Italo Luggage Policy 2026: Allowance, Fees & Storage 

Italo trains allow passengers to carry luggage for free, with no weight limits and no formal check-in process. Smart Class restricts bags to 75 x 53 x 30 cm, while Prima Business and Club Executive accept larger bags without extra charges. Luggage storage at stations costs €5 per day through Radical Storage, with €3,000 coverage per item.

Booking a high-speed train across Italy sounds simple until you start wondering whether your oversized suitcase will fit, whether you’ll be charged extra, or whether your dog can come along. Italo’s luggage policy is one of the most generous among European rail operators, but there are class-specific rules that catch travelers off guard.

What Is the Italo Luggage Allowance?

Italo allows all passengers to carry luggage for free, included in the ticket price. There are no weight limits and no formal luggage check-in. Passengers can bring multiple items, including large bags, strollers, and foldable bicycles, as long as they fit within the designated storage areas for each travel class.

The only class with a hard size restriction is Smart. If you’re traveling with an oversized suitcase, booking Prima Business or Club Executive avoids any complications entirely.

What Are the Luggage Restrictions on Italian Trains?

Italo does not enforce strict weight limits, but size restrictions apply in Smart Class. Luggage exceeding 75 x 53 x 30 cm is not permitted in Smart Class coaches. Items that are always prohibited across all classes include flammable materials, explosives, weapons, chemical substances, and traditional (non-foldable) bicycles.

Prohibited items on all Italo trains:

• Flammable materials (e.g., gasoline, lighter fluid)
• Explosives of any kind
• Weapons or sharp objects
• Chemical substances
• Non-foldable bicycles
• Oversized luggage in Smart Class

Compared to airlines, Italo’s restrictions are minimal. There’s no baggage drop, no scanning of bags before boarding, and no fee for carrying multiple items provided you stay within your class’s guidelines.

How Much Luggage Is Allowed on an Italo Train?

There is no official cap on the number of bags you can bring onto an Italo train, as long as items fit in the designated storage areas and don’t obstruct aisles or other passengers. Smart Class passengers must keep each individual item under 75 x 53 x 30 cm, but may bring multiple items at no extra cost.

Practical example: A family of four traveling in Smart Class could bring four full-size suitcases (each under 75 x 53 x 30 cm), four backpacks, and a folded stroller all at no additional charge.

What Is the Italo Overhead Luggage Size?

Overhead racks on Italo trains have a maximum height of 53 cm and a depth of 42 cm. These dimensions are specifically designed for medium-sized bags. Small bags can also be placed overhead, under seats, or kept close to passengers in smaller items.

Most standard cabin-sized bags (around 55 x 35 x 25 cm) fit comfortably in the overhead racks. A full-size 75 x 53 x 30 cm suitcase will not fit overhead it must go in the end-of-carriage rack or vestibule.

Where to Store Luggage on Italo Trains?

Luggage placement on Italo trains depends on bag size. Small items go in overhead racks or under seats. Medium bags belong exclusively in the overhead racks. Large bags must be stored in the dedicated racks at the end of each coach or in vestibule areas. Prima Business passengers also have access to convenient in-coach lockers.

Storage options vary by class:

• Smart Class: Overhead racks, end-of-carriage racks, lockers (in equipped coaches)
• Prima Business: Overhead racks, end-of-carriage areas, lockers
• Club Executive: Overhead racks, dedicated end-of-carriage storage areas

For large bags, position them in the end-of-carriage rack closest to your seat. Move toward your luggage about five minutes before arrival to avoid scrambling in a crowded aisle.

What Is the Italo Prima Business Luggage Storage Policy?

Prima Business Class on Italo trains allows passengers to bring large luggage without any size restrictions or additional charges. Bags can be stored in overhead racks, designated areas at the end of each coach, or in convenient lockers fitted in Prima Business coaches.

This is a meaningful advantage over Smart Class. Business travelers with large roller bags or multiple suitcases are better served booking Prima Business, where storage space is more generous and the overall coach is less crowded.

What Is Italo Smart Luggage?

“Smart luggage” on Italo refers to two separate concepts. In terms of travel class, Smart Class passengers must keep each bag within 75 x 53 x 30 cm the only hard size limit on Italo trains. Regarding electronic smart luggage (GPS-tracked bags or bags with built-in USB chargers), Italo does not publish specific restrictions, though bags with non-removable lithium batteries may pose issues this concern is primarily an airline regulation and rarely affects train travel.

If you’re traveling with electronic smart luggage on Italo trains, the practical advice is: ensure the lithium battery is either removable or compliant with standard consumer electronics rules. Italo staff have the authority to refuse carriage of items deemed hazardous.

