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I bambini sotto i quattro anni viaggiano gratis?

Do children under four travel for free?

Pronunciation

'Quattro' — 'KWAT-tro'. Two syllables; stress on first. 'QU' before a vowel is 'kw'.

When to use it

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.

What it means

'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.

Variations

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.

Mini Dialogue

— I bambini sotto i quattro anni viaggiano gratis? — Sì, gratis ma senza posto assegnato. — E da quattro a dodici? — Pagano il cinquanta percento.

— Do children under four travel for free? — Yes, free but without an assigned seat. — And from four to twelve? — They pay fifty percent.

Cultural Note

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.