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Frecciarossa vs Frecciargento: Differences

Complete comparison between Frecciarossa and Frecciargento. Speed, comfort, prices, routes and which to choose for your trip.

Last updated: March 2026
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Frecciarossa

The Frecciarossa is Italy's fastest train, reaching 300 km/h on high-speed lines.

Features:

  • Travels exclusively on HS lines
  • 4 service levels: Standard, Premium, Business, Executive
  • Free WiFi
  • Power outlets at every seat
  • Restaurant/bar car

Main routes:

  • Rome-Milan: ~2h 55min
  • Rome-Naples: ~1h 10min
  • Milan-Florence: ~1h 40min

Frecciargento

The Frecciargento reaches 250 km/h and can travel on both HS and conventional lines.

Features:

  • Tilting technology for fast curves
  • Serves destinations not reached by Frecciarossa
  • Free WiFi
  • 2 classes: Standard and Premium

Main routes:

  • Rome-Venice
  • Rome-Verona
  • Rome-Bari

Which to choose?

  • Frecciarossa: For main Milan-Rome-Naples routes, maximum speed
  • Frecciargento: For destinations like Venice, Verona, Bari, Puglia