The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Carrara
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Carrara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Carrara will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 3 trains that leave Milan for Carrara on Wed, May 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 06 the direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
On Wed, May 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:10 PM3h34Milan3:44 PMCarrara€161One-way0 transfers
6:05 PM3h36Milan9:41 PMCarrara€171One-way0 transfers
5:50 AM4h01Milan9:51 AMCarrara€201One-way0 transfers
12:10 PM3h34Milan3:44 PMCarrara€161One-way0 transfers
6:05 PM3h36Milan9:41 PMCarrara€171One-way0 transfers
5:50 AM4h01Milan9:51 AMCarrara€201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Milan to Carrara
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Carrara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €16, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 170 km
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€19 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milan to Carrara train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Carrara trains for today, Tuesday, May 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 657+ Regionale 18413 | 8:05 AM Milan Centrale | 5h02 | 1:07 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3015 · Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413 | 8:05 AM Milan Rogoredo | 5h02 | 1:07 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Regionale Veloce 4021 · Regionale 18444 | 8:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h29 | 12:39 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 18367 | 9:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h39 | 1:49 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 659 · Intercity 511 | 9:10 AM Milan Centrale | 5h02 | 2:12 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale Veloce 4027 · Regionale 19346 | 9:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h10 | 1:20 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+ Regionale 18371 | 10:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h39 | 2:49 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+ Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 10:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h06 | 2:16 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 18373 | 11:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h39 | 3:49 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale Veloce 4033 · Regionale 19354 | 11:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h07 | 3:17 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415+ Regionale 18373 | 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 4h14 | 3:49 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 12:10 PM Milan Centrale | 3h57 | 4:07 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367 | 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h19 | 4:44 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale 19367 | 1:10 PM Milan Centrale | 3h34 | 4:44 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9539+ Regionale Veloce 4039 · Regionale 18446 | 1:20 PM Milan Rogoredo | 3h59 | 5:19 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3027 · Regionale 12411 · Regionale 18407 | 2:05 PM Milan Rogoredo | 5h36 | 7:41 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 669 | 2:05 PM Milan Centrale | 3h39 | 5:44 PM Carrara-Avenza | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+ Regionale 18405 | 2:10 PM Milan Centrale | 4h39 | 6:49 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+ Regionale Veloce 4043 · Regionale 19368 | 2:10 PM Milan Centrale | 4h12 | 6:22 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 22861 · Regionale 19379 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 6h11 | 8:36 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 641+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 19375 | 3:10 PM Milan Centrale | 3h29 | 6:39 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+ Regionale 18307 · Regionale 19374 | 3:20 PM Milan Rogoredo | 3h59 | 7:19 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 673 | 4:05 PM Milan Centrale | 3h36 | 7:41 PM Carrara-Avenza | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+ Regionale 18389 | 4:10 PM Milan Centrale | 4h39 | 8:49 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+ Regionale Veloce 4047 · Regionale 19378 | 4:10 PM Milan Centrale | 4h07 | 8:17 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3033+ FRECCIARGENTO 8591+ Regionale 19379 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h11 | 8:36 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 · FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Regionale 18389 | 4:35 PM Milan Centrale | 4h14 | 8:49 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ Regionale Veloce 4051 · Regionale 19380 | 5:10 PM Milan Centrale | 4h11 | 9:21 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 19382 | 6:05 PM Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 10:30 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 3285 · Regionale 19385 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 4h33 | 10:58 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 685 | 7:05 PM Milan Centrale | 3h36 | 10:41 PM Carrara-Avenza | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9563+ Regionale 18333+ Intercity 822 | 7:10 PM Milan Centrale | 4h11 | 11:21 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Milan to Carrara
Trains from Milan to Carrara run on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:43, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 3h 34m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 12:43 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca from Milan to Carrara trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca trains will get you between Milan and Carrara from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Milan to Carrara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Carrara by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Carrara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan to Carrara
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Capinera
- Osteria del Mare
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Carrara
- Hotel Michelangelo
- Hotel Dora
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible via underpass.
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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