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Museo del Santuario di San Francesco di Paola
Museum at the sanctuary presenting the life, devotion, and legacy of Saint Francis of Paola through religious objects and exhibits.
Cheapest price on 10 Sept
£84
Average ticket price on 10 Sept
£131
Fastest journey on 10 Sept
6 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 10 Sept
7 h 14 m
Trains on 10 Sept
17
Distance
881 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Paola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Paola will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
On Thu 10 Sept, we found 17 trains from Milan to Paola, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 881 km distance in an average of 7 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 35 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.
InterCityNotte 797+
Intercity 723
Intercity 641+
InterCityNotte 795
Intercity 583 · Intercity 555
InterCityNotte 1963
8143
FRECCIAROSSA 9639
FRECCIAROSSA 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419
FRECCIAROSSA 9623
FRECCIAROSSA 9601 · FRECCIAROSSA 8863
FRECCIAROSSA 9617 · FRECCIAROSSA 9583Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Paola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, while a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 881 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£64 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £221 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 53m Average total duration Fastest 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 5m Average total duration 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Paola:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Paola costing on average £64.
Other travel options to Paola take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 23m.
Coach takes on average 13h 35m.
The journey is about 1h 26m faster (9h 23m by train vs 10h 49m by car) and roughly £157 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£64 vs £221). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Paola trains for tomorrow, Thursday 10 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9601 · FRECCIAROSSA 8863 | 5:20 Milan Centrale | 7h24 | 12:44 Paola station | 1 change | |
Intercity 583 · Intercity 555 | 6:05 Milan Centrale | 14h17 | 20:22 Paola station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9605+ Intercity 551 | 6:35 Milan Centrale | 8h24 | 14:59 Paola station | 1 change | |
9998 · 8947 | 8:15 Milan Centrale | 9h01 | 17:16 Paola station | 1 change | |
8947 | 8:40 Milan Centrale | 8h36 | 17:16 Paola station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 9:10 Milan Centrale | 8h00 | 17:10 Paola station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9617 · FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 9:35 Milan Centrale | 7h35 | 17:10 Paola station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 10:58 Milan Centrale | 7h23 | 18:21 Paola station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 11:10 Milan Centrale | 8h18 | 19:28 Paola station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9625 · FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 11:25 Milan Centrale | 8h03 | 19:28 Paola station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 13:00 Milan Centrale | 7h03 | 20:03 Paola station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9639 | 14:30 Milan Centrale | 6h47 | 21:17 Paola station | 0 changesdirect | |
8143 | 14:40 Milan Centrale | 7h40 | 22:20 Paola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 641+ InterCityNotte 795 | 15:00 Milan Centrale | 14h36 | 5:36 Paola station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1963 | 20:10 Milan Centrale | 12h33 | 8:43 Paola station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Milan to Paola run on average 15 times per day, taking around 9h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 881 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 881 km |
Average train duration 9h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 7h 40m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Paola — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paola trip today.
Museum at the sanctuary presenting the life, devotion, and legacy of Saint Francis of Paola through religious objects and exhibits.
Civic museum space used for local history and cultural displays, useful for visitors wanting context on Paola beyond the sanctuary.
Small cultural venue hosting temporary exhibitions and artistic events, offering a local perspective on Paola’s contemporary scene.
Historic centre area with narrow streets, churches, and local character, ideal for discovering the town’s older urban fabric on foot.
Central square for strolling and people-watching, surrounded by everyday town life and useful as a starting point for exploring Paola.
Seafront promenade popular for walks, sunset views, and a relaxed look at Paola’s Tyrrhenian coastline and beach atmosphere.
Spicy spreadable pork sausage flavoured with Calabrian chillies. It is a hallmark of the region and commonly eaten on bread or with pasta.
Sun-dried figs often filled with almonds or citrus peel and baked. They are a classic Calabrian sweet linked to local fig-growing traditions.
Braided ring bread seasoned with olive oil, often with fennel seeds or black pepper. It is a traditional Calabrian bakery staple, especially at festivals.
Traditional seafood and Calabrian dishes in a relaxed setting near the coast. A reliable choice for local flavours and generous portions.
Established restaurant focused on fish and southern Italian cooking, with a smart but unfussy atmosphere suitable for lunch or dinner.
Casual pizzeria and restaurant serving pizzas and classic Calabrian plates. Good for an easy meal with local specialities.
Paola is budget-friendly for Italy, with lower hotel and dining prices than major tourist cities and modest local transport costs.
Service is often included or informal. Round up in cafés, leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Paola 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 Paola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Paola trains use the Milano Centrale to Paola station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Paola train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is 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.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
Paola has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Piazzetta, Trattoria del Mare
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Paola. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Paola. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paola: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paola: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paola: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Blumentag, Hotel Sant'Agostino, Hotel Alhambra.
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