Do children under four travel for free?
'Quattro' — 'KWAT-tro'. Two syllables; stress on first. 'QU' before a vowel is 'kw'.
Ask when travelling with young children to confirm whether they need their own ticket or can travel free on your lap or with a separate seat.
'Viaggiano gratis' means 'travel for free'. 'Sotto i quattro anni' means 'under four years old'. On Trenitalia, children under 4 travel free without a seat (on a parent's lap). Children 4–12 get a 50% discount.
Il bambino ha bisogno di un posto riservato?
Does the child need a reserved seat?
Checks if young children need their own seat number.
Posso portare il seggiolino per bambini?
Can I bring a car seat for the child?
Asks about bringing a child seat on a train or bus.
Quanto paga un bambino di sette anni?
How much does a seven-year-old pay?
Checks the fare for a specific age.
Trenitalia's child fare policy: under 4 free (no seat), 4–12 pay 50% in second class. Italian regional bus companies vary — many allow children under 10 to travel free with a paying adult. Always check the specific operator's policy.