Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane (FS) is the Italian state railway. FIP discounts only apply to its subsidiary Trenitalia.

Summary

  • Reservation required (with surcharges) on long-distance trains
  • Partial train binding for FIP 50 Tickets on regional trains
  • No validity on FS subsidiaries (Trenord and Ferrovie Sud Est)

Validity of FIP Tickets

FIP Coupon: ✅FIP Coupon for relatives: ✅FIP 50 Tickets: ✅

Important Information

FIP Coupons and FIP 50 Tickets are valid on Trenitalia trains. For subsidiaries other than Trenitalia (e.g. Trenord, Ferrovie Sud Est), FIP discounts do not apply, even if trains display Trenitalia logos. Exception: TPER in Emilia-Romagna. See Regional trains in Emilia-Romagna

Train Categories and Reservations

Reservations (with surcharges) are mandatory on long-distance trains.

Le Frecce

Frecciarossa (FR AV) ⚠️ℹ️

Description:Highest Italian train category for long-distance high-speed trains. Frecciarossa 1000 is marked for higher speed and service.

ℹ️ Trains of the private operator Italo are also marked as AV but cannot be used with FIP.Reservation possible: YesReservation required: ⚠️ YesThe variable reservation price always includes a surcharge when using a FIP Coupon.

Frecciarossa (FR AV) ⚠️ℹ️

Description:Highest Italian train category for long-distance high-speed trains. Frecciarossa 1000 is marked for higher speed and service.

ℹ️ Trains of the private operator Italo are also marked as AV but cannot be used with FIP.Reservation possible: YesReservation required: ⚠️ YesThe variable reservation price always includes a surcharge when using a FIP Coupon.

Frecciargento (FA AV) ⚠️ℹ️

Description:High-speed tilting trains.

ℹ️ Trains of the private operator Italo are also marked as AV but cannot be used with FIP.Reservation possible: YesReservation required: ⚠️ YesThe variable reservation price always includes a surcharge when using a FIP Coupon.

Frecciargento (FA AV) ⚠️ℹ️

Description:High-speed tilting trains.

ℹ️ Trains of the private operator Italo are also marked as AV but cannot be used with FIP.Reservation possible: YesReservation required: ⚠️ YesThe variable reservation price always includes a surcharge when using a FIP Coupon.

Frecciabianca (FB) ⚠️

Description:Fast trains outside high-speed lines.Reservation possible: YesReservation required: ⚠️ YesThe variable reservation price always includes a surcharge when using a FIP Coupon.

Frecciabianca (FB) ⚠️

Description:Fast trains outside high-speed lines.Reservation possible: YesReservation required: ⚠️ YesThe variable reservation price always includes a surcharge when using a FIP Coupon.

FrecciaLink (FL) ⛔

Description:Connecting buses for high-speed trains.

⛔ FIP discounts do not apply on these buses.

FrecciaLink (FL) ⛔

Description:Connecting buses for high-speed trains.

⛔ FIP discounts do not apply on these buses.

Other Long-Distance

InterCity (IC) ⚠️

Description:Fast trains mostly outside high-speed lines.Reservation possible: YesReservation required: ⚠️ YesReservation cost: 3€ (1st/2nd class)The reservation price always includes a surcharge when using a FIP Coupon.

InterCity (IC) ⚠️

Description:Fast trains mostly outside high-speed lines.Reservation possible: YesReservation required: ⚠️ YesReservation cost: 3€ (1st/2nd class)The reservation price always includes a surcharge when using a FIP Coupon.

InterCity Notte (ICN) ⚠️

Description:National night train with sleeper, couchette, and seat cars.Reservation possible: YesReservation required: ⚠️ YesReservation cost: 25€ (1st/2nd class, seat car)The reservation price always includes a surcharge when using a FIP Coupon. For couchette or sleeper, an additional supplement applies.

InterCity Notte (ICN) ⚠️

Description:National night train with sleeper, couchette, and seat cars.Reservation possible: YesReservation required: ⚠️ YesReservation cost: 25€ (1st/2nd class, seat car)The reservation price always includes a surcharge when using a FIP Coupon. For couchette or sleeper, an additional supplement applies.

