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Museo della Collegiata di Sant'Andrea
Empoli’s leading museum combines archaeology and Tuscan art, including works tied to Pontormo and local history, making it the city’s essential cultural stop.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Empoli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Empoli will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
It's difficult to get from Milan to Empoli without transferring at least once.
Intercity 597+
Regionale 18307
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Intercity 599+
Regionale 18233
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Intercity 1589+
Regionale 18287
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Intercity 583+
Regionale Veloce 4021
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Intercity 651+
Regionale Veloce 4026
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FRECCIAROSSA 9321+
Regionale Veloce 4045
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FRECCIAROSSA 9391+
Regionale Veloce 4023
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FRECCIAROSSA 9325+
Regionale Veloce 4049
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FRECCIAROSSA 9805 · FRECCIAROSSA 9413+
Regionale Veloce 4031
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FRECCIAROSSA 9527+
Regionale 18291
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Trains from Milan to Empoli run on average 72 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 148 miles (239 km) distance in 1h 56m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Milan to Empoli.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Empoli trains for today, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:50 AM Milan | 6h46 | 12:36 PM Empoli | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 PM Milan | 6h15 | 9:35 PM Empoli | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:41 PM Milan | 5h26 | 9:07 PM Empoli | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:41 PM Milan | 5h33 | 10:14 PM Empoli | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FRECCIAROSSA 9505+ Regionale 18271 | 5:10 AM Milan Centrale | 2h42 | 7:52 AM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
9907+ Regionale Veloce 4017 | 5:40 AM Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 8:57 AM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
9907+ Regionale 18357 | 5:40 AM Milan Centrale | 2h46 | 8:26 AM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
9907+ Regionale 18203 | 5:40 AM Milan Centrale | 2h59 | 8:39 AM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale Veloce 4021 | 6:05 AM Milan Centrale | 4h52 | 10:57 AM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9511+ Regionale Veloce 4017 | 6:10 AM Milan Centrale | 2h47 | 8:57 AM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale Veloce 4026 | 6:10 AM Milan Centrale | 4h53 | 11:03 AM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
8111+ Regionale 18205 | 6:40 AM Milan Centrale | 2h59 | 9:39 AM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
8111+ Regionale Veloce 4019 | 6:40 AM Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 9:57 AM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
8111+ Regionale 18283 | 6:40 AM Milan Centrale | 2h46 | 9:26 AM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Milan to Empoli with Italo, Frecciarossa, and Regionale. Night trains available on this route with Intercity Notte. High-speed trains available on this route with Italo, Frecciarossa, and Frecciabianca. Regional trains available on this route with Regionale. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Empoli’s leading museum combines archaeology and Tuscan art, including works tied to Pontormo and local history, making it the city’s essential cultural stop.
Birthplace museum dedicated to Pontormo, the Mannerist master born in Empoli, offering context on his life and the artistic identity of the Pontorme district.
Small church museum preserving religious artworks and architecture, valued for its elegant Gothic façade and compact, rewarding historic interiors.
Empoli’s main square, framed by historic buildings and the collegiata, is the best place to start exploring the city’s medieval core on foot.
Lively central square with fountains and seating, popular with locals and visitors as a modern gathering place near shopping streets and events.
Elegant square near the church of Santo Stefano, appreciated for its quieter atmosphere, historic façades, and easy connection to the old center.
Tuscan soup of stale bread, cannellini beans and black cabbage. A rural classic around Empoli, prized for turning simple farm ingredients into rich comfort food.
Thick bread and vegetable soup with tomato, beans, celery and cavolo nero. It is a hallmark of peasant cooking across the Empolese Valdelsa area.
Florentine-style tripe simmered in tomato with herbs, often served in a sandwich or on a plate. A beloved traditional street and trattoria dish in the area.
Refined Tuscan restaurant known for seasonal ingredients, polished service and creative regional dishes in an elegant setting.
Traditional Tuscan venue near Empoli known for grilled meats, local pasta and a rustic countryside atmosphere.
Casual, established spot for Tuscan classics, pizzas and hearty local dishes, popular with families and groups.
Moderate for Tuscany: stays and dining cost less than Florence, while local trains and simple meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafes, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Empoli Stazione -> Piazza Farinata degli Uberti, Empoli
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Empoli 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 Empoli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Empoli trains use the Milano Centrale to Empoli station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Empoli 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 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.
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.
Empoli has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Rifugio, Osteria del Gusto
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Empoli. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Empoli. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Empoli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Empoli: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Empoli: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Tazza d'Oro, Hotel Da Vinci, Hotel Il Sole.
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