Italy by Rail

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express allows one piece of hand luggage, one suit carrier or overnight bag (for your cabin), and one suitcase that will be stored in the baggage car (inaccessible during the journey). Your tickets and passports should always be kept in your hand luggage. 

La Dolce Vita Orient Express allows one piece of hand luggage (max. size 55x40x23 cm) to be kept in your cabin, and one larger suitcase (max. size 149x119x171 cm) which is stored in the cargo hold and available upon request.

Transfers from the train station 
 
If you have booked an onward transfer with Citalia from your arrival train station, please find the meeting point information below.  

Please note due to the number of stations in Italy, we’re unable to list every train station.  

The larger stations below have more than one exit and you will find the designated meeting point stated. If your station is not listed, this means there is only one exit where your driver will be waiting for you with a Citalia sign. If you do encounter any difficulties in locating your driver, you can find the phone number for our local provider on your departure documents.

Transfers from the train station
 
If you have booked an onward transfer with Citalia from your arrival train station, please find the meeting point information below.  

Please note due to the number of stations in Italy, we’re unable to list every train station.  

The larger stations below have more than one exit and you will find the designated meeting point stated. If your station is not listed, this means there is only one exit where your driver will be waiting for you with a Citalia sign. If you do encounter any difficulties in locating your driver, you can find the phone number for our local provider on your departure documents.

Italy’s rail network makes it easy to travel between cities and regions. Below are the approximate journey times for some of Italy’s most popular train routes:

• Rome to Florence – 1 hour 30 mins 
• Venice to Florence – 2 hours 
• Venice to Lake Garda (Desenzano) – 1 hour 20 mins 
• Verona to Lake Garda (Desenzano) – 23 mins 
• Lake Como to Milan – 45 mins 
• Florence to Rome – 1 hour 35 mins 
• Florence to Tuscany Coast (Viareggio with one stop) – 1 hour 30 mins 
• Florence to Tuscany Countryside – 1 hour 20 mins (Lucca) / 1 hour 40 mins (Siena) 
• Florence to Venice – 2 hours 14 mins 
• Rome to Venice – 4 hours 
• Venice to Verona – 1 hour 15 mins 

These times may vary slightly depending on the service provider and time of day.

There are several types of commuter trains available for travel in Italy: 

High-Speed Trains (Frecce): 

• Operated by Trenitalia, these include Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, and Frecciabianca. 
• Connect major cities like Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan, Naples, and Bologna. 
• Speeds of up to 300 km/h (186 mph) for fast, comfortable travel.

Intercity Trains:

• Slower than high-speed trains but connect smaller cities and towns. 
• More affordable than Frecce trains, with essential amenities for longer journeys.

Regional Trains:

• Operate within specific regions or between nearby cities. 
• Affordable but slower and often more crowded. 
• Frequent connections between cities and towns, ideal for relaxed travel.

Scenic Routes:

• Stunning routes like the Bernina Express, Tuscany, and the Ionian coast. 
• Perfect for travellers seeking breathtaking views and a leisurely journey. 

Carrying luggage on commuter trains is free of charge, and there are no limits on the number of pieces a passenger can bring. However, there are size and weight restrictions: 

• The sum of the three sides (width + depth + height) of a piece of luggage must not exceed 210 cm.
• A side of a piece of luggage cannot be longer than 120 cm.
• The maximum weight of a piece of luggage is 25 kg. 

On Trenitalia trains, luggage should be placed in designated areas, such as storage racks or shelves. Newer high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, Frecciabianca) have luggage storage areas at one end of each car, as well as overhead racks. Older trains generally offer overhead shelves above the seats. During busy periods, especially on high-speed trains, luggage space may be limited, so it’s a good idea to arrive early to secure space for larger bags.

On commuter trains in Italy, food and beverages vary depending on the service. Some trains offer restaurant or café cars where you can purchase light meals, pastries, and coffee. On other services, staff may come through the aisles offering a selection of drinks, sandwiches, and snacks, such as fresh bread, fruit, and local pastries. Beverages typically include coffee, soft drinks, water, wine, and beer.