International Long-Distance

Eurocity (EC) / Railjet (RJ) / Railjet Xpress (RJX) ⚠️

Description:International fast trains to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.Reservation possible: YesReservation required: ⚠️ YesReservation cost: 25€ (1st/2nd class), except Brenner route

Brenner route costs:

  • 1st class: 15€
  • 2nd class: 10€

The reservation price always includes a surcharge when using a FIP Coupon.

Eurocity (EC) / Railjet (RJ) / Railjet Xpress (RJX) ⚠️

Description:International fast trains to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.Reservation possible: YesReservation required: ⚠️ YesReservation cost: 25€ (1st/2nd class), except Brenner route

Brenner route costs:

  • 1st class: 15€
  • 2nd class: 10€

The reservation price always includes a surcharge when using a FIP Coupon.

Nightjet (NJ) / Euronight (EN) ⚠️

Description:International night trains to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

⚠️ National free travel for Deutsche Bahn staff is not recognized in Germany. If any part of the Nightjet journey is in Germany, DB staff must buy a ticket at the FIP global fare for the entire route. For journeys outside Germany with a FIP Coupon, a reservation/supplement is required.Tip: For trips from Germany to Italy, use national free travel to Salzburg and board the Nightjet there to avoid the FIP global fare.Reservation possible: YesReservation required: ⚠️ YesThe variable reservation price always includes a surcharge when using a FIP Coupon.

Nightjet (NJ) / Euronight (EN) ⚠️

Description:International night trains to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

⚠️ National free travel for Deutsche Bahn staff is not recognized in Germany. If any part of the Nightjet journey is in Germany, DB staff must buy a ticket at the FIP global fare for the entire route. For journeys outside Germany with a FIP Coupon, a reservation/supplement is required.Tip: For trips from Germany to Italy, use national free travel to Salzburg and board the Nightjet there to avoid the FIP global fare.Reservation possible: YesReservation required: ⚠️ YesThe variable reservation price always includes a surcharge when using a FIP Coupon.

Regional Trains

Regionale Veloce (RV) ⚠️

Description:Fast regional trains stopping at main stations.

⚠️ Tickets for regional trains may be train-bound. See Train binding in regional trainsReservation possible: No

Regionale Veloce (RV) ⚠️

Description:Fast regional trains stopping at main stations.

⚠️ Tickets for regional trains may be train-bound. See Train binding in regional trainsReservation possible: No

Regionale (R / REG) ⚠️

Description:Regional trains stopping at most stations.

⚠️ Tickets for regional trains may be train-bound. See Train binding in regional trainsReservation possible: No

Regionale (R / REG) ⚠️

Description:Regional trains stopping at most stations.

⚠️ Tickets for regional trains may be train-bound. See Train binding in regional trainsReservation possible: No

Metropolitano (M) / Servizio Ferroviario Metropolitano (sfm) ℹ️

Description:Suburban rail systems in Naples (M) and Turin (sfm).

ℹ️ Metro lines are sometimes also marked as M and cannot be used with FIP.Reservation possible: No

Metropolitano (M) / Servizio Ferroviario Metropolitano (sfm) ℹ️

Description:Suburban rail systems in Naples (M) and Turin (sfm).

ℹ️ Metro lines are sometimes also marked as M and cannot be used with FIP.Reservation possible: No

Class Categories

Le Frecce long-distance trains have special class categories. 1

Standard: Comparable to 2nd class.Premium: 1st class, 2–2 seating. In Frecciarossa 1000 includes welcome drink and snacks (except Saturdays). Requires a 1st class FIP pass.Business: 1st class, 2–1 seating. In Frecciarossa 1000 includes welcome drink and snacks (except Saturdays). Not bookable with FIP.Executive: Luxury class with private compartment for 10 people and meeting room. Not bookable with FIP.

