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Badia Vecchia
Museum within the Badia Vecchia tower, displaying archaeological material linked to Taormina and the surrounding area.
Cheapest price on 22 Oct
£96
Average ticket price on 22 Oct
£106
Fastest journey on 22 Oct
17 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 22 Oct
19 h 7 m
Trains on 22 Oct
4
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 £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £96.
On Thu 22 Oct, we found 4 trains from Milan to Taormina, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 986 km distance in an average of 19 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 h 14 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.








Trains from Milan to Taormina run on average 6 times per day, taking around 15h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 986 km distance in 11h 34m.
Distance 986 km |
Average train duration 15h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 11h 34m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 23:35 |
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The table below shows live departures for Milan to Taormina trains for today, Wednesday 21 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9663+ InterCityNotte 95063+ BUS L959F | 19:35 Milan Centrale | 13h48 | 9:23 Taormina-Giardini | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 1963 | 20:10 Milan Centrale | 18h32 | 14:42 Taormina-Giardini | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 797+ Intercity 723+ BUS L721A | 21:13 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 19h40 | 16:53 Taormina-Giardini | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 22 October | |||||
![]() | 11:48 Milan | 21h14 | 9:02 Taormina | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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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Taormina-Giardini -> Porta Messina, Taormina
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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 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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