How do I buy food on Trenitalia?


How do I buy food on Trenitalia? You can order your food and drink selection from the FRECCE Portal and pay upon delivery at your selected time slot, or purchase them directly from the service personnel as they pass through the carriage.


How early to board Trenitalia train?

To have plenty of time to find your car, your seat, to store your suitcases etc... we advise you to arrive 20 minutes before departure. Access to the train is guaranteed up to 2 minutes before departure, so avoid arriving at the very last minute!


Does Trenitalia have free WiFi?

All Frecciarossas have power sockets and free WiFi. The standard Trenitalia power outlet is of the 2-pin rectangular type shown in the photo below.


Do you get free food on Italian trains?

In first class cars of some trains, passengers will get a free “welcome drink” and a snack upon boarding. Some train systems offer more choices for in-seat dining that can be ordered from the restaurant car, including hot dishes.


What is the difference between standard and premium seats on Trenitalia?

The main differences between Standard and Premium Class are the seats, which are more comfortable in Premium Class, and the welcome service, which is only available in Premium Class.


Do you need to reserve a seat on Trenitalia?

Seat Reservations are based on actual availability at time of booking (as such there is no guarantee of seat proximity in case of very busy sectors/travel date) . Seat Reservation is an additional service offered by Trenitalia and is offered on a voluntary basis and not required to complete the train booking.


Where do I put my big luggage on Trenitalia?

Luggage should be stored either on the luggage racks or above the seats. You may have trouble storing big suitcases during the high season, and the same applies to bikes and other sports equipment. Instead, you can consider shipping your luggage and bicycle by courier and travel hassle-free.


How early to board Trenitalia?

There is no check-in prior to boarding high-speed and regional trains. It's best to arrive at the train station at least 15 mins before departure. You'll need time to find the platform. Ticket inspection occurs onboard.


Do they check your tickets on Trenitalia?

Starting from October 28th, 2023 Trenitalia will compulsorily incorporate a mandatory CHECK IN policy for Regional Train ticket holders. As a result, any regional train tickets specifying NOT VALID TO TRAVEL will require a CHECK IN to be performed which would be a process to validate the tickets for usage.


What are the best seats on an Italian train?

In general, 1st class travel is more spacious and quieter than 2nd class travel. First class seats are usually larger with reclining backs and offer more legroom than 2nd class seats. In a typical 1st class train car there are usually 2 seats on 1 side of the aisle and 1 seat on the other.


What is the difference between 1st and 2nd class on Trenitalia?

First-class seating is more spacious, with fewer seats per compartment, and usually more quiet. There is more room for luggage and it will generally be less crowded as most passengers typically travel in second class.


Can you sit anywhere on Trenitalia?

Some trains require seat reservations, and on other trains it's optional. If you're riding a train on which reservations are only recommended or completely optional and you don't have a reservation, you can sit in any available seat in the appropriate class you have booked.


Can I bring a handbag backpack and carry-on?

Yes, you can bring both a carry-on and a personal item backpack onto the plane. Your carry-on goes in the overhead compartment, and your personal item goes below your seat. In most cases, you cannot bring two carry-ons that both go in the overhead bin.