Ticket and Reservation Purchase

Online

Trenitalia Website
Reservation ✅
FIP 50 Tickets ⛔
Reservation Costs
1st Class: 3€ / 25€
2nd Class: 3€ / 25€

Reservations and Supplements:

On the Trenitalia website, you can purchase reservations including supplements for the FIP Coupon for Le Frecce and other long-distance trains.

The DIRITTO AMMISSIONE fare can be used for this. Although it is not explicitly for FIP, it is accepted. You will also need a FIP Coupon to use it. Business and Executive class cannot be used with FIP. The correct fare would be Biglietti Gratuiti FS 1/2 Classe, which covers the price difference between regional and long-distance trains. This fare is usually more expensive than DIRITTO AMMISSIONE, but cannot be purchased online.

Prices for DIRITTO AMMISSIONE:

Le Frecce: €25 (1st/2nd class)InterCity: €3 (1st/2nd class)Different prices for long-distance trains towards Switzerland/Austria: e.g. €20 Chiasso – Milano (ECE/EC)

When booking, you must first select a connection via the journey planner. Then, in the ticket selection, you can choose the DIRITTO AMMISSIONE fare via the Show more offers button. You can enter the number of your FIP Coupon as the access number.

Show more offers Select fare
Personal Tip

For short distances on Le Frecce, the standard fare may be cheaper than FIP reduced tickets.

Additionally, supplements for Le Frecce and other long-distance trains can sometimes be more expensive than a FIP 50 Ticket.

Trenitalia Website
Reservation ✅
FIP 50 Tickets ⛔
Reservation Costs
1st Class: 3€ / 25€
2nd Class: 3€ / 25€

Reservations and Supplements:

On the Trenitalia website, you can purchase reservations including supplements for the FIP Coupon for Le Frecce and other long-distance trains.

The DIRITTO AMMISSIONE fare can be used for this. Although it is not explicitly for FIP, it is accepted. You will also need a FIP Coupon to use it. Business and Executive class cannot be used with FIP. The correct fare would be Biglietti Gratuiti FS 1/2 Classe, which covers the price difference between regional and long-distance trains. This fare is usually more expensive than DIRITTO AMMISSIONE, but cannot be purchased online.

Prices for DIRITTO AMMISSIONE:

Le Frecce: €25 (1st/2nd class)InterCity: €3 (1st/2nd class)Different prices for long-distance trains towards Switzerland/Austria: e.g. €20 Chiasso – Milano (ECE/EC)

When booking, you must first select a connection via the journey planner. Then, in the ticket selection, you can choose the DIRITTO AMMISSIONE fare via the Show more offers button. You can enter the number of your FIP Coupon as the access number.

Show more offers Select fare
Personal Tip

For short distances on Le Frecce, the standard fare may be cheaper than FIP reduced tickets.

Additionally, supplements for Le Frecce and other long-distance trains can sometimes be more expensive than a FIP 50 Ticket.

DB Website FIP (DB Employees)
Only ECE trains from Milan to Germany or EC trains on the Brenner route between Italy and Germany. Cross-border FIP 50 Tickets, with ticket portion only for the Swiss/Austrian and Italian section, for Deutsche Bahn employees.
Reservation ✅
FIP 50 Tickets ✅
Reservation Costs
1st Class: €6,90
2nd Class: €5,50
For the ECE Frankfurt – Milan, through FIP 50 Tickets to Milan can be booked. For the EC on the Brenner route between Munich and Italy, this is also possible. Both have no validity in the German section.

FIP 50 Tickets

Deutsche Bahn employees can purchase FIP 50 Tickets online for journeys from Germany to neighboring countries. These tickets are available in the DB Reisemarkt > Bahnangebote > Ausland > FIP-Angebot. The FIP 50 ticket is only valid for the foreign section of the route. This is especially important for DB employees, as FIP 50 Tickets are not valid in your own home country. Therefore, an additional ticket is required for the domestic section within Germany up to the border point.

Booking is only possible via the link in the DB Reisemarkt. Discounts do not need to be selected; they are applied automatically.

