Italo High-Speed Train

Without a doubt, this bullet train is among the most favored transportation options by travelers, as its overall trip duration times rival those of planes and its great onboard amenities provide comfort, not to mention other perks, such as fair prices. The Italo is quick, modern, well-equipped, departs and arrives from/to central stations which are set in the heart of town (omitting the need to make your way to the airports in the outskirts).

What train is better Trenitalia or Italo?

The Italo is the best Italy train available as of today, offering the top amenities and service. The second most popular rail options in the country are train brands of the governmental train operator Trenitalia, which offer simpler yet also good trains.

The Italo train speed can reach 300 kilometers per hour (186 mph), explaining its super quick trip duration times. The modern high-speed Italo train is a fast and comfortable travel choice, offering a wide network of routes and departures to select from.

The Italo bullet trains are operated by the private NTV (Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori) company, whereas the other train brands like Frecciarossa, Frecciabianca, Intercity, among others, are run by the state-owned Trenitalia.

Among the easiest ways how to reserve a spot on the Italo train is by getting tickets online on platforms such as Rail Ninja on which it is possible to make bookings for departure dates that are as far as 2 years in advance, making planning your future trip easy and worry-free.

How to book multiple tickets on the Italo train?

When making a booking of Italo train tickets, say, on the Rail Ninja platform, indicate the number of people in the "passengers" field if there's more than one traveler. It is also possible to book roundtrip tickets and multidestination routes.

How to choose your seats on the Italo train?

Based on the coach class you select, there are different seat arrangements, i.e. 2 by 2 in the Standard (or Smart) Class, and 1 by 2 in the rest. Some seats are set around tables. When booking your tickets on Rail Ninja, you can leave a seat preferences note, and provided the availability, we will book it for you.

How to get seats that face each other on the Italo train?

If you want such a spot on the train, you need to book seats which are placed around tables. As a rule, there are 8 seats like this in every car of Standard Class (a.k.a Smart), and 6 each in the rest of the classes. When booking tickets on Rail Ninja, you may indicate your seat preference, and we'll do what we can to get the best available option.

It is advisable to be at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time for passing security checks, finding the platform, and boarding the train.

How to check in on Italo train tickets?

There's no need to register for the train, for example, as it is required on flights. Keep in mind, though, that there are certain Italo train luggage regulations, they are not as strict as those on planes (f.i. you're allowed to bring your own food and drinks), yet it is best to get acquainted with the rules before your trip.