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✓ Frecciarossa Executive Class tickets are easily booked with Omio
✓ Simply add the Executive option while booking and enjoy tickets on your phone and live journey updates during your Italian trip!
About Frecciarossa Executive Class
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It’s easy to upgrade your journey to Frecciarossa Executive Class

Travelling Italy by train is an excellent option for those who want to get around the stunning country sustainably, comfortably and, of course, at high speed. But with so many different ticket types and fares to choose from, how do you find the very best one for your needs? Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa trains offer Standard, Business, Premium and Executive Classes. Here, you’ll find out everything you need about what it is like to travel with the most exclusive option, Frecciarossa Executive Class!

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Travel luxuriously: The top-modern and spacious Frecciarossa Executive carriage. Source: Trenitalia

Travel in luxury with Frecciarossa Executive Class

If you want to upgrade your ticket for top comfort, the Frecciarossa train’s Executive Class ticket is the best option for you. The Executive Class compartment seats 10 passengers in total, all of whom will be seated in comfortable, champagne-coloured leather armchair seats in rows of two. With plenty of space between them (1.5 metres, to be exact) and 74 centimetres wide, they are ideal for resting. On top of this, they are all fitted with a power-assisted system that helps passengers find their ideal resting position thanks to the large reclining backrest and leg rest extension. It is also possible to rotate each chair by 180° so that you can always travel in the direction of the train.

As if this wasn’t enough, you’ll also have access to a generous selection of food available to order from your seat, a welcome drink, and of course a power plug by each seat and free Wi-Fi onboard. On top of this, high-quality seat service and a bespoke menu are included for your convenience, as well as access to the FrecciaLounge and FrecciaClub (available only at certain train stations).

How do I buy a Frecciarossa Executive Ticket?

Once you’ve searched for your connection using the Omio website or app, all of the Frecciarossa Class options will appear in a clear overview of the price differences and various on board services provided with your selected fare. Simply select the “Executive” category and enjoy all the extra perks it entails for your chosen train journey. When you opt for the Executive Class, you’re treating yourself to extra space and comfort for a guaranteed pleasurable journey!

About Frecciarossa 1000 trains

The modern Frecciarossa 1000 trains boast spacious corridors and ergonomic, wide reclinable leather seats. Lean back and enjoy a smooth journey with this state-of-the-art high-speed train. The Executive Class offers an incredible amount of space, ideal for passengers who want to travel peacefully with plenty of room for relaxation so that you can truly enjoy the ride.

Why book Frecciarossa Executive tickets for your next journey?

One of the many perks of choosing Executive Class is that as a customer you’ll have access to the elegant and cosy FRECCIAClub and FRECCIALounge locations in the 11 major high-speed train stations. These include: Milan, Rome, Turin, Bologna, Florence, Naples, Padua, Venice, Bari, Salerno, and Verona. You can wait inside one of the FRECCIAClub and FRECCIALounge locations until your train arrives, then be greeted by a member of Trenitalia staff at the nearby platform who will escort you to your seat.

Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa Executive Class option also offers many advantages for travellers wanting to add some extra comfort to their train travels. With 74-centimetre wide, comfortable, and hygienic seats and plenty of luggage space, you are guaranteed a peaceful journey and top-quality service whenever you choose Frecciarossa Executive Class.

Frecciarossa Executive Class ticket type comparison

Still unsure what the differences between Frecciarossa Executive vs Business and Premium are? We’ve created a table (shown below) to outline the key differences in ticket classes. You can also discover more about Frecciarossa Business Class and Frecciarossa Premium Class with Omio.

Class Standard Premium Business Executive
Wi-Fi
Silent area
Wide, reclinable leather seats
Extra luggage space
Welcome service
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Reclinable leather seats that can turn around so that you always face the direction of the train. Source: Trenitalia

Catering services onboard Frecciarossa Executive Class

Italy is famous around the world for its delicious food, and the Frecciarossa trains are no exception. Enjoy at-your-seat service when you travel in Executive Class. The extensive Executive Class menu features dishes signed by Chef Carlo Cracco, as well as a selection of DOC / DOCG wines, craft beers, cocktails, and Illy coffee. Note that on the Turin-Milan, Turin-Milan/Venice, Milan-Udine, Turin/Milan-Trieste, and Genoa-Venice routes a welcome service will be provided with cold and hot drinks, espresso, and a snack of your choice.

Hassle-free service with the FrecciaBistrò

The FrecciaBistrò is there to satisfy your food cravings with specially selected Italian products. On some Frecciarossa trains, the FrecciaBistrò service allows you to order from a selection of snacks, food, and drinks and receive them straight to your seat. You can select your favourite meal by ordering directly from the staff or through the FRECCE* Portal. You can order from your seat, then pay upon delivery for a hassle-free transaction.

Top Frecciarossa destinations

Discover the top things to do once you’ve exited the train for these popular Frecciarossa destinations!


Curiouswhat to see and do in Rome? Check out our comprehensive guide to the Eternal City where antiquity, combined with modernity creates an intoxicating and gritty mix.


Find out the top things to do in Venice and discover the magical allure that this otherworldly watery city has long held.


Keen on exploring Milan? Discover the fashionable city of Milan with our detailed guide and experience the best of Italian culture, many of the country’s top restaurants, and a cosmopolitan attitude.


Popular Frecciarossa journeys with Frecciarossa Executive Class services

Here are some of the most popular connections that provide Exuective Class services. Please note that the Executive service is not provided between Fiumicino Airport and Rome Termini station.

Frecciarossa Executive Class FAQs

1. What is the Frecciarossa Executive Class cancellation policy like?

The refund policy depends on which fare type you have selected. Once you’ve selected the Executive fare, ticket types will range from Super Economy to Economy to Base. Super Economy does not allow any changes, while the Economy fare allows you one change prior to departure by changing the date or time of the ticket. The Base fare gives you maximum flexibility with unlimited changes to your ticket up until one hour after departure.

2. Will I get compensated if a Frecciarossa train arrives late?

Yes! In case of the late arrival of Frecciarossa trains from 30 to 59 minutes after the time scheduled, Trenitalia will issue a bonus equal to 25% of the ticket price that you can use for future purchases. If your train arrived late at the final destination, you are entitled to compensation for delay equal to
  • 25% of the ticket price for a delay ranging from 60 to 119 minutes.
  • 50% of the ticket price for a delay of at least 120 minutes.
In order to request compensation for the delay, you will have to apply via the Trenitalia web form.

3. How much luggage can I bring on board Frecciarossa Executive Class?

Trenitalia does not have set luggage restrictions, but it’s important to know that the pieces you bring must fit into the spaces provided above and in the luggage compartments.

4. Can I travel with my pet with Frecciarossa Executive Class?

Yes, you can bring your furry friend along with you (except in the Silence Area). From January 9th, 2023 the ticket for your dog costs €5 Sunday to Friday, and €1 if you travel on a Saturday. Small dogs, cats, and other pets can travel for free when inside a pet carrier that does not exceed 70 x 30 x 50 cm, but only one pet carrier is permitted per passenger. Leader dogs travel free of charge.

5. Do children need tickets to ride in Executive Class?

Children ages 0 to 4 may travel for free in Executive Class so long as they sit with an adult. If you’d like your child to have a separate seat, tickets are available for half price. Children ages 4 to 15 must sit in their own seat, but they are entitled to a 50% discount on the Executive Class ticket.
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