout. Whether your trip is for business or pleasure, Frecciarossa guarantees a smooth and stylish ride. With several classes to choose from, including Premium, Business, and Executive, you can customise your experience for the highest level of comfort. Book your tickets through Omio to secure the best fares and a seamless travel experience.

Get to Your Destination Faster with Frecciarossa

If you’re flying into Rome’s Fiumicino ‘Leonardo da Vinci' Airport and plan on travelling to another Italian city (or vice versa), you can now do so without taking a connecting flight!

Frecciarossa, Trenitalia’s high-speed train, now runs daily services direct from Rome’s Fiumicino airport to Italy’s biggest cities, including Venice, Bologna, Florence and Naples.

Now it’s easier than ever to land in Rome and explore the rest of Italy’s most iconic cities by train—and it’s better for the environment, too! Book your direct train to and from Rome’s Fiumicino airport with Omio.

FrecciaDAYS: Get 60% discounts on Frecciarossa train tickets

Trenitalia is offering discounted Frecciarrossa and Frecciargento train tickets. The new FrecciaDAYS offer gives discounts of up to 60% on Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursday, making mid-week train travel even more affordable. The offer is available when buying tickets at least 6 days before the time of travel – simply search a week ahead and apply the discount at the check-out. Please note that seats are subject to limited availability and the FrecciaDays discount cannot be applied with any other reductions.The FrecciaDAYS offer can be for Business, Premium and Standard tickets in 1st and 2nd Class carriages. Book your mid-week train tickets with Frecciarossa today!

Book your Frecciarossa tickets with Omio

If you’re planning to travel around Italy, Omio can help you check routes and book cheap train tickets. To reserve your seats, select your departure city, destination and dates, then Omio will show you the cheapest Frecciarossa ticket and the fastest way to get there. Italy’s main train operator, Frecciarossa, is an efficient and inexpensive way to explore Italy.

• Omio is user-friendly and easy to navigate. Once you select your route, you can buy your Frecciarossa tickets and get them emailed to you directly.
• Omio shows you the cheapest and fastest options when you’re booking travel around Italy. Check the Frecciarossa train schedule on Omio to find the most affordable rates.
• You can book your tickets in advance with Omio and pay safely using your preferred method, such as credit card, PayPal or Google Pay.

Frecciarossa 1000. Source: Frecciarossa

Secure and Select Frecciarossa Seats on Omio!

We are excited to present even better functionality on Omio. It’s now possible to secure and select your seats when booking your Frecciarossa travel! Enjoy the convenience and peace of mind knowing that your preferred seat is secured ahead of time.

Take advantage of this enhanced travel experience. Book now on Omio and choose your preferred seat for a comfortable, high-speed train journey!

What Makes Frecciarossa Trains Special?

Frecciarossa trains are high-speed trains that travel throughout Italy and connect the major cities including Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan and Naples. These trains travel up to 186 mph (300 km/h) and are one of the fastest ways to get around. Frecciarossa trains offer 200 connections daily and are ultra modern with a wide range of on board facilities, including in-seat dining, a bistro carriage and premium business services. In 2021, Frecciarossa extended its network to France and now travels from Milan and Turin to Lyon and Paris. There are two types of Frecciarossa trains: the original Frecciarossa 500 and the next-generation Frecciarossa 1000.

Frecciarossa Trains: Daily Departures

Frecciarossa trains operate daily from morning to evening, transporting passengers from the north to the south of Italy. There are four major routes:

• Approximately 115 trains depart every day along the route from Turin to Salerno. These trains stop in Milan, Reggio Emilia, Bologna, Florence, Rome and Naples.
• The Venice to Salerno route stops in Padua, Florence, Rome and Naples. There are around 26 trains per day.
• Around 48 trains per day travel from Trieste to Turin, stopping in Udine, Venice, Padua, Verona, Brescia and Milan.
• Around 6 trains per day operate along the Turin/Milan to Lecce route, stopping in Reggio Emilia, Bologna, Rimini, Ancona, Pescara, Foggia and Bari.
• Frecciarossa trains also travel from Rome Termini to Rome Fiumicino Airport, with around 4 trains per day.

Frecciarossa: Type of Tickets

When you are selecting you fare with Frecciarossa, you can choose from three types of tickets:

• Super Economy fares: Super Economy tickets are usually the cheapest but cannot be refunded or exchanged.
• Economy fares: Economy tickets are non-refundable but can be exchanged before your departure once for a different train time. Passengers may be charged the price difference if applicable.
• Base fares: Base tickets can be refunded for a 20% fee before departure and are fully exchangeable.

Passengers can opt for the Omio Refund Guarantee. This allows you to to get a refund on 85% of the ticket price if you cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure.

Frecciarossa Trains: Types of Classes

Passengers travelling on Frecciarossa trains can choose from four different classes:

• Frecciarossa Standard: Passengers are seated in comfortable armchairs and can take advantage of free Wi-Fi on board. Power plugs are available if you need to charge your device.
• Frecciarossa Premium: Premium class passengers enjoy leather seats and are welcomed on board with a drink and snack on arrival, as well as a complimentary newspaper. In-seat catering is available.
• Frecciarossa Business: Business class passengers are seated in wide leather seats that recline. Dividers offer extra privacy, and there is plenty of space for luggage. Business passengers who don’t wish to be interrupted can stay in the Silent Area.
• Frecciarossa Executive: If you choose an Executive class ticket with Frecciarossa, you will travel in total comfort. Rotating champagne-coloured leather seats recline completely, with extra legroom and a footrest so you can stretch out. Passengers will also have access to the FRECCIAClub at the station before departing.

