- 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
€32
Average price
€32
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Parma to Macerata is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Parma to Macerata will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 1 trains that leave Parma for Macerata on Mon, Aug 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 10 the direct trains cover the 300 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Mon, Aug 10 the slowest trains will take 5 h 40 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 Parma to Macerata among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €32, and a bus costs an average of €56.
Distance: 186 miles (300 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€32 Average price Cheapest | €71 Average price |
5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 35m Average total duration 14h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Parma to Macerata:
A train is €38 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Parma to Macerata costing on average €71.
Other travel options to Macerata take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 5m.
The table below shows live departures for Parma to Macerata trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:27 AM Parma | 5h40 | 4:07 PM Macerata | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Parma to Macerata run on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 186 miles (300 km) distance in 5h 29m.
Distance 186 miles (300 km) |
Average train duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 5h 29m |
First train 5:35 AM |
Last train 11:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
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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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Macerata Stazione -> Piazza della Libertà, Macerata
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Parma 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 Parma to Macerata trains use the Parma to Macerata station pair, with some services arriving at Macerata Fontescodella. Use this guide to compare Parma and Macerata train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Parma has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Angiol d'Or, Enoteca Fontana
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Parma. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Parma. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Parma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Parma: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Parma: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include NH Parma, Hotel Torino, Hotel Button.
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 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.
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.
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