Frecciarossa Business Class: What to Expect On Board
One of the most comfortable ways to travel around Italy by train is in business class on a Trenitalia Frecciarossa high-speed service.
In this short guide, I’ll show you what you can expect on board in terms of seating and service when travelling in Frecciarossa business class.
A Frecciarossa high-speed train. ©AndyBTravels
What is Frecciarossa business class?
While most European trains offer just two travel classes – first and second class – things are done slightly differently on the Frecciarossa high-speed trains operated by Italian national railway company Trenitalia.
Frecciarossa trains feature four different travel classes:
- Standard
- Premium
- Business
- Executive
Standard and Premium are both second class products, while Business and Executive are both first class products.
Business class on a Frecciarossa high-speed train is broadly comparable to first class on most other European trains, while executive class is a premium first class product.
Given the high ticket price of executive class – which is essentially aimed at business travellers on company expenses or well-to-do leisure travellers who do not mind splurging – business class is the better option for most travellers who would usually travel in first class on trains.
If you are using a first class Interrail or Eurail Pass to travel around Europe, you will also travel in business class when taking a Frecciarossa high-speed train.
Business class seats on a Frecciarossa train. ©AndyBTravels
What to expect in business class?
Business class features comfortable leather seats in a 2+1 configuration throughout the carriage.
There are solo seats, seats facing each other around tables for two, pairs of seats side by side, and bays of four seats arranged around a large table.
This means there is always an ideal seating option available, whether you are travelling alone, as a couple, or as a small group or family.
Frecciarossa high-speed trains have power sockets at all seats, and the carriages are also equipped with Wi-Fi, making them a great mobile office if you need to get some work done during your journey.
A pair of business class seats. ©AndyBTravels
Service in business class
In business class, you will receive complimentary drinks such as water, tea or coffee, or even a small bottle of Prosecco.
You will also be served small snacks, which may be either sweet or savoury depending on your choice.
For a more substantial meal, you can either visit the café-bar coach on the Frecciarossa train or bring your own food – and perhaps drinks – on board.
Cake and a cup of tea in business class. ©AndyBTravels
Buying tickets
You can book Trenitalia Frecciarossa services, along with all other Italian train tickets, by using the reliable booking platform Omio.
Your ticket will automatically include a seat reservation.
Use the journey planner below to find the best connection for your travel date, compare fares, and book your train.
Read this guide on how to make Interrail and Eurail passholder reservations if you want to travel on a Frecciarossa high-speed train using a rail pass.
Conclusion
Business class on Frecciarossa high-speed trains operated by Trenitalia is broadly comparable to first class on most other European trains, featuring comfortable leather seats in a 2+1 configuration throughout the carriage.
If you value comfort, space, and a generally quiet atmosphere on board, business class is the best choice on these Italian high-speed services.
