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Milan to Naples Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Milan to Naples trains depart mainly from Milano Centrale and arrive at Napoli Centrale, covering about 772 km on Italy's north-south high-speed rail axis. Frecciarossa services operated by Trenitalia and Italo high-speed services both run this route, with intermediate stops often including Bologna Centrale, Firenze Santa Maria Novella, Roma Tiburtina or Roma Termini, and sometimes Reggio Emilia AV or Afragola. The fastest direct trains take about 4 hours 33 minutes, while slower direct Intercity or night services can take around 9 hours. There are usually more than 50 direct departures per day in one direction when Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, and overnight trains are counted. One-way high-speed fares between Milan and Naples start from about €29.90 ($32 USD) for advance low-fare tickets and can rise to around €150 ($162 USD) for flexible Business or Executive fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for Ferragosto in mid-August, Christmas, and Easter.
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Morning trains

05:10
MilanMilano Centrale
5h 18m
10:28
NaplesNapoli Centrale
Direct
FrecciaRossa 9505
from
8392 USD
1
5h 18m, Direct
05:10
MilanMilano Centrale
10:28
NaplesNapoli Centrale
from
8392 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
05:20
MilanMilano Centrale
4h 43m
10:03
NaplesNapoli Centrale
Direct
FrecciaRossa 9601
from
8392 USD
1
4h 43m, Direct
05:20
MilanMilano Centrale
10:03
NaplesNapoli Centrale
from
8392 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Day trains

12:10
MilanMilano Centrale
5h 8m
17:18
NaplesNapoli Centrale
Direct
FrecciaRossa 9535
from
11064 USD
1
5h 8m, Direct
12:10
MilanMilano Centrale
17:18
NaplesNapoli Centrale
from
11064 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
13:00
MilanMilano Centrale
4h 33m
17:33
NaplesNapoli Centrale
Direct
FrecciaRossa 9631
from
8392 USD
1
4h 33m, Direct
13:00
MilanMilano Centrale
17:33
NaplesNapoli Centrale
from
8392 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Evening trains

22:18
MilanMilano Porta Garibaldi
Secondary station
10h 33m
08:51
NaplesNapoli Centrale
Direct
InterCityNotte 797
from
6013 USD
1
10h 33m, Direct
22:18
MilanMilano Porta Garibaldi
Secondary station
08:51
NaplesNapoli Centrale
from
6013 USD
1
Direct
day

First train

05:10
night

Last train

22:18
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Travel duration

5h 28m
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Daily departures

35
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Milan
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Naples
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Ticket price

$22
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Milan to Naples Route Overview

The Milan to Naples rail route links Italy's financial center with the largest city in southern Italy using the Milan-Bologna, Bologna-Florence, Rome-Naples, and connecting high-speed lines. A distinctive feature of this trip is the long run through central Italy: after the Apennine base tunnels south of Bologna, trains cross Tuscany and Lazio before reaching the volcanic landscape near Mount Vesuvius on approach to Naples. Seat reservations are included on Frecciarossa and Italo high-speed trains, so passengers travel on a specific train and seat rather than using open boarding. Regional-style non-reserved practice is not typical on the high-speed Milan to Naples services.
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Travel time

5h 28m

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Fastest trip

4h 8m

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Longest trip

10h 56m

Milan

Milan is Italy's main northern rail hub and a major center for finance, fashion, and design. Milano Centrale is the principal departure station for long-distance trains to Naples, with metro access on lines M2 and M3 and airport bus links outside the station.

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Milano Centrale

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Milano Porta Garibaldi

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Milano Rogoredo

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5h 28m

Naples

Naples is the main rail hub of Campania and the usual rail access point for Pompeii, Herculaneum, and the Amalfi Coast connections. Napoli Centrale sits on Piazza Garibaldi, with metro, Circumvesuviana, and regional train links below and beside the main station.