FIP 50 Tickets can be purchased for the following countries:

  • Poland
  • Austria
  • Italyonly Brenner route with Austria and ECE Frankfurt - Milan
  • Czech Republic
  • Switzerland
  • Luxembourg
  • Denmark
  • Netherlands
  • Belgium
  • France

Reservations

The reservation price is calculated per journey. This means that for connections with transfers, you only need to pay once for multiple trains.

Seat reservations can be purchased via the Deutsche Bahn website. To do so, select the “Book seat only” option in the search.

DB Website FIP (DB Employees)
Only ECE trains from Milan to Germany or EC trains on the Brenner route between Italy and Germany. Cross-border FIP 50 Tickets, with ticket portion only for the Swiss/Austrian and Italian section, for Deutsche Bahn employees.
Reservation ✅
FIP 50 Tickets ✅
Reservation Costs
1st Class: €6,90
2nd Class: €5,50
For the ECE Frankfurt – Milan, through FIP 50 Tickets to Milan can be booked. For the EC on the Brenner route between Munich and Italy, this is also possible. Both have no validity in the German section.

FIP 50 Tickets

Deutsche Bahn employees can purchase FIP 50 Tickets online for journeys from Germany to neighboring countries. These tickets are available in the DB Reisemarkt > Bahnangebote > Ausland > FIP-Angebot. The FIP 50 ticket is only valid for the foreign section of the route. This is especially important for DB employees, as FIP 50 Tickets are not valid in your own home country. Therefore, an additional ticket is required for the domestic section within Germany up to the border point.

Booking is only possible via the link in the DB Reisemarkt. Discounts do not need to be selected; they are applied automatically.

FIP 50 Tickets can be purchased for the following countries:

  • Poland
  • Austria
  • Italyonly Brenner route with Austria and ECE Frankfurt - Milan
  • Czech Republic
  • Switzerland
  • Luxembourg
  • Denmark
  • Netherlands
  • Belgium
  • France

Reservations

The reservation price is calculated per journey. This means that for connections with transfers, you only need to pay once for multiple trains.

Seat reservations can be purchased via the Deutsche Bahn website. To do so, select the “Book seat only” option in the search.

DB Website FIP (International)
Only ECE trains from Milan to Germany or EC trains on the Brenner route between Italy and Germany. For national and cross-border journeys. Cross-border FIP 50 Tickets for the entire route (not valid in your own country).
Reservation ✅
FIP 50 Tickets ✅
Reservation Costs
1st Class: €6,90
2nd Class: €5,50
For the ECE Frankfurt – Milan or the EC on the Brenner route between Munich and Italy, through FIP 50 Tickets to Milan can be booked.

FIP 50 Tickets

Online FIP 50 Tickets for journeys within Germany and neighboring countries can be booked via Deutsche Bahn. The tickets must include at least one section within Germany. The FIP 50 ticket is issued for the entire route. The ticket is not valid in the country where the FIP Card was issued; an additional ticket is required there.

Booking is only possible via the link. Discounts do not need to be selected—they are applied automatically.

FIP 50 Tickets can be purchased for the following countries, as long as a section in Germany is included:

  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • France
  • Germany
  • Italyonly Brenner route with Austria and ECE Frankfurt - Milan
  • Luxembourg
  • Netherlands
  • Poland
  • Switzerland

Reservations

The reservation price is charged per journey. For connections with transfers, you only pay once for multiple trains.

Seat reservations can be purchased via the Deutsche Bahn website. To do so, select the “Seat reservation only” option in the search.

DB Website FIP (International)
Only ECE trains from Milan to Germany or EC trains on the Brenner route between Italy and Germany. For national and cross-border journeys. Cross-border FIP 50 Tickets for the entire route (not valid in your own country).
Reservation ✅
FIP 50 Tickets ✅
Reservation Costs
1st Class: €6,90
2nd Class: €5,50
For the ECE Frankfurt – Milan or the EC on the Brenner route between Munich and Italy, through FIP 50 Tickets to Milan can be booked.

FIP 50 Tickets

Online FIP 50 Tickets for journeys within Germany and neighboring countries can be booked via Deutsche Bahn. The tickets must include at least one section within Germany. The FIP 50 ticket is issued for the entire route. The ticket is not valid in the country where the FIP Card was issued; an additional ticket is required there.

