- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Milan’s premier art museums, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the historic Brera district.
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
401 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ancona to Milan Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Milan Centrale will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 29 trains that leave Ancona for Milan Centrale on Mon, Jun 22, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 401 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486
Regionale 4244 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 · Regionale 2296
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478
Regionale Veloce 3904 · Autobus TTPER B0832 · Regionale TTPER 33956
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474
FRECCIAROSSA 9806
FRECCIAROSSA 8814
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 · FRECCIAROSSA 9532
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 · FRECCIAROSSA 9556
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 · FRECCIAROSSA 9540Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Milan Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 249 miles (401 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m 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 Ancona to Milan Centrale:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ancona to Milan Centrale costing on average $43 (€35).
Other travel options to Milan Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 22m.
The journey is about 7m faster (4h 19m by train vs 4h 26m by car) and roughly $83 (€68) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($43 (€35) vs $126 (€103)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Milan Centrale trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2494 | 5:57 PM Ancona station | 5h33 | 11:30 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930+ Intercity 1588 | 6:45 PM Ancona station | 5h30 | 12:15 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9810 | 7:10 PM Ancona station | 3h15 | 10:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8830 | 8:25 PM Ancona station | 3h00 | 11:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
InterCityNotte 758 | 3:06 AM Ancona station | 3h59 | 7:05 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 752 | 3:12 AM Ancona station | 4h03 | 7:15 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2456 · Regionale TRENORD 2158 | 3:17 AM Ancona station | 5h25 | 8:42 AM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 | 3:17 AM Ancona station | 5h33 | 8:50 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale TTPER 33956 | 4:45 AM Ancona station | 8h04 | 12:49 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Autobus TTPER B0658 · Regionale TRENORD 2166 | 4:45 AM Ancona station | 7h59 | 12:44 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale Veloce 3466 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 4:45 AM Ancona station | 6h50 | 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8802 | 5:20 AM Ancona station | 4h10 | 9:30 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3904 · Autobus TTPER B0832 · Regionale TTPER 33956 | 5:45 AM Ancona station | 7h04 | 12:49 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8804 | 6:20 AM Ancona station | 3h50 | 10:10 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3906+ Intercity 580 | 6:45 AM Ancona station | 5h56 | 12:41 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3908+ FRECCIAROSSA 9618 | 7:45 AM Ancona station | 4h13 | 11:58 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 604 | 8:38 AM Ancona station | 5h32 | 2:10 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 | 8:45 AM Ancona station | 6h00 | 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806 | 10:28 AM Ancona station | 2h57 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 | 10:45 AM Ancona station | 6h00 | 4:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 | 11:25 AM Ancona station | 3h00 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 · FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 12:25 PM Ancona station | 3h25 | 3:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 | 12:45 PM Ancona station | 6h00 | 6:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 | 1:26 PM Ancona station | 3h44 | 5:10 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 · FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 2:25 PM Ancona station | 3h25 | 5:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 2:25 PM Ancona station | 3h45 | 6:10 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 | 2:45 PM Ancona station | 6h00 | 8:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486 | 4:45 PM Ancona station | 6h00 | 10:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Ancona to Milan Centrale run on average 37 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:06, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 249 miles (401 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 249 miles (401 km) |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 37 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 1:06 AM |
Last train 7:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Milano Centrale — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milano Centrale trip today.
One of Milan’s premier art museums, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the historic Brera district.
Italy’s largest science museum, featuring Leonardo-inspired displays, transport collections, and interactive exhibits in a former monastery.
A major museum of 20th-century Italian art facing Piazza del Duomo, especially noted for Futurist works and its central location.
Milan’s central square and the city’s main gathering point, ideal for first-time visitors and iconic city views.
A charming historic district known for elegant streets, art atmosphere, boutiques, and a classic Milanese walking experience.
Milan’s canal district, very popular for waterside walks, photos, and lively urban atmosphere, especially in the evening.
Milan’s signature saffron risotto, rich with butter and cheese, celebrated for its golden color and elegant, comforting flavor.
A classic Milanese breaded veal cutlet, traditionally cooked in butter and prized as one of the city’s most iconic dishes.
Braised veal shank, often served with risotto alla Milanese, valued for its tender meat and rich marrow-filled sauce.
Long-standing fine dining destination and one of Milan’s best-known vegetarian restaurants, refined and creative in style.
Well-known Milanese restaurant with a modern approach to Lombard classics such as risotto and mondeghili in a stylish setting.
Historic traditional trattoria known for classic Milanese dishes, old-world atmosphere, and a strong local reputation.
Prices are above the Italian average, especially near the station. Casual meals are manageable, but hotels and sit-down dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service. Taxis can be rounded up.
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