Frecciarossa 1000 trains are Trenitalia’s flagship high-speed services. Designed to travel on all high-speed rails in Italy and Europe, Frecciarossa 1000 represents Italian engineering at its finest. Travelling on these trains allows you to discover the wonders of Italy quickly and conveniently. Milan to Rome, for example, takes just 2h 55m, while Rome to Naples can be done in 1h 10m. With an impressive maximum speed of 400 km/h (around 248.5 mph), the entire country is at your fingertips.
Read on to find out more about Frecciarossa 1000 train tickets and where you can travel.
Frecciarossa 1000 trains (sometimes referred to as V300 Zefiro) are also classified as ETR 1000 to distinguish them from standard Frecciarossa trains (which are classified as ETR 500).
Frecciarossa 1000 can reach such dizzying speeds thanks to plenty of engineering wizardry. This is the very first train in Italy designed to be interoperable on all European high-speed railways. Because of its modern operating system, Frecciarossa 1000 is an ecological and highly technological train, able to guarantee maximum comfort and the best possible travel experience without damaging the environment.
Number of carriages | 8 or 16 |
Seats | max 900 |
Full Speed | 400 km/h (248.5 mph) |
Engines | 8 or 16 |
Recyclable Materials | 85% |
Renewable Materials | 95% |
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It’s not only about speed! Find out more about what makes Frecciarossa 1000 so incredible.
New Technology
New technological innovations allow the Frecciarossa 1000 to better respond to the needs of aerodynamics, acceleration and safety. Thanks to its new diagnostic system, the onboard staff can manage any hiccups while on the move.
Sustainability
Frecciarossa 1000 is an eco-friendly train, designed to be eco-sustainable and with low power consumption. This is the very first train to have obtained the environmental certification for reducing CO2 emissions to under 28 micrograms.
Comfort
Safety and speed are important, but so is comfort. All Frecciarossa 1000 trains guarantee greater comfort and quality of service on board. In addition to the efficient use of space, Frecciarossa 1000 provides additional access and exit doors, along with ergonomic seats and increased functionality.
All trains are equipped with soundproofing, air conditioning, LED lighting, disabled access, video surveillance, power sockets, WiFi connection and a bar/restaurant area.
When travelling by Frecciarossa 1000, make sure to visit some of these amazing Italian cities along the way. Wherever you’re going in Italy, start your trip with us!