Transport
All the news and essential information on transport around Europe.
What you need to know about taking a taxi in Rome
Taking a taxi in Rome can be stressful, from finding an available car to getting slapped with an unexpected surcharge. But once you know the rules, it's easy (and much simpler than using public transport).
The new (and old) rules for riding an electric scooter in Italy
Italy has introduced new requirements for electric scooter riders in recent months, and there are a few older rules riders need to follow. We cover what you need to know.
Heavy traffic forecast across Italy for Ferragosto weekend
The coming weekend brings some of the heaviest traffic Italy will see this summer, according to warnings from Italy’s motorway operator.
Rome commuters swelter as extreme heat exposes problems on Metro C and buses
Rome’s newest metro line is facing criticism over high temperatures, while air conditioning systems on electric buses struggle with higher temperatures than they were designed for.
UPDATED: How Italy's air and rail strikes will hit travel this week
Italy faces three days of transport disruption from Thursday February 26th, as airline and railway staff stage nationwide walkouts.
Rome begins work on four new Metro C stations
Construction is starting this month on the next phase of Rome's underground expansion, with a total of six new stops planned by 2036 — if all goes to schedule.
'A real challenge': How to travel between venues at Italy's Winter Olympics
Italy's Winter Olympics are the most spread-out Games ever, with events at seven sites across northern regions. So will visitors need a car to get around or are there other options?
How rail journeys across Europe could be made faster in the coming years
The European Commission wants to make rail trips between major European cities faster and easier for international travellers, and has launched a new strategy with this aim in mind.
‘Historic day’: Italy and Austria mark breakthrough on cross-border rail link
An exploratory tunnel connecting Italy to Austria was completed on Thursday, marking a milestone in the construction of a high-speed rail line intended to boost cross-border travel and trade.
Ferragosto: What's open and what's closed in Italy on August 15th 2025
Friday marks Italy’s Ferragosto public holiday. But how are shops, transport services and museums set to be affected by it?
Five clever ways to save money on train tickets in Italy
Train tickets in Italy aren't always cheap, especially in the case of long-distance journeys, but there are some tried-and-tested ways to get the best available deal.
'Historic': What full Schengen membership for Bulgaria and Romania means for Europe
EU states on Thursday cleared Bulgaria and Romania to become full members of the borderless Schengen zone from the start of next year. How will this historic decision impact Europe’s borderless travel zone and the EU economy?
‘Historic day’: Rome issues public tender for 1,000 new taxi licences
Rome officials on Monday issued a public tender for the release of 1,000 new taxi licences in a bid to end long-standing cab shortages ahead of the 2025 Jubilee Year.
Water buses, ferries and taxis: How to use Venice’s public transport
Whether you're thinking of moving to Venice or just planning on visiting, getting to grips with the city's public transport system will be one of your first priorities.
The tram and metro closures to expect in Rome in autumn 2024
With preparations underway for the 2025 Jubilee, all of Rome’s tram lines are scheduled to shut for seven weeks this autumn, with the Metro A line also set to be subject to closures and limitations.
‘Endless queues’: Rome to issue 1,000 new taxi licences amid shortage
Rome was set to hike taxi fares and issue 1,000 new licences to address a long-standing shortage of cabs ahead of the 2025 Jubilee, the mayor confirmed on Tuesday.
Are Rome's transport ticket prices increasing this summer?
Rome residents were told transport ticket costs would rise this July ahead of the 2025 Jubilee Year - but so far, nothing has changed.
Rome taxi fares set to jump to €9 minimum
Taxi fares in the Italian capital are set to surge to a minimum of €9, city authorities confirmed on Monday, as the city finalised a deal to release 1,000 new licences.
The tram and metro closures to expect in Rome in July 2024
With preparations underway for the 2025 Jubilee, a number of Rome's tram lines are slated to be replaced by buses this summer, while some metro stops will remain closed altogether.
The rail and metro closures to expect in Rome this summer
The capital’s transport network is facing closures throughout summer 2024 amid major works ahead of the Jubilee.
Italy’s taxi drivers plan ‘biggest ever’ strike over planned industry reform
Taxi drivers were set to stage a nationwide walkout on Tuesday, May 21st, after talks stalled over a reform aimed at reducing long-standing cab shortages.
Labour Day: What's open and what's closed in Italy on May 1st 2024
Wednesday, May 1st will mark Italy’s Labour Day. But how will shops, transport services and museums be affected by the public holiday?
OPINION: Italy's taxis are often a nightmare, but will things ever change?
You may have heard that taxis are best avoided in Italy, and many Italians would agree, as Silvia Marchetti explains.