A NEW train service has launched across Italy - and it will take you to much-loved seaside holiday hotspots. State-owned train operator Trenitalia operates the new Espresso Versilia route, which started this month. The 175-mile service will run between Milan in the north of Italy and Livorno, a seaside town in Tuscany.
Milan is a popular destination for Brits wanting a cheap city break, with cheap £15 fares with Ryanair from the UK. But the port city of Livorno is often overlooked, despite being known for its amazing seafood and pretty Renaissance-era buildings. The new train route, running until next month, has other stops along the way including the pretty coastal resort of Santa Margherita Ligure, a fishing village turned holiday hotspot.
Read More on Trains Other seaside town stops include villages in Cinque Terre such as the well-known Portofino , as well as Monterosso, Corniglia and Riomaggiore. The rest of the trip swill stop at Carrara-Avenza, Forte dei Marmi, Camaiore Lido, Viareggio, Torre del Lago and Pisa. Services will operate from Milan every Tuesday and Thursday, leaving the station at 10.
35am. A service will then depart from Livorno on the same day at 4.50pm.
Most read in News Travel The full journey takes nearly 12 hours to complete, with tickets starting from €44 (£37). Don't worry if you get hungry, as a full restaurant cart will be onboard, serving food and drink. Splash out for a first class ticket and you'll get a meal included as well as complimenta.