Italo Luggage Storage at Stations: How Much Does It Cost?

Italo partners with Radical Storage to offer luggage storage near major Italian train stations. The service costs €5 per day, plus insurance. Each piece of luggage is covered by a €3,000 guarantee. Storage points are located near major stations with no queues and flexible opening hours.

Cost breakdown example:

• 1 bag stored for 1 day: €5 + insurance
• 2 bags stored for 3 days: €30 + insurance (€10 per day for two bags)
• Coverage per item: up to €3,000

This service is useful for day trips store your bags at the station in Rome or Florence, explore the city unencumbered, then collect them before your onward journey. Bookings can be made in seconds through the Radical Storage platform.

If you’ve lost an item on board, Italo uses the FindMyLost platform to help recover belongings. Visit the platform and select “I’ve lost an item” to begin a search.

Can You Bring Special Items Like Bicycles or Scooters?

Foldable bicycles, strollers, prams, and both manual and electric scooters are permitted on Italo trains, provided they are fully folded and stored in designated areas. Traditional (non-foldable) bicycles are not allowed. Scooters must be stored exclusively in the vestibules not in the main passenger area.

For items that cannot be transported on board, Italo offers a shipping service bookable through Italo Go.

What Is the Italo Pet Policy and How Much Does It Cost?

Pets under 10 kg travel free on Italo trains when carried in a suitable container (maximum size 50 x 30 x 25 cm, one carrier per passenger). Large dogs over 10 kg require a dedicated service costing €50, bookable up to two hours before departure by calling Pronto Italo at 06.07.08. This service is available on Flex tariff tickets only, in Prima, Comfort, and Smart classes on Evo train compositions.

Key pet travel requirements:

• Dogs must travel with their registration certificate
• Large dogs must wear a muzzle when boarding, alighting, and when requested by staff
• Large dogs must be kept on a leash at all times
• International pet travel requires documentation compliant with EC Regulation No. 998/2003

How to Avoid Extra Baggage Fees on Italo Trains

Since standard Italo luggage is free, avoiding fees comes down to packing within Smart Class size limits (75 x 53 x 30 cm per item), choosing the right travel class for your bag size, and booking large dog service or special items in advance.

Practical steps to keep costs at zero:

• Measure your suitcase before travel most standard large suitcases fit within the 75 x 53 x 30 cm limit
• Book Prima Business or Club Executive if traveling with oversized bags
• Book large dog service at least two hours before departure to avoid being turned away
• Use the Radical Storage partnership (€5/day) rather than expensive airport-style left luggage

Frequently Asked Questions

Is luggage free on Italo trains?
Yes. All passengers can carry luggage at no extra cost. There are no weight limits and no per-bag fees, provided items fit within the designated storage areas for your class.

What is the maximum bag size for Italo Smart Class?
Each bag must not exceed 75 x 53 x 30 cm. Multiple bags are permitted at no additional charge, but all must comply with this size limit.

Do Prima Business and Club Executive have luggage size limits?
No. Both classes allow large luggage without size restrictions or additional charges, giving passengers significantly more flexibility than Smart Class.

What are the exact overhead rack dimensions on Italo trains?
Overhead racks accommodate bags up to 53 cm in height and 42 cm in depth. Standard cabin-sized bags generally fit; full-size suitcases do not.

Can I bring a dog on an Italo train?
Small pets under 10 kg travel free in a carrier (max 50 x 30 x 25 cm). Large dogs over 10 kg require a dedicated service costing €50, bookable via Pronto Italo at 06.07.08, up to two hours before departure.

How much does Italo station luggage storage cost?
Through Radical Storage (Italo’s official partner), luggage storage costs €5 per day plus insurance. Each item is covered by a €3,000 guarantee.

Can I bring a folding bicycle on an Italo train?
Yes, foldable bicycles are permitted when fully folded and stored in designated areas. Using a protective carrying bag is recommended. Traditional bicycles are not allowed on board.

Where should I store an oversized suitcase on an Italo train?
Oversized suitcases (above 75 x 53 x 30 cm) should be stored in the end-of-carriage racks or vestibule areas. These bags are only permitted in Prima Business and Club Executive classes.

What happens if I lose luggage on an Italo train?
Use the FindMyLost platform (rekeep.findmylost.it) and select “I’ve lost an item.” Italo’s luggage areas are monitored by video surveillance, though there is no formal baggage insurance.

Are electric scooters allowed on Italo trains?
Yes, both electric and manual scooters are permitted, but they must be fully folded and stored exclusively in the vestibules. They cannot be kept in the main passenger carriages.