This summer, dogs travel free on trains, regardless of size.

Traveling with pets is on the rise, and the tourism market is adapting, offering an ever-widening choice of accommodations, restaurants, and activities that welcome four-legged friends. Air travel is also becoming more common and less expensive, especially after the green light from ENAC, which theoretically allows pets weighing more than 8 kg to travel in the cabin. However, the most convenient means of transport for those traveling with pets remains the train during the summer of 2025 .

This year too, in fact, Trenitalia has announced that dogs of any size will be able to travel free of charge , until 15 September 2025, on Trenitalia's (FS Group) Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, Intercity and Intercity Notte trains.

This is an important promotion for more accessible mobility, one that is attentive to the needs of those traveling with their pets. This initiative recognizes not only the strong emotional bond between people and animals , but also the practical challenges often encountered when traveling together. Dogs are not simply companions, but an integral part of the family, and it's only right that they be able to share experiences, discoveries, and summer fun.

Trenitalia's promotion for those traveling with a dog

If you love traveling with your dog , this good news is for you. Trenitalia's "Free Dogs" promotion allows you to bring your dog on board for free, even if it's not in a carrier. As long as it's on a leash and muzzled, it's important to keep it on board . Once you've selected your itinerary, simply book your pet's ticket by selecting the "Travel with your dog" option at the time of purchase.

The option, available on all Trenitalia sales channels, including the app and official website, introduces a major innovation . While small pets that fit in a carrier measuring up to 70x30x50 cm always travel free, even outside the summer holiday season, this promotion also extends the possibility for medium and large-sized dogs to travel free of charge. During the year, however, on regional trains, they are only permitted with a separate ticket, equivalent to a second-class ticket, at a 50% discount.

Assistance dogs are exempt from these rules. In Italy , they travel free of charge on all train categories, in any class or service level. In these cases, you must present a certificate issued by a certified dog training center or institute.

Trenitalia's rules for traveling with pets

In general, Trenitalia allows pets to travel, following specific rules, which vary depending on the size of the animal and the type of train.

Those traveling with small pets may do so free of charge in a carrier measuring no more than 70x30x50 cm. The carrier must be placed near the owner's seat and cannot occupy a seat. Only one carrier per passenger is permitted, and pets are permitted in all classes and service levels, with the exception of restaurant/bar cars.

For medium and large dogs , however, you must purchase a separate ticket and must be kept on a leash and muzzled. In general, anyone traveling with pets must carry their dog's registration certificate and health record.