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Popular Frecciarossa Train Connections

Frecciarossa trains offer comfortable long-distance transport and high-speed connections between cities in Italy. You can travel from Milan in the north of Italy to Reggio di Calabria in the country's south in less than 10 hours. Some of the most popular routes include Rome to Milan and Rome to Florence. Note that prices will vary depending on the departure time and when you book. Check Omio in advance to get better deals for your preferred travel time.

Frecciarossa Rome to Florence

The Frecciarossa connection from Rome to Florence is one of the most popular routes.

• The direct journey usually takes between 1h 36 min and 1h 53 min.
• The first train departs around 5:35am and the last train leaves Rome at around 9:10pm.
• More than 35 trains operate along this route every day.
• Frecciarossa trains depart from Rome Termini and arrive at Florence Santa Maria Novella station.

Frecciarossa Florence to Milan

Whether you’re travelling for work or leisure, you can book tickets from Florence to Milan with Omio.

• The direct journey on a high-speed Frecciarossa train usually takes between 1h 55 min and 2h 39 min.
• The first train departs Florence around 7:19am and the last train leaves at around 10:12pm.
• More than 20 trains travel between Florence and Milan every day.
• Trains depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Milan Centrale, Milan Porta Garibaldi or Milan Rogoredo station.

Frecciarossa Venice to Rome

If you’re travelling from the romantic canals of Venice to the Italian capital of Rome, book your Frecciarossa tickets with Omio.

• The train journey from Venice to Rome usually takes between 3h 45 min and 4h 17 min.
• The first train leaves around 5:26am and the last train departs Venice at around 7:26pm.
• More than 20 trains travel between Venice and Rome every day.
• Frecciarossa trains depart from Venice Mestre or Venice Santa Lucia station and arrive at Rome Termini.

Most popular destinations with Frecciarossa

Frecciarossa trains travel to the most popular destinations in Italy, including the major cities of Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice and Naples. You can also visit some smaller cities, which are no less charming. These destinations include Turin, Bologna, Bergamo, Perugia, Pescara, Lecce and Reggio di Calabria.

Map of Popular Frecciarossa Routes

Frecciarossa Map connections in Italy

As shown on the map above, Frecciarossa trains connect the top cities in Italy with popular mountain, seaside, and cultural destinations. Travellers can now easily reach the mountains of Bolzano and Trento from Rome, Florence and Bologna. Or, travel from Milan to Naples or Venice with ease. Most excitingly, there’s a new route that connects Rome, Naples and Florence with Pompei! Beginning June 18th, this route will operate every third Sunday of the month. Use Omio to research the additional Frecciarossa train routes that are shown on the map above.

Frecciarossa: Services on Board

Passengers travelling around Italy on Frecciarossa trains can choose Standard, Premium, Business or Executive class tickets.

• You can choose your seat when you book, whether you prefer to sit by the aisle or window.
• There is no luggage limit for passengers travelling on Frecciarossa trains.
• All Frecciarossa trains have a bistro carriage so you can drink and dine on board.
• Passengers with Premium, Business or Executive class tickets will receive a welcome drink and catering on board. Executive Class tickets include a selection of DOC/DOCG wines, craft beers, cocktails and dishes prepared with local ingredients; Business and First Class tickets include a box of fresh food, coffee, and bottled water; Premium Class tickets include snacks and bottled water.
• For passengers with limited mobility, Frecciarossa trains have accessible toilets and offer wheelchair spaces in dedicated carriages.
• Small pets in carriers are permitted on Frecciarossa trains. If you are travelling with a larger dog, you will need to purchase a ticket for it and make sure it is always on a leash.
• You can bring one bicycle on board, but make sure it is disassembled and can fit in the luggage racks in each carriage.

Frecciarossa: Night Trains

Fast Frecciarossa trains usually travel during the day from early in the morning to late in the evening. If you wish to take a night train in Italy, Intercity Notte and Frecciargento trains offer this service, including services from Palermo to Rome and Milan to Reggio de Calabria.

Travel with Frecciarossa: Sustainable Travel

Train travel is one of the most sustainable ways to travel, and the Frecciarossa is the fastest and quietest high-speed train in Europe. The train uses advanced energy-saving technology, is constructed with 95% renewable materials, and 85% of its materials are recyclable. Other sustainable features include light alloys used for the carriage casings. As part of its sustainable goals, Trenitalia aims to become carbon neutral by 2050. Find out more about sustainable travel in The Window Seat travel magazine.

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Discover Italy with Frecciarossa: Travel Tips

For lovers of art, architecture and food, Italy is an unbeatable destination. Frecciarossa trains make it easy to travel around this beautiful country, learn about its history and savour its gastronomic delights.

• The birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, Florence is the cultural capital of Italy. Highlights include the Uffizi Gallery, the Ponte Vecchio and the Duomo, with artworks by Michelangelo, da Vinci and Botticelli. Find out more about Florence in The Window Seat travel magazine.
• The Eternal City of Rome is home to landmarks such as the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, as well as the gilded treasures of the Vatican.
• Known as The Floating City, Venice is famous for its magnificent bridges over charming canals. The most popular time to visit is during Carnival in February.
• Food lovers won’t want to miss a trip to Naples, the birthplace of pizza. Here, visitors can climb Mount Vesuvius and visit the ruins of Pompeii.
• Milan is the fashion capital of Italy and home to some of the world’s top luxury brands. The city’s most famous landmarks include the Duomo Cathedral, La Scala theatre and the stunning Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II shopping arcade.

Frecciarossa: FAQs