The cheapest and fastest trains from Alba to Milan
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alba to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alba to Milan will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 5 trains that leave Alba for Milan on Sun, May 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 10 the direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
On Sun, May 10 the slowest trains will take 4 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.
8:11 AM3h34Alba11:45 AMMilan$211One-way0 transfers
2:11 PM3h38Alba5:49 PMMilan$221One-way0 transfers
12:11 PM3h38Alba3:49 PMMilan$221One-way0 transfers
6:11 AM3h34Alba9:45 AMMilan$231One-way0 transfers
8:07 AM4h31Alba12:38 PMMilan$271One-way0 transfers
6:11 AM3h34Alba9:45 AMMilan$231One-way0 transfers
8:11 AM3h34Alba11:45 AMMilan$211One-way0 transfers
2:11 PM3h38Alba5:49 PMMilan$221One-way0 transfers
12:11 PM3h38Alba3:49 PMMilan$221One-way0 transfers
8:07 AM4h31Alba12:38 PMMilan$271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Alba to Milan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alba to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a bus costs an average of $36.
Distance: 77 miles (124 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Alba to Milan:
A train is $17 (€14) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Alba to Milan costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 37m.
Tickets start at around $19 (€15) compared to roughly $54 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $35 (€28). The journey takes 2h 37m versus 1h 58m 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.
Live departures
Alba to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Alba to Milan trains for today, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SFM4 26403+ FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 6:07 AM Alba station | 2h55 | 9:02 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26403 · Regionale Veloce 2017 | 6:07 AM Alba station | 3h38 | 9:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26403+ FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 6:11 AM Mussotto | 2h51 | 9:02 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26403 · Regionale Veloce 2017 | 6:11 AM Mussotto | 3h34 | 9:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26409 · Regionale Veloce 2019 | 7:07 AM Alba station | 3h38 | 10:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26409+ FRECCIAROSSA 9311 | 7:07 AM Alba station | 2h38 | 9:45 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26409+ FRECCIAROSSA 9311 | 7:11 AM Mussotto | 2h34 | 9:45 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26409 · Regionale Veloce 2019 | 7:11 AM Mussotto | 3h34 | 10:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26513+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 8:07 AM Alba station | 2h55 | 11:02 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26513+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 8:11 AM Mussotto | 2h51 | 11:02 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26519+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 9:07 AM Alba station | 2h55 | 12:02 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26519 · Regionale Veloce 2023 | 9:07 AM Alba station | 3h38 | 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26519+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 9:11 AM Mussotto | 2h51 | 12:02 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26519 · Regionale Veloce 2023 | 9:11 AM Mussotto | 3h34 | 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26427 · Regionale Veloce 2025 | 10:07 AM Alba station | 3h38 | 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26427 · Regionale Veloce 2025 | 10:11 AM Mussotto | 3h34 | 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26433 · Regionale Veloce 2027 | 11:07 AM Alba station | 3h38 | 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26433+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 11:07 AM Alba station | 2h55 | 2:02 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26433 · Regionale Veloce 2027 | 11:11 AM Mussotto | 3h34 | 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26433+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 11:11 AM Mussotto | 2h51 | 2:02 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26439+ FRECCIAROSSA 9641 | 12:07 PM Alba station | 2h43 | 2:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26439 · Regionale Veloce 2029 | 12:07 PM Alba station | 3h38 | 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26439 · Regionale Veloce 2029 | 12:11 PM Mussotto | 3h34 | 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26439+ FRECCIAROSSA 9641 | 12:11 PM Mussotto | 2h39 | 2:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26445+ FRECCIAROSSA 9645 | 1:07 PM Alba station | 2h43 | 3:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26445 · Regionale Veloce 2031 | 1:07 PM Alba station | 3h38 | 4:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26445+ FRECCIAROSSA 9645 | 1:11 PM Mussotto | 2h39 | 3:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26445 · Regionale Veloce 2031 | 1:11 PM Mussotto | 3h34 | 4:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26451+ FRECCIAROSSA 9649 | 2:07 PM Alba station | 2h43 | 4:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26451 · Regionale Veloce 2033 | 2:07 PM Alba station | 3h38 | 5:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26451+ FRECCIAROSSA 9649 | 2:11 PM Mussotto | 2h39 | 4:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26451 · Regionale Veloce 2033 | 2:11 PM Mussotto | 3h34 | 5:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26457 · Regionale Veloce 2035 | 3:07 PM Alba station | 3h38 | 6:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26457+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 3:07 PM Alba station | 2h55 | 6:02 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26457+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 3:11 PM Mussotto | 2h51 | 6:02 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26457 · Regionale Veloce 2035 | 3:11 PM Mussotto | 3h34 | 6:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26463 · Regionale Veloce 2037 | 4:07 PM Alba station | 3h38 | 7:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26463 · Regionale Veloce 2037 | 4:11 PM Mussotto | 3h34 | 7:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26469 · Regionale Veloce 2039 | 5:07 PM Alba station | 3h38 | 8:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26469+ FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 5:07 PM Alba station | 2h33 | 7:40 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26469+ InterCityNotte 797 | 5:07 PM Alba station | 3h38 | 8:45 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26469+ FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 5:11 PM Mussotto | 2h29 | 7:40 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26469 · Regionale Veloce 2039 | 5:11 PM Mussotto | 3h34 | 8:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26469+ InterCityNotte 797 | 5:11 PM Mussotto | 3h34 | 8:45 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26475 · Regionale Veloce 2041 | 6:07 PM Alba station | 3h38 | 9:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26475 · Regionale Veloce 2041 | 6:11 PM Mussotto | 3h34 | 9:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26481 · Regionale Veloce 2043 | 7:07 PM Alba station | 3h38 | 10:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26481+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 7:07 PM Alba station | 3h00 | 10:07 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26481+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 7:11 PM Mussotto | 2h56 | 10:07 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26481 · Regionale Veloce 2043 | 7:11 PM Mussotto | 3h34 | 10:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26487 · Regionale Veloce 2045 | 8:07 PM Alba station | 3h38 | 11:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
SFM4 26487 · Regionale Veloce 2045 | 8:11 PM Mussotto | 3h34 | 11:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alba to Milan
Trains from Alba to Milan run on average 48 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:08, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 48 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 2:08 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Regionale, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Alba to Milan trainsRegionale, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Alba and Milan from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Alba to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alba to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alba to Milan
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Via Roma.
- Osteria dell'Arco
- Petricore Enoteca con Cucina
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Savona
- Hotel Calissano
- Hotel Langhe
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional connections
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- 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.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
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