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Travelling from San Benedetto del Tronto to Piacenza by train
Looking to travel from San Benedetto del Tronto to Piacenza by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 22 minutes to travel from San Benedetto del Tronto to Piacenza by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 26 minutes though. You'll usually find 20 trains per day running along the 253 miles (407 km) route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won’t need to make any changes on your way to Piacenza. You'll probably be hopping onto a Trenitalia train to get to Piacenza, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from San Benedetto del Tronto to Piacenza start from £39.66 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Piacenza by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
San Benedetto del Tronto to Piacenza by train
It takes an average of 5h 22m to travel from San Benedetto del Tronto to Piacenza by train, over a distance of around 253 miles (407 km). There are normally 20 trains per day travelling from San Benedetto del Tronto to Piacenza and tickets for this journey start from £39.66 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:41 | |
| Departure station | San Benedetto del Tronto | |
| Arrival station | Piacenza | |
| Journey time | From 4h 26m | |
| Distance | 253 miles (407 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £39.66 | |
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Trenitalia and Intercity trains from San Benedetto del Tronto to Piacenza
Trenitalia
Intercity
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
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Trenitalia's Intercity trains run on standard lines outside the high-speed network, offering more than 90 trains a day that guarantee long and medium distance connections, ensuring wide coverage of the rail network. All Intercity trains are modern and comfortable with plenty of seats, retractable tables, power sockets, air conditioning, courtesy lights and plenty of luggage space. Intercity Night trains allow you to travel overnight in cabins with beds, berths or seating.
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Intercity and Intercity Notte (night trains) classes from San Benedetto del Tronto to Piacenza
Compare the different travel classes offered by Intercity and Intercity Notte (night trains) when travelling from San Benedetto del Tronto to Piacenza.
Intercity
Intercity Notte (night trains)
Second Class Easy
Travel in Second Class Easy and enjoy seats with fold-down tables, power sockets and a bar carriage in the middle of the train.
- Air-conditioning
- Clothes hanger
- Vending machine
- Luggage storage
- Seat reservation
- Fold-down table
- Power sockets at each seat
- Reading light
- More legroom
First Class Plus
In addition to all the amenities in Second Class Easy, you'll get to enjoy more spacious seats and legroom in First Class Plus.
- Air-conditioning
- Clothes hanger
- Vending machine
- Luggage storage
- Seat reservation
- Fold-down table
- Power sockets at each seat
- Reading light
- More legroom
Seated coach Basic Easy
If you're travelling on a budget, buy a ticket for a basic seat - you'll find a spacious and comfy seat with a fold-down table, as well as a minibar service.
- Fold-down table
- Minibar
- Reading light
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
- USB sockets
- Bedding
- Breakfast
- Bottle of water
- Toiletries
- More legroom
- Free magazines/newspapers
- Clothes hanger
- Wakeup service
- Private bathroom
- Welcome drink
- Mirror
Comfort couchette
This couchette can host up to 4 people and offers plenty of amenities, including a toiletry kit, bedding, and breakfast served in the morning.
- Fold-down table
- Minibar
- Reading light
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
- USB sockets
- Bedding
- Breakfast
- Bottle of water
- Toiletries
- More legroom
- Free magazines/newspapers
- Clothes hanger
- Wakeup service
- Private bathroom
- Welcome drink
- Mirror
Deluxe cabin Relax
In this cabin, you'll enjoy a whole breakfast menu, a wake-up service and a comfier bed. Single, double or 3-berth compartments are available.
- Fold-down table
- Minibar
- Reading light
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
- USB sockets
- Bedding
- Breakfast
- Bottle of water
- Toiletries
- More legroom
- Free magazines/newspapers
- Clothes hanger
- Wakeup service
- Private bathroom
- Welcome drink
- Mirror
Excelsior cabin Superior
The Excelsior cabin Superior can host up to 2 people. Enjoy the perks of the Deluxe cabin Relax, as well as a welcome drink and a private bathroom with washbasin, shower and mirror.
- Fold-down table
- Minibar
- Reading light
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
- USB sockets
- Bedding
- Breakfast
- Bottle of water
- Toiletries
- More legroom
- Free magazines/newspapers
- Clothes hanger
- Wakeup service
- Private bathroom
- Welcome drink
- Mirror
Onboard services on Intercity and Intercity Notte (night trains)
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from San Benedetto del Tronto to Piacenza.
Intercity
Intercity Notte (night trains)
- You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Intercity trains free of charge.
- In most cases, there are no luggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your luggage is compatible with the space available on board.
You can get snacks and drinks from the vending machines available in coach 3. Gluten-free and lactose-free options are available too.
At the moment, Intercity trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power sockets that are available at your seat.
- Children under 4 can travel for free if a seat is not assigned to them. If they do have a seat, they can get 50% off Base tickets (standard fare).
- Children aged 4-14 also get 50% off.
- Bimbi Gratis offer: You can also get free travel for children under 15 plus 40% off Base tickets for adults, if you’re travelling in a family group of 2 to 5 people (including at least one adult and one child).
- You can travel with your bike for free on all Intercity trains, provided it’s not larger than 80 x 110 x 45cm. Your bike must be disassembled or folded and stored in a bag in one of the dedicated luggage racks.
- If you can't fold your bike, some Intercity trains allow you to take your bike on board. However, you’ll need to book a space and buy a ticket. There are 6 bike spaces in coach 3 and 2 e-bike chargers.
- Small pets can travel on all Intercity trains free of charge, if they’re placed in a carrier or cage of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm.
- Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
- Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232 which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Air-conditioning is available on all Intercity trains.
- You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Intercity Notte trains free of charge.
- In most cases, there are no luggage size limits – you can even travel with musical instruments and sports equipment. You’ll just need to make sure that your luggage is compatible with the space available on board.
A minibar trolley service is available on all Intercity Notte trains – you can choose from a wide range of snacks and drinks. Vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free options are available too.
Unfortunately, free WiFi is not available on Intercity Notte trains.
- Children under 4 can travel for free if a seat is not assigned to them. If they do have a seat, they can get 50% off Base tickets (standard fare).
- Children aged 4-14 also get 50% off, or 30% off if they’re travelling in the Comfort couchette or Deluxe cabin Relax.
- You can take your folding bike with you if it’s stored in one of the dedicated luggage spaces.
- If you have a traditional bike, you’ll need to disassemble it and place it in a bag that is not larger than 80 x 110 x 45cm.
- Small pets are allowed on board free of charge, if they’re placed in a carrier or cage of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm. You’ll need to buy a ticket for the whole compartment.
- Bigger dogs are allowed on board if they have a ticket – it’s usually 50% off the Base ticket (standard fare).
Intercity Notte trains have a coach with designated spaces for 2 passengers with a wheelchair and 2 companions. You’ll find a wheelchair symbol outside the coach.
Depending on the class you’ll be travelling in, you’ll get to enjoy additional perks, including a wake-up service, breakfast, bedding and more.
Cheap train tickets from San Benedetto del Tronto to Piacenza
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from San Benedetto del Tronto to Piacenza by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.