The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Carrara
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Trains per day
4
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Carrara will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 4 trains that leave Milan for Carrara every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 36 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.








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Compare train and coach 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 £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 15m. 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 £12, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 170 km
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0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Milan to Carrara train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Carrara trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2455 · Regionale TRENORD 10501 | 06:20 Milan Centrale | 3h50 | 10:10 Carrara-Avenza | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8803+ Regionale 19235 · Regionale TRENORD 10501 | 06:50 Milan Centrale | 3h20 | 10:10 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3063 · Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413 | 07:05 Milan Rogoredo | 5h02 | 12:07 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
Intercity 657 | 07:05 Milan Centrale | 3h34 | 10:39 Carrara-Avenza | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9613 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9409+ Regionale 18365 | 07:30 Milan Centrale | 4h19 | 11:49 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2499 · Regionale TTPER 19241 · Regionale 18394 | 08:20 Milan Centrale | 4h41 | 13:01 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
Intercity 1549+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ Regionale 18367 | 08:30 Milan Centrale | 4h19 | 12:49 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
Intercity 1545+ Regionale TTPER 19241 · Regionale 18394 | 09:00 Milan Centrale | 4h01 | 13:01 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2463 · Regionale 19245 · Regionale 18399 | 10:20 Milan Centrale | 4h47 | 15:07 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 11:10 Milan Centrale | 3h57 | 15:07 Carrara-Avenza | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367 | 11:25 Milan Centrale | 4h19 | 15:44 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale 19367 | 12:10 Milan Centrale | 3h34 | 15:44 Carrara-Avenza | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 · Regionale 19249 · Regionale 18403 | 12:20 Milan Centrale | 4h47 | 17:07 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
Intercity 669 | 13:05 Milan Centrale | 3h39 | 16:44 Carrara-Avenza | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+ Regionale Veloce 4043 · Regionale 19370 | 13:10 Milan Centrale | 4h17 | 17:27 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+ Regionale 18387 | 13:10 Milan Centrale | 4h39 | 17:49 Carrara-Avenza | 1 change | |
Intercity 641+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 19375 | 14:10 Milan Centrale | 3h34 | 17:44 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 · Regionale TTPER 19253 · Regionale 19381 | 14:20 Milan Centrale | 5h16 | 19:36 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
Intercity 673 | 15:05 Milan Centrale | 3h36 | 18:41 Carrara-Avenza | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+ Regionale 18389 | 15:10 Milan Centrale | 4h39 | 19:49 Carrara-Avenza | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+ Tuscany Line 4047 · Regionale 19378 | 15:10 Milan Centrale | 4h07 | 19:17 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3073+ FRECCIARGENTO 8591+ Regionale 19381 | 15:25 Milan Centrale | 4h11 | 19:36 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431+ Regionale 18389 | 15:35 Milan Centrale | 4h14 | 19:49 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
Regionale 2295 | 16:00 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 4h18 | 20:18 Carrara-Avenza | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 2295 | 16:41 Milan Rogoredo | 3h37 | 20:18 Carrara-Avenza | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 19382 | 17:05 Milan Centrale | 4h25 | 21:30 Carrara-Avenza | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale 3287 · Regionale 19385 | 17:25 Milan Centrale | 4h33 | 21:58 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
Intercity 685 | 18:05 Milan Centrale | 3h36 | 21:41 Carrara-Avenza | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9563+ TUSCANY LINE 18333+ Intercity 522 | 18:10 Milan Centrale | 4h19 | 22:29 Carrara-Avenza | 2 changes | |
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![]() | 03:05 Milan | 4h39 | 07:44 Carrara | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 03:15 Milan | 5h36 | 08:51 Carrara | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:50 Milan | 4h01 | 08:51 Carrara | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Carrara
Trains from Milan to Carrara run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 4 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 35m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 00:43 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca from Milan to Carrara trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca trains will get you between Milan and Carrara from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milan to Carrara train
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
Important Stations and Airports in Milan and 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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