- Must visit
Museo Tecnico Navale
Leading naval museum with ship models, weapons, figureheads, and artifacts explaining La Spezia’s long maritime history.
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
51
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to La Spezia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to La Spezia will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
It's difficult to get from Milan Malpensa Airport to La Spezia without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale 2293 · Regionale 19235+
Regionale TRENORD 80312
Regionale 2293 · Regionale 19235+
Regionale TRENORD 80312
Regionale 2293 · Regionale 19235+
Regionale TRENORD 80312
Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale TTPER 19247+
Regionale TRENORD 80336
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2459 · Regionale TTPER 19241+
Regionale TRENORD 80324
FRECCIAROSSA 8829+
Regionale TTPER 19259+
Regionale TRENORD 80368
FRECCIAROSSA 8823+
Regionale TTPER 19255+
Regionale TRENORD 80358
FRECCIAROSSA 8803+
Regionale 19235+
Regionale TRENORD 80314
FRECCIAROSSA 8829+
Regionale TTPER 19259+
Regionale TRENORD 80368
FRECCIAROSSA 8823+
Regionale TTPER 19255+
Regionale TRENORD 80358Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Malpensa Airport to La Spezia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, and a bus costs an average of $27.
Distance: 118 miles (191 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price | $89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan Malpensa Airport to La Spezia:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan Malpensa Airport to La Spezia costing on average $47 (€38).
Other travel options to La Spezia take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 16m.
Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $89 (€72) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $46 (€37). The journey takes 4h 16m versus 2h 56m 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 Malpensa Airport to La Spezia trains for today, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8829+ Regionale TTPER 19259+ Regionale TRENORD 80368 | 6:04 PM Malpensa Airport T2 | 4h50 | 10:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
BUS L685E+ Regionale 33343+ Regionale TRENORD 80368 | 6:04 PM Malpensa Airport T2 | 6h48 | 12:52 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
BUS L685E+ Regionale 33343+ Regionale TRENORD 80368 | 6:11 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 6h41 | 12:52 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8829+ Regionale TTPER 19259+ Regionale TRENORD 80368 | 6:11 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 4h43 | 10:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 687+ Regionale TRENORD 80370 | 6:34 PM Malpensa Airport T2 | 5h51 | 12:25 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 687+ Regionale TRENORD 80370 | 6:41 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h44 | 12:25 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 687+ Regionale TRENORD 80370 | 6:41 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h44 | 12:25 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 765+ Regionale TTPER 19263+ Regionale TRENORD 80376 | 7:34 PM Malpensa Airport T2 | 5h20 | 12:54 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 765+ Regionale TTPER 19263+ Regionale TRENORD 80376 | 7:41 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h13 | 12:54 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 765+ Regionale TTPER 19263+ Regionale TRENORD 80376 | 7:41 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h13 | 12:54 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 2293 · Regionale 19235+ Regionale TRENORD 80312 | 5:34 AM Malpensa Airport T2 | 5h20 | 10:54 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
treno 3015 effettuato con bus GEM03+ Intercity 657+ Regionale TRENORD 80312 | 5:34 AM Malpensa Airport T2 | 5h47 | 11:21 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
treno 3015 effettuato con bus GEM03+ Intercity 657+ Regionale TRENORD 80312 | 5:41 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h40 | 11:21 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 2293 · Regionale 19235+ Regionale TRENORD 80312 | 5:41 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h13 | 10:54 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 2293 · Regionale 19235+ Regionale TRENORD 80312 | 5:41 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h13 | 10:54 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8803+ Regionale 19235+ Regionale TRENORD 80314 | 6:04 AM Malpensa Airport T2 | 4h50 | 10:54 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8803+ Regionale 19235+ Regionale TRENORD 80314 | 6:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 4h43 | 10:54 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2459 · Regionale TTPER 19241+ Regionale TRENORD 80324 | 8:04 AM Malpensa Airport T2 | 5h50 | 1:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 607+ Regionale TTPER 19241+ Regionale TRENORD 80324 | 8:04 AM Malpensa Airport T2 | 5h50 | 1:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2459 · Regionale TTPER 19241+ Regionale TRENORD 80324 | 8:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h43 | 1:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2459 · Regionale TTPER 19241+ Regionale TRENORD 80324 | 8:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h43 | 1:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 607+ Regionale TTPER 19241+ Regionale TRENORD 80324 | 8:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h43 | 1:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2463 · Regionale 19245+ Regionale TRENORD 80334 | 10:04 AM Malpensa Airport T2 | 5h50 | 3:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2463 · Regionale 19245+ Regionale TRENORD 80334 | 10:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h43 | 3:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2463 · Regionale 19245+ Regionale TRENORD 80334 | 10:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h43 | 3:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale TTPER 19247+ Regionale TRENORD 80336 | 10:34 AM Malpensa Airport T2 | 6h20 | 4:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale TTPER 19247+ Regionale TRENORD 80336 | 10:41 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 6h13 | 4:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale TTPER 19247+ Regionale TRENORD 80336 | 10:41 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 6h13 | 4:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale TRENORD 80338 | 11:04 AM Malpensa Airport T2 | 6h18 | 5:22 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale TRENORD 80338 | 11:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 6h11 | 5:22 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale TRENORD 80338 | 11:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 6h11 | 5:22 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 · Regionale 19249+ Regionale TRENORD 80342 | 12:04 PM Malpensa Airport T2 | 5h50 | 5:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 · Regionale 19249+ Regionale TRENORD 80342 | 12:11 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h43 | 5:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 · Regionale 19249+ Regionale TRENORD 80342 | 12:11 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h43 | 5:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale TRENORD 80346 | 1:04 PM Malpensa Airport T2 | 6h17 | 7:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale TRENORD 80346 | 1:11 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 6h10 | 7:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale TRENORD 80346 | 1:11 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 6h10 | 7:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 · Regionale TTPER 19253+ Regionale TRENORD 80350 | 2:04 PM Malpensa Airport T2 | 5h50 | 7:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 · Regionale TTPER 19253+ Regionale TRENORD 80350 | 2:11 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h43 | 7:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 · Regionale TTPER 19253+ Regionale TRENORD 80350 | 2:11 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h43 | 7:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2473 · Regionale TTPER 19255+ Regionale TRENORD 80352 | 2:34 PM Malpensa Airport T2 | 6h20 | 8:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2473 · Regionale TTPER 19255+ Regionale TRENORD 80352 | 2:41 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 6h13 | 8:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2473 · Regionale TTPER 19255+ Regionale TRENORD 80352 | 2:41 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 6h13 | 8:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale TRENORD 80356 | 3:34 PM Malpensa Airport T2 | 5h47 | 9:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale TRENORD 80356 | 3:41 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h40 | 9:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale TRENORD 80356 | 3:41 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h40 | 9:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 · Regionale 19257+ Regionale TRENORD 80358 | 4:04 PM Malpensa Airport T2 | 5h55 | 9:59 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8823+ Regionale TTPER 19255+ Regionale TRENORD 80358 | 4:04 PM Malpensa Airport T2 | 4h50 | 8:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8823+ Regionale TTPER 19255+ Regionale TRENORD 80358 | 4:11 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 4h43 | 8:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 · Regionale 19257+ Regionale TRENORD 80358 | 4:11 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h48 | 9:59 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 · Regionale 19257+ Regionale TRENORD 80358 | 4:11 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h48 | 9:59 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
BUS L679E+ Intercity 685+ Regionale TRENORD 80360 | 4:34 PM Malpensa Airport T2 | 5h47 | 10:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Milan Malpensa Airport to La Spezia run on average 53 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:56, the last at 18:41. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (191 km) distance in 4h 33m.
Distance 118 miles (191 km) |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 53 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 2:56 AM |
Last train 6:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Discover the best of La Spezia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect La Spezia trip today.
Leading naval museum with ship models, weapons, figureheads, and artifacts explaining La Spezia’s long maritime history.
Museum in a former convent with paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts spanning centuries of local collecting.
Archaeological museum inside San Giorgio Castle, displaying prehistoric and Roman finds from the Gulf of Poets area.
Palm-lined seafront promenade ideal for strolling, harbor views, ferries, and evening walks along the Gulf of La Spezia.
Historic pedestrian street with arcades, shops, and everyday city life, connecting key squares in the center.
Central civic square near the station, a practical landmark and lively urban space for people-watching and orientation.
Chickpea flour pancake baked in a wood oven. A Ligurian street classic, prized for its crisp edges and simple coastal tradition.
Steamed mussels from the Gulf area, often with lemon, garlic, parsley, and white wine. A staple seafood dish tied to local waters.
Fresh pasta ribbons with Ligurian basil pesto, olive oil, pine nuts, garlic, and cheese. A defining flavor of Eastern Liguria.
Refined dining with creative seafood tasting menus and polished service. Suitable for a splurge meal in an elegant setting.
Well-known casual spot for fresh fish, pasta, and Ligurian classics near the center. Relaxed setting and dependable local cooking.
Historic waterfront restaurant known for Ligurian seafood, mussels, and harbor views. Traditional atmosphere with a long local reputation.
Moderate for Italy: lodging rises in peak season, but dining and local transit stay reasonable versus bigger tourist cities.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Taxis: round up. Cafes: small change is enough.
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La Spezia Centrale -> Piazza Verdi, La Spezia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Malpensa Airport to La Spezia 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 La Spezia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan Malpensa Airport to La Spezia trains use the Milano Centrale to La Spezia Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at La Spezia Migliarina. Use this guide to compare Milan Malpensa Airport and La Spezia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
La Spezia Centrale is 2 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Chef Express, Moka, Wake Up Cafe' Di Bottazzo Paolo
Free WiFi in the station with password displayed on ticket. ATMs are located inside the station.
Information desks are located inside the station near the information board.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located inside the main terminal.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Centrale: There are elevators from the parking garage and the road into the station as well as ramps for train access.
Nearby hotels include Affittacamere Casa Dane, La Siesta, Hotel Mary.
La Spezia Migliarina is 1 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Migliarina has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at La Spezia Migliarina.
Ticket office support is available at La Spezia Migliarina.
Available at La Spezia Migliarina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Migliarina: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Migliarina: Elevators, ramps.
Ca' Di Boschetti is 1 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
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