Booking is only possible via the link. Discounts do not need to be selected—they are applied automatically.

FIP 50 Tickets can be purchased for the following countries, as long as a section in Germany is included:

  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • France
  • Germany
  • Italyonly Brenner route with Austria and ECE Frankfurt - Milan
  • Luxembourg
  • Netherlands
  • Poland
  • Switzerland

Reservations

The reservation price is charged per journey. For connections with transfers, you only pay once for multiple trains.

Seat reservations can be purchased via the Deutsche Bahn website. To do so, select the “Seat reservation only” option in the search.

On-site

Trenitalia Ticket Machine
Reservation ✅
FIP 50 Tickets ⛔
Reservation Costs
1st Class: 3€ / 25€
2nd Class: 3€ / 25€

Reservations and Surcharges:

At Trenitalia ticket machines, you can purchase reservations including surcharges for FIP Coupons for Le Frecce and other long-distance trains.

The DIRITTO AMMISSIONE fare can be used for this. Although it does not explicitly refer to FIP, it is accepted. You will also need a FIP Coupon to use it. Business and Executive classes are not permitted with FIP. The correct fare would be Biglietti Gratuiti FS 1/2 Classe, which covers the price difference between regional and long-distance travel. This fare is usually more expensive than DIRITTO AMMISSIONE, but cannot be purchased at the ticket machine.

Prices for DIRITTO AMMISSIONE:

Le Frecce: 25€ (1st/2nd class)InterCity: 3€ (1st/2nd class)Different prices for long-distance trains to Switzerland/Austria: e.g. 20€ Chiasso – Milano (ECE/EC)

On the machine’s start screen, select “Buy your tickets / Special Discounts”. Then choose the fare via “Diritti di Ammissione” ➔ “Diritto Ammissione Non FS”.

Start screen Select fare Select Diritto Ammissione Non FS
Personal Tip

For short distances on Le Frecce, the regular fare may be cheaper than FIP reduced tickets.

Additionally, surcharges for Le Frecce and other long-distance trains can sometimes be more expensive than a FIP 50 Ticket.

Trenitalia Ticket Machine
Reservation ✅
FIP 50 Tickets ⛔
Reservation Costs
1st Class: 3€ / 25€
2nd Class: 3€ / 25€

Reservations and Surcharges:

At Trenitalia ticket machines, you can purchase reservations including surcharges for FIP Coupons for Le Frecce and other long-distance trains.

The DIRITTO AMMISSIONE fare can be used for this. Although it does not explicitly refer to FIP, it is accepted. You will also need a FIP Coupon to use it. Business and Executive classes are not permitted with FIP. The correct fare would be Biglietti Gratuiti FS 1/2 Classe, which covers the price difference between regional and long-distance travel. This fare is usually more expensive than DIRITTO AMMISSIONE, but cannot be purchased at the ticket machine.

Prices for DIRITTO AMMISSIONE:

Le Frecce: 25€ (1st/2nd class)InterCity: 3€ (1st/2nd class)Different prices for long-distance trains to Switzerland/Austria: e.g. 20€ Chiasso – Milano (ECE/EC)

On the machine’s start screen, select “Buy your tickets / Special Discounts”. Then choose the fare via “Diritti di Ammissione” ➔ “Diritto Ammissione Non FS”.

Start screen Select fare Select Diritto Ammissione Non FS
Personal Tip

For short distances on Le Frecce, the regular fare may be cheaper than FIP reduced tickets.

Additionally, surcharges for Le Frecce and other long-distance trains can sometimes be more expensive than a FIP 50 Ticket.

Trenitalia Ticket Office
Reservation ✅
FIP 50 Tickets ✅

FIP 50 Tickets

FIP 50 Tickets can be purchased at Trenitalia ticket offices.

Unofficial Information

Sometimes tickets at ticket offices are issued at different rates, so prices may vary. However, we are not aware of any resulting problems during ticket inspection on board.

