- 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.
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€46
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
7 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Macerata is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Macerata will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 3 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Macerata on Mon, Aug 03, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 415 km distance in an average of 7 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 16 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 9 h 31 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 train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Macerata among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, and a bus costs an average of €27.
Distance: 257 miles (415 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€43 Average price Cheapest | €47 Average price | €44 Average price | €112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 17m Average total duration 7h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan Centrale to Macerata:
A train is €0.17 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Centrale to Macerata costing on average €44.
A train is €4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan Centrale to Macerata costing on average €47.
Other travel options to Macerata take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 43m.
Bus takes on average 7h 47m.
Tickets start at around €43 compared to roughly €112 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €69. The journey takes 5h 43m versus 4h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Macerata trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:20 AM Milan Centrale | 7h41 | 5:01 PM Macerata | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 AM Milan Centrale | 6h16 | 4:31 PM Macerata | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 PM Milan Centrale | 9h31 | 5:21 AM Macerata | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Milan Centrale to Macerata run on average 25 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 19:50. The fastest train covers the 257 miles (415 km) distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 257 miles (415 km) |
Average train duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 4:15 AM |
Last train 7:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Macerata — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Macerata trip today.
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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Macerata Stazione -> Piazza della Libertà, Macerata
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Centrale 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 Milan Centrale to Macerata trains use the Milano Centrale to Macerata station pair, with some services arriving at Macerata Università. Use this guide to compare Milan Centrale and Macerata 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.
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
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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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