See also: Italy by Train - Overview. At HappyRail, you can easily book international and domestic train tickets to and within Italy. Travelling by train to Italy is comfortable, sustainable and one of the best ways to discover the country. Whether you're heading to Milan, Florence, Venice or Rome, the train takes you straight into the heart of the city.

On this page you'll find an overview of international train connections to Italy, the extensive domestic rail network and inspiration for rail holidays and city breaks.

International trains to Italy

Travelling from the UK to Italy by train is easy with just one or two connections. The most popular route is via London, Paris and Switzerland, continuing by EuroCity or Frecciarossa trains to Milan, Verona, Bologna and Florence.

Another popular option is travelling via Germany and Austria, with excellent Railjet, EuroCity and Nightjet connections. From France, direct TGV and Frecciarossa services connect Paris with Milan in less than seven hours.

Italy is also well connected with Switzerland, Austria, France and Slovenia, making it an ideal destination for a longer European rail holiday.

Domestic trains in Italy

Italy has one of Europe's most extensive railway networks, operated mainly by Trenitalia and Italo. Modern high-speed trains connect the country's major cities quickly and comfortably.

Popular high-speed routes include:

• Milan - Rome in around 3 hours
• Florence - Naples in around 2 hours 30 minutes
• Venice - Bologna in less than 1 hour 30 minutes

Intercity and Regional trains also make it easy to visit smaller destinations such as Pisa, Siena and Lecce. Tickets for all operators can be booked directly through HappyRail.

Rail holidays and city breaks in Italy

Italy is perfect for combining several destinations in one journey. Travel from Milan to Florence, Rome and Naples, discover the Cinque Terre coastline or continue to Sicily by rail and ferry. Thanks to fast journey times and centrally located stations, travelling by train is one of the easiest ways to explore Italy.

Our rail holidays and city breaks include carefully selected hotels close to the station, allowing you to travel comfortably without the hassle of airports or car hire.

Why book with HappyRail?

• International and domestic train tickets for Italy in one place
• Book Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Italo and Intercity trains
• Expert advice from experienced rail travellers
• Reservations, seat selection and route planning
• Comfortable, sustainable and hassle-free travel

Whether you're planning a city break, a rail holiday or a journey across Italy, HappyRail helps you find the best routes and fares. Book your train tickets to Italy today and discover one of Europe's finest rail networks.

See also

• Italy by Train - Overview
• Switzerland by Train
• France by Train