50 phrases · Levels: A1A2B1B2
A che ora parte il treno per Roma?
What time does the train to Rome leave?
When you are at the ticket counter or information desk and need to know departure times. Also works on the train app or website.
Vorrei un biglietto per Napoli, per favore.
I would like a ticket to Naples, please.
The fundamental phrase for purchasing a train ticket at the counter or automatic machine.
Su quale binario parte il treno?
Which platform does the train leave from?
After buying your ticket, when you need to find which platform your train departs from.
Devo obliterare il biglietto prima di salire sul treno?
Do I have to validate my ticket before getting on the train?
When you have a paper ticket for a regional train and are unsure whether to stamp it.
Il treno è in ritardo?
Is the train delayed?
When waiting on the platform and the train has not arrived on time.
C'è un deposito bagagli in stazione?
Is there a left-luggage office at the station?
When arriving early in a city and wanting to store your luggage before your hotel check-in time.
Dove si compra il biglietto del treno?
Where do you buy the train ticket?
When arriving at an unfamiliar train station and needing to find the ticket office or machines.
Posso cambiare il mio biglietto?
Can I change my ticket?
When your plans change and you need to travel on a different train than originally booked.
C'è il vagone ristorante su questo treno?
Is there a restaurant car on this train?
Before boarding a long-distance train when you want to know if you can eat on board.
Dov'è la sala d'aspetto?
Where is the waiting room?
When waiting for a train, especially in bad weather, and looking for an indoor waiting area.
Mi scusi, dov'è il binario 5?
Excuse me, where is platform 5?
When navigating a large train station and needing to find a specific platform.
Ho perso il treno. Cosa devo fare?
I have missed the train. What should I do?
When you arrive at the platform after your train has departed.
Qual è il mio vagone?
Which is my carriage?
When on the platform and looking for your specific carriage before the train arrives.
Questo treno va direttamente a Torino?
Does this train go directly to Turin?
When you are about to board and want to confirm the train goes directly to your destination.
Qual è la differenza tra prima e seconda classe?
What is the difference between first and second class?
When buying a ticket and deciding between the two class options.
Dov'è la toilette su questo treno?
Where is the toilet on this train?
After boarding and before the train departs, or during the journey.
Posso portare la bicicletta sul treno?
Can I bring my bicycle on the train?
When planning to travel with a bicycle and wanting to know the rules.
Vorrei fare un abbonamento mensile.
I would like to get a monthly pass.
When you commute regularly by train and want to buy a monthly season ticket.
C'è un treno notturno per Palermo?
Is there a night train to Palermo?
When planning an overnight journey by train to avoid hotel costs or save daytime hours.
C'è un parcheggio vicino alla stazione?
Is there a parking area near the station?
When driving to the station and needing to park your car.
C'è dell'acqua potabile in stazione?
Is there drinking water at the station?
When you want to refill your water bottle before or between trains.
Come si va al centro dalla stazione?
How do you get to the city centre from the station?
After arriving at a train station in a new city and needing to get to the centre.
C'è uno sciopero dei treni oggi?
Is there a train strike today?
When you suspect or have heard about a strike and want to confirm before heading to the station.
Devo fare il check-in per il treno?
Do I have to check in for the train?
When you have booked a train ticket and are unsure whether any pre-boarding procedure is required.
Dove si trova la biglietteria?
Where is the ticket office?
When you need to buy or change a ticket and prefer to speak to a person at the counter.
Qual è la differenza tra un Regionale e un Intercity?
What is the difference between a Regional and an Intercity train?
When choosing between different train categories and wanting to understand speed and comfort differences.
Il treno delle 16:30 è soppresso.
The 16:30 train has been cancelled.
When you see this on the departure board or hear it announced over the speaker system.
Ci sono sconti per gli studenti?
Are there discounts for students?
When buying a ticket as a student and wondering if you qualify for reduced prices.
Ho trovato questo oggetto sul treno. Dove lo porto?
I found this item on the train. Where do I take it?
When you find a lost item on a train and want to hand it in properly.
Il treno è al completo. C'è un treno alternativo?
The train is fully booked. Is there an alternative train?
When trying to book a specific train and finding it sold out.
Come si arriva ai binari?
How do you get to the platforms?
When inside a large station and needing to find the way to the train platforms.
Il mio treno è soppresso. Ho diritto al rimborso?
My train is cancelled. Am I entitled to a refund?
When your train is cancelled and you need to assert your passenger rights at the ticket counter.
Dov'è il bar della stazione?
Where is the station café?
When waiting for a train and wanting a coffee or something to eat.
C'è un tram che va all'aeroporto da questa stazione?
Is there a tram that goes to the airport from this station?
When planning your onward journey from the train station to the airport.
Il treno ha più di un'ora di ritardo. Ho diritto a un indennizzo?
The train is more than an hour late. Am I entitled to compensation?
After experiencing a significant delay and wanting to claim compensation from the railway company.
Dove sono i servizi igienici in stazione?
Where are the toilets at the station?
When you need to find the toilets at a train station.
Scusi, questo è il treno per Venezia?
Excuse me, is this the train to Venice?
When you are about to board and want to confirm you are getting on the right train.
A Bologna ho dodici minuti di coincidenza. Ce la faccio?
In Bologna I have twelve minutes for my connection. Will I make it?
When you have a tight connection and want a realistic assessment of whether you will make it.
Questo posto è prenotato?
Is this seat reserved?
When boarding a high-speed train and finding someone in what appears to be your seat, or when you want to sit in an unoccupied seat.
Quanto impiega il Frecciarossa da Roma a Milano?
How long does the Frecciarossa take from Rome to Milan?
When planning a journey and comparing train vs other transport options.
Buon viaggio!
Have a good journey!
When saying goodbye to someone who is about to take a train or any journey.
Vorrei un biglietto andata e ritorno per Bologna.
I would like a return ticket to Bologna.
Use this at the ticket counter or machine when you need a return ticket. Specify the date of return if it is not today.
Dove si convalida il biglietto?
Where do you validate the ticket?
Ask this at the station when you have a paper ticket for a regional train and cannot find the yellow validation machine before boarding.
C'è un deposito bagagli in stazione?
Is there a left luggage facility at the station?
Ask this when you arrive at a city before your accommodation is ready and need to store your luggage for several hours.
Qual è la differenza tra il Frecciarossa e il regionale?
What is the difference between the Frecciarossa and the regional train?
Ask this at the ticket office or information point when you are confused by the different train types and want to understand which to book.
Questo è il mio posto prenotato, può spostarsi?
This is my reserved seat, can you move?
Use this on a train when you find someone sitting in your reserved seat and you need to politely reclaim it.
Questa fermata è Roma Termini?
Is this stop Rome Termini?
Ask this to a fellow passenger or conductor when the train stops and you are unsure whether this is your station — especially on regional trains where announcements may be unclear.
C'è un parcheggio vicino alla stazione?
Is there a car park near the station?
Ask this when arriving by car at a train station and needing to park before catching a train.
Dove posso trovare l'orario dei treni?
Where can I find the train timetable?
Ask this when you need to check train times and cannot find the timetable boards or the information office in a station.
Dove si può fumare in stazione?
Where can you smoke at the station?
Ask this if you are a smoker and want to find a designated smoking area before boarding your train.