Reservations and Supplements:

FS Biglietti Gratuiti

Sometimes the DIRITTO AMMISSIONE fare is sold. Although this does not explicitly refer to FIP, it is accepted. To use it, a FIP Coupon is also required. Use of Business and Executive classes is not permitted with FIP. The correct fare would be Biglietti Gratuiti FS 1/2 Classe, which refers to the price difference between regional and long-distance trains. This fare is usually more expensive than DIRITTO AMMISSIONE.

Prices for DIRITTO AMMISSIONE:

Le Frecce: €25 (1st/2nd class)InterCity: €3 (1st/2nd class)Different prices for long-distance trains to Switzerland/Austria: e.g. €20 Chiasso – Milano (ECE/EC)

We are not aware of any problems during ticket inspection on board.

Personal Tip

For short journeys on Le Frecce and other long-distance trains, the regular fare is cheaper than FIP reduced tickets.

Additionally, supplements for Le Frecce and other long-distance trains can sometimes be more expensive than a FIP 50 Ticket.

Trenitalia Ticket Office
Reservation ✅
FIP 50 Tickets ✅

FIP 50 Tickets

FIP 50 Tickets can be purchased at Trenitalia ticket offices.

Unofficial Information

Sometimes tickets at ticket offices are issued at different rates, so prices may vary. However, we are not aware of any resulting problems during ticket inspection on board.

Reservations and Supplements:

FS Biglietti Gratuiti

Sometimes the DIRITTO AMMISSIONE fare is sold. Although this does not explicitly refer to FIP, it is accepted. To use it, a FIP Coupon is also required. Use of Business and Executive classes is not permitted with FIP. The correct fare would be Biglietti Gratuiti FS 1/2 Classe, which refers to the price difference between regional and long-distance trains. This fare is usually more expensive than DIRITTO AMMISSIONE.

Prices for DIRITTO AMMISSIONE:

Le Frecce: €25 (1st/2nd class)InterCity: €3 (1st/2nd class)Different prices for long-distance trains to Switzerland/Austria: e.g. €20 Chiasso – Milano (ECE/EC)

We are not aware of any problems during ticket inspection on board.

Personal Tip

For short journeys on Le Frecce and other long-distance trains, the regular fare is cheaper than FIP reduced tickets.

Additionally, supplements for Le Frecce and other long-distance trains can sometimes be more expensive than a FIP 50 Ticket.

DB Ticket Office
Reservation ✅
FIP 50 Tickets ✅
Reservation Costs
1st Class: 3€ / 25€
2nd Class: 3€ / 25€

FIP 50 Tickets

At DB ticket offices, FIP 50 Tickets can be purchased for journeys within Germany and to many European countries.

It is also possible to issue FIP 50 Tickets where only the section outside Germany is charged, and an additional ticket is required for the German section. This is especially important for DB employees, as FIP 50 Tickets are not valid in their home country.

Reservations

The reservation price is calculated per journey. This means that for connections with transfers, you only need to pay once for multiple trains.

Reservations can be made not only for Germany but also for a large number of trains throughout Europe.

DB Ticket Office
Reservation ✅
FIP 50 Tickets ✅
Reservation Costs
1st Class: 3€ / 25€
2nd Class: 3€ / 25€

FIP 50 Tickets

At DB ticket offices, FIP 50 Tickets can be purchased for journeys within Germany and to many European countries.

It is also possible to issue FIP 50 Tickets where only the section outside Germany is charged, and an additional ticket is required for the German section. This is especially important for DB employees, as FIP 50 Tickets are not valid in their home country.

Reservations

The reservation price is calculated per journey. This means that for connections with transfers, you only need to pay once for multiple trains.

Reservations can be made not only for Germany but also for a large number of trains throughout Europe.

On the train

If supplements are not purchased before travel, an additional on-board surcharge is applied (except where no sales points or ticket machines are available at the departure station).

Discounts

Children up to 4 years old travel free on public fares. On regional trains, children up to 12 years receive a 50% discount on the adult fare. From 12 years, the regular adult fare applies. On long-distance trains, children up to 15 years receive a 50% discount on the adult fare. From 15 years, the regular adult fare applies.

