- Must visit
Musei di Palazzo Buonaccorsi
Macerata’s leading museum complex in an elegant palace, with art collections, period rooms, and the notable carriage museum. Essential for first-time visitors.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ancona to Macerata is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Macerata will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
On Mon, Nov 09, we found 40 trains from Ancona to Macerata, including 18 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 09 the direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
On Mon, Nov 09 the slowest trains will take 59 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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Trains from Ancona to Macerata run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:33, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (34 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 21 miles (34 km) |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 3:33 AM |
Last train 9:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Ancona to Macerata.
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Macerata trains for today, Sunday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Regionale 4211 · Regionale 23843 | 8:10 AM Ancona station | 1h50 | 10:00 AM Macerata station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19995 · Regionale 23852 | 10:55 AM Ancona station | 2h31 | 1:26 PM Macerata station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4213 · Regionale 23853 | 11:45 AM Ancona station | 1h44 | 1:29 PM Macerata station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4213 · Regionale 23853 | 11:50 AM Varano | 1h39 | 1:29 PM Macerata station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23851 · Regionale 23853 | 12:05 PM Ancona station | 1h24 | 1:29 PM Macerata station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 605+ Regionale 23853 | 12:26 PM Ancona station | 1h03 | 1:29 PM Macerata station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4277 · Regionale 23857 | 1:45 PM Ancona station | 1h11 | 2:56 PM Macerata station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4155 · Regionale 23868 | 1:50 PM Ancona station | 3h34 | 5:24 PM Macerata station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4223 · Regionale 23869 | 4:45 PM Ancona station | 2h21 | 7:06 PM Macerata station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19817 · Regionale 23880 | 5:35 PM Ancona station | 2h32 | 8:07 PM Macerata station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 23873 | 7:05 PM Ancona station | 1h20 | 8:25 PM Macerata station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 23881 | 9:08 PM Ancona station | 1h07 | 10:15 PM Macerata station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Regionale Veloce 4151 · Regionale 23838 | 3:33 AM Ancona station | 3h33 | 7:06 AM Macerata Fontescodella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4151 · Regionale 23834 | 3:33 AM Ancona station | 2h48 | 6:21 AM Macerata station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4205 · Regionale 23833 | 5:15 AM Ancona station | 1h09 | 6:24 AM Macerata station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4205 · Regionale 23833 · Regionale 23838 | 5:15 AM Ancona station | 1h51 | 7:06 AM Macerata Fontescodella | 2 transfers | |
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Macerata’s leading museum complex in an elegant palace, with art collections, period rooms, and the notable carriage museum. Essential for first-time visitors.
Specialized museum of historic coaches and ceremonial vehicles inside Palazzo Buonaccorsi. Distinctive and memorable, especially for families and design lovers.
Collection of modern and contemporary Italian art within the civic museums. Worth visiting for a compact survey in a refined historic setting.
Macerata’s main square, framed by major civic buildings and a theater. The best place to feel the city’s rhythm and start exploring the historic center.
Historic center district of lanes, brick buildings, and viewpoints. The area itself is worth exploring slowly for architecture, churches, and everyday scenes.
Panoramic gardens beside the Sferisterio with sweeping views over the countryside. A favorite local pause for sunsets, photos, and a relaxed walk.
Rustic hand-cut egg pasta traditionally served with duck ragù. It is a beloved Marche Sunday dish tied to farm cooking and family gatherings.
Thin flatbread from the Marche, cooked on a griddle and often filled with wild herbs, greens, or cured meats. A classic local street and home food.
Whole rabbit roasted with fennel, garlic, and herbs. It is traditional inland Marche fare, valued for simple seasoning and rural cooking roots.
Refined dining in the Macerata countryside with creative Marche cuisine, polished service, and an elegant villa setting.
Traditional Marche restaurant known for hearty local dishes, seasonal ingredients, and a warm, classic atmosphere near the historic center.
Casual and popular spot for regional specialties, grilled meats, and local wines in a relaxed, dependable setting.
Moderate for Italy: lodging and dining are usually cheaper than Rome or Florence, while local buses and coffee remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ancona to Macerata 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 Macerata, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ancona to Macerata trains use the Ancona to Macerata station pair, with some services arriving at Macerata Università. Use this guide to compare Ancona and Macerata train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ancona is 1 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Ancona 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: Little Italy, Trattoria da Nordio
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ancona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ancona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ancona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ancona: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ancona: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Ancona, Grand Hotel Palace, SeePort Hotel.
Varano is 2 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Varano has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Varano.
ATMs are available at Varano.
Available at Varano: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Varano.
Macerata is 1 km from Macerata city centre. Public transport options include:
Macerata 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 Il Ghiottone, Osteria dei Fiori
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Macerata. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Macerata. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Macerata: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Macerata: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Macerata: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Claudiani, Hotel Lauri, Hotel Arcadia.
Macerata Università is 2 km from Macerata city centre. Public transport options include:
Macerata Università has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Macerata Università.
Macerata Fontescodella has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Macerata Fontescodella.
ATMs are available at Macerata Fontescodella.
Available at Macerata Fontescodella: WC.
Available at Macerata Fontescodella: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Macerata Fontescodella.
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