Overview
- Dynamic pricing took effect on January 1, 2026 across Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca services, with Intercity and regional trains remaining outside the scheme.
- Fares tend to be lower when purchased earlier and higher as departure nears or demand rises, with cheaper options more likely on off‑peak days and times.
- An airline‑style revenue‑management system recommends price changes, which Trenitalia’s marketing team moderates rather than allowing full automation.
- Ferrovie dello Stato says maximum price ceilings apply, and competition from Italo plus a potential SNCF entry this year is cited as an additional restraint on prices.
- Recent examples show sizable gaps by timing, such as Bari–Milan at €104.90 for January 8 versus €44.90 for February 5, and reporting outlines typical price windows that favor purchases 21–30 days ahead.