1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
- Pets (under 10kg)
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£102
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£111
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
17 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
18 h 25 m
Trains on 07 Sept
3
Distance
986 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Taormina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Taormina will cost around £111 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £102.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 3 trains from Milan to Taormina, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 986 km distance in an average of 18 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 h 58 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.






Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Taormina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, while a train costs an average of £101.
Distance: 986 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£101 Average Price | £56 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest | £252 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 0m Average total duration 12h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 13m Average total duration 16h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.0 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Taormina:
A coach is £0.13 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Taormina costing on average £56.
A coach is £44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Taormina costing on average £101.
Other travel options to Taormina take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 30m.
Coach takes on average 16h 43m.
The journey is about 1h 2m faster (12h 30m by train vs 13h 32m by car) and roughly £151 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£101 vs £252). 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 Intercity Notte.
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 Taormina trains for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 597 · Intercity 594+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 13:48 Milan Centrale | 19h41 | 9:29 Taormina-Giardini | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | 18:00 Milan Centrale | 12h31 | 6:31 Taormina-Giardini | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 18:00 Milan Centrale | 12h47 | 6:47 Taormina-Giardini | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9663+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 19:35 Milan Centrale | 13h54 | 9:29 Taormina-Giardini | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1963 | 20:10 Milan Centrale | 17h41 | 13:51 Taormina-Giardini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9573+ InterCityNotte 1963 | 21:20 Milan Centrale | 16h31 | 13:51 Taormina-Giardini | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 797+ Intercity 723 | 22:18 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 18h06 | 16:24 Taormina-Giardini | 1 change | |
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Trains from Milan to Taormina run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £14 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 986 km distance in 12h 12m.
Distance 986 km |
Average train duration 12h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 12m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 23:35 |
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Discover the best of Taormina — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Taormina trip today.
Museum within the Badia Vecchia tower, displaying archaeological material linked to Taormina and the surrounding area.
Compact museum in Palazzo Ciampoli presenting archaeological exhibitions in a restored historic building near the centre.
Art venue for temporary exhibitions inside a medieval palace. Worth visiting for the architecture and changing cultural programme.
Taormina’s main pedestrian street, lined with historic buildings, shops and churches. Ideal for a first walk through the old town.
Elegant square beside San Giuseppe church and the clock tower, with terraces overlooking the coastline and Mount Etna.
Public garden created by Florence Trevelyan, with exotic plants, shaded paths and viewpoints over the sea and the theatre area.
Crisp rice balls filled with ragù, peas and cheese, then fried. A Sicilian street-food classic found across the island, including Taormina.
Fresh pasta with fried aubergine, tomato, basil and salted ricotta. Named for Catania-born opera Norma and deeply rooted in eastern Sicilian cooking.
Sweet ricotta-filled pastry tubes, often with pistachio or candied fruit. One of Sicily’s most iconic desserts and a staple in Taormina pastry shops.
Refined dining with Sicilian seafood and seasonal tasting menus, served in an elegant setting with views over the Taormina coastline.
Historic casual venue known for Sicilian pastries, granita and light meals, with a Belle Époque atmosphere in the heart of Taormina.
Established restaurant near Porta Messina specialising in fresh fish, shellfish and Sicilian recipes, with polished but relaxed service.
Taormina is pricier than many Sicilian towns, with higher hotel and restaurant prices in peak season, while local buses and cafés remain fairly reasonable.
Service is often included or rounded in. Restaurants: leave 5-10% for excellent service. Cafés: round up or leave small change. Taxis: round up the fare.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Taormina 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 Taormina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Taormina trains use the Milano Centrale to Taormina-Giardini station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Taormina 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 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.
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.
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