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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bologna Airport for Milan Malpensa Airport on Fri, May 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 236 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 1 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.
2:11 PM1h04Bologna Airport3:15 PMMilan Malpensa Airport$211One-way0 transfers- 7:41 AM1h04Bologna Airport8:45 AMMilan Malpensa Airport$371One-way0 transfers
- 8:06 AM1h35Bologna Airport9:41 AMMilan Malpensa Airport$501One-way0 transfers
5:15 PM4h01Bologna Airport9:16 PMMilan Malpensa Airport$571One-way0 transfers
- 7:41 AM1h04Bologna Airport8:45 AMMilan Malpensa Airport$371One-way0 transfers
- 2:11 PM1h04Bologna Airport3:15 PMMilan Malpensa Airport$211One-way0 transfers
- 8:06 AM1h35Bologna Airport9:41 AMMilan Malpensa Airport$501One-way0 transfers
- 5:15 PM4h01Bologna Airport9:16 PMMilan Malpensa Airport$571One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 146 miles (236 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$47 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m 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 Bologna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport:
A bus is $31 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport costing on average $47 (€37).
Other travel options to Milan Malpensa Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 12m.
The journey is about 13m faster (2h 32m by train vs 2h 45m by car) and roughly $33 (€26) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($47 (€37) vs $80 (€64)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bologna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:15 PM Bologna Airport | 4h01 | 9:16 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
| 7:41 AM Bologna Airport | 1h04 | 8:45 AM Milan Malpensa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:06 AM Bologna Airport | 1h35 | 9:41 AM Milan Malpensa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:11 PM Bologna Airport | 1h04 | 3:15 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport
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Trains from Bologna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:06, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 146 miles (236 km) distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 146 miles (236 km) |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 7:06 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Marconi Express from Bologna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Marconi Express trains will get you between Bologna Airport and Milan Malpensa Airport from $7 (€5). 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 Bologna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport 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 Malpensa Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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