Special Tariff Conditions

Travel to Austria

On international long-distance trains from Italy to Austria, ÖBB FIP Coupons are also recognized in the Italian section (not on regional trains), but a supplement (as in other Italian long-distance trains) must be paid. This can be purchased on the train or at FS or ÖBB ticket counters.

Brenner – Bolzano – Verona

ÖBB or FS FIP Coupons are valid in the Italian section on EC trains to Verona. For trips to/from Italy or entirely within Italy, a supplement of 10€ (2nd class) or 15€ (1st class) must be paid.

Railjet Tarvisio Boscoverde – Venice

ÖBB or FS FIP Coupons are valid in the Italian section on RJ trains to Venice. For trips to/from Italy or entirely within Italy, a supplement of 10€ (2nd class) or 15€ (1st class) must be paid.

Regional trains in Emilia-Romagna

FIP discounts also apply to trains operated by Trenitalia TPER in Emilia-Romagna.

Strait of Messina Ferry

FIP discounts apply for crossing the Strait of Messina only if the journey is made by train using the train ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina.

Leonardo Express (Rome Fiumicino Airport Shuttle)

FIP discounts do not apply on the Leonardo Express to/from Rome Fiumicino Airport. Regular regional trains can be used as an alternative.

Trinacria Express (Palermo Airport)

FIP discounts do not apply on the Trinacria Express to/from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport.

International Frecciarossa trains to Paris

FIP discounts do not apply on international Frecciarossa trains between Paris and Italy.

Treni Touristici (Tourist Trains)

FIP discounts do not apply on Treni Touristici(Tourist Trains), even if operated by Trenitalia.

Buses and Replacement Services

Buses are excluded from FIP discounts, except when replacing a train where FIP would have been recognized (rail replacement services).

Break of Journey

Break of journey is not permitted on long-distance trains. On regional trains, break of journey is possible without notice or formalities, except for train-bound FIP 50 Tickets with printed train number (see Train binding in regional trains).

Train Binding in Regional Trains

On Italian regional trains (R/RV), tickets may be train-bound. This applies to FIP 50 Tickets, but not to FIP Coupons.

Regional trains are classified as train-bound (prenotabile) and not train-bound (non prenotabile). Train-bound trains may only be used with tickets issued specifically for that train.

Identifying train-bound tickets

Train-bound:Tickets for train-bound trains are valid only for the train indicated on the ticket. Train-bound trains are identified by:

FS Prenotabile Ticket The note "prenotabile" in the train information:
FS Prenotabile Ticket Ticket label "Prenotazione - Ordinaria":

Not train-bound:Tickets for not train-bound trains are valid on the booked train and all other not train-bound trains on the route, but not on train-bound trains.

FS Ordinaria Ticket The note "non prenotabile" in the train information:
FS Ordinaria Ticket Ticket label "Ordinaria":
Identifying train-bound tickets

Train-bound:Tickets for train-bound trains are valid only for the train indicated on the ticket. Train-bound trains are identified by:

FS Prenotabile Ticket The note "prenotabile" in the train information:
FS Prenotabile Ticket Ticket label "Prenotazione - Ordinaria":

Not train-bound:Tickets for not train-bound trains are valid on the booked train and all other not train-bound trains on the route, but not on train-bound trains.

FS Ordinaria Ticket The note "non prenotabile" in the train information:
FS Ordinaria Ticket Ticket label "Ordinaria":

Validation of Regional Train Tickets

Tickets for not train-bound regional trains (non prenotabile) must be validated at the platform (obliteratrici).

Recommendations

Personal Tip

For long-distance travel, the FIP Coupon is only worthwhile to a limited extent, as the price difference between FIP 50 and Coupon for long-distance trains is minimal. The only exception is IC connections, whose reservation is usually much cheaper. On regional trains, the Coupon can be fully used. As 1st class is rarely available on these trains, a 1st class Coupon is usually not worthwhile.

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