Napoli Centrale

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Napoli Piazza Garibaldi

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Napoli Afragola

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Napoli San Giovanni Barra

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Practical Information for High-Speed Train Travelers

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Milan to Naples high-speed trains have onboard luggage areas rather than airline-style checked baggage. Passengers keep bags with them and should be able to lift items onto racks or into storage zones.
Luggage Allowance
Frecciarossa generally allows passengers to bring luggage they can carry and store safely, with no routine check-in process. Italo permits up to 2 standard pieces in Smart class, with large items usually limited to about 75 x 53 x 30 cm on lower-cost seating areas; higher classes have more storage tolerance subject to onboard space.
Storage Facilities
Frecciarossa and Italo trainsets have overhead racks for cabin-sized bags, floor-level luggage stacks near doors or coach ends, and space between some back-to-back seats. Keep valuables at your seat, especially during stops at Bologna, Florence, Rome, and Naples.
Special Items
Folding bicycles are accepted when folded and bagged; full-size bicycles require a bike bag or a service that specifically accepts assembled bikes. Skis, musical instruments, and sports gear must fit safely in luggage areas without blocking aisles or doors.

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Milan to Naples Map

The Milan to Naples route runs south from Milano Centrale through the Po Valley to Bologna, then uses the high-speed line under the Apennines toward Florence. Trains continue through central Italy to Rome, then follow the high-speed Rome-Naples line toward Napoli Centrale. Common high-speed stops include Bologna Centrale, Firenze Santa Maria Novella, Roma Termini or Roma Tiburtina, and Napoli Afragola on selected trains. Views shift from Lombardy plains to Tuscan hills, Lazio countryside, and the Vesuvius area near Naples.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

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Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

Frecciarossa

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 54m

Price from

$54

Departures

1048

Rating

Train

Intercity

Changes

Direct

Travel time

9h 51m

Price from

$22

Departures

53

Rating

Train

InterCityNotte

Changes

Direct

Travel time

10h 34m

Price from

$30

Departures

19

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High-speed rail runs from Milano Centrale to Napoli Centrale, placing passengers in the main city centers without airport transfers. Buses between Milan and Naples are cheaper on some dates but normally take 10 to 12 hours and use coach stations rather than the main rail concourses. Flights from Milan airports to Naples take about 1 hour 25 minutes in the air, but transfers to Malpensa, Linate, or Bergamo plus security and boarding can add several hours. Electric high-speed trains also have a lower per-passenger carbon footprint than flying on this domestic corridor.
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Travel time

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Train

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5h 28m

$22-$446

Bus

Apprx.

11h 0m

$20-$75

Flight

Apprx.

1h 25m

$45-$220

FAQ about the Milan - Naples Route

How long is the train from Milan to Naples?

The fastest direct Frecciarossa trains take about 4 hours 33 minutes from Milano Centrale to Napoli Centrale. Italo high-speed trains usually take around 4 hours 35 minutes on the quickest departures. Slower Intercity or overnight services can take about 9 hours.

How fast is the Milan to Naples high-speed train?

Frecciarossa and Italo trains on the Milan to Naples route can run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on Italy's high-speed sections. Average speed is lower because trains stop at major cities such as Bologna, Florence, and Rome.

Does a rail pass cover Milan to Naples trains?

Eurail and Interrail passes can be used on Trenitalia Frecciarossa and Intercity services in Italy, but Frecciarossa requires a paid seat reservation supplement. Italo is not generally covered by Eurail or Interrail passes. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How much is the train from Milan to Naples?

One-way high-speed train fares from Milan to Naples start from about €29.90 ($32 USD) for advance low-fare tickets and can reach around €150 ($162 USD) for flexible Business or Executive fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How do I book Milan to Naples train tickets?

Book Milan to Naples train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your date, comparing Frecciarossa and Italo departures, and choosing a fare and class. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, and the iOS and Android apps can be used to manage tickets and trip details.
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