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Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$38
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$66
Fastest journey on Aug 30
1 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
1 h 24 m
Trains on Aug 30
69
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Airport to Milan 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 will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
It's difficult to get from Bologna Airport to Milan without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX078
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2494+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX214
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX048
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1712+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX204
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1704+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX150
FRECCIAROSSA 9610+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX042
FRECCIAROSSA 9632+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX116
FRECCIAROSSA 9592+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX238
FRECCIAROSSA 9642+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX154
FRECCIAROSSA