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MudaC - Museo delle Arti Carrara
Carrara's main civic museum displays archaeology and sculpture, offering essential context on the city's marble heritage.
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
4 h 54 m
Average duration
5 h 3 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap bus 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 $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
It's difficult to get from Milan to Carrara without transferring at least once.
BUS L679E+
Regionale Veloce 3285 · Regionale 19385
BUS L679E+
Intercity 685
BUS L679E+
Intercity 685
BUS L679E+
Regionale Veloce 3285 · Regionale 19385Buses from Milan to Carrara run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 but you can travel from only $16 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:48. The fastest bus covers the 105 miles (170 km) distance in 4h 49m.
Distance 105 miles (170 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 49m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:48 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 05:21AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 4h49 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 05:47PM | Arrival Time 10:58PM | Duration 5h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:41PM | Duration 4h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Carrara buses for today, Monday, August 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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BUS L679E+ Regionale Veloce 3285 · Regionale 19385 | 5:47 PM Milan Centrale | 5h11 | 10:58 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2 transfers | |
BUS L679E+ Intercity 685 | 5:47 PM Milan Centrale | 4h54 | 10:41 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1 transfer | |
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Discover the best of Carrara — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Carrara trip today.
Carrara's main civic museum displays archaeology and sculpture, offering essential context on the city's marble heritage.
Open-air exhibition route in the quarry basin where contemporary sculpture meets dramatic marble landscapes.
Museum inside the Academy that explores sculpture training, plaster casts, and Carrara's global artistic influence.
Elegant central square lined with marble palaces and cafes, ideal for understanding Carrara's civic and social life.
Historic hillside village above Carrara, known for quarry views, stone houses, and strong marble-working traditions.
Dramatic marble quarry basin with stark white mountains, viewpoints, and a powerful sense of Carrara's working landscape.
Lardo di Colonnata is cured pork fat aged in marble basins with herbs. It is the area's most famous specialty, tied to quarry workers and Colonnata village.
Testaroli are ancient pancake-like pasta sheets, cut and served with pesto or olive oil. A Lunigiana classic widely eaten around Carrara.
Panigacci are thin unleavened bread discs baked in terracotta dishes, usually served with cheeses, cured meats, or pesto. Traditional in nearby Lunigiana.
Historic Colonnata trattoria known for Lardo di Colonnata and traditional quarry-town dishes in a simple, authentic setting.
Well-known local restaurant serving Tuscan and seafood dishes with polished service and a classic atmosphere near central Carrara.
Traditional venue in Colonnata focused on lardo, homemade pasta, and hearty local fare with a rustic mountain-village feel.
Moderate for Italy: dining is reasonable, local transit is cheap, and stays often cost less than major tourist cities, but summer beach-season rates rise.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Carrara by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Carrara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Carrara buses use the Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Massa, Via Massa Avenza (CC Carrefour) station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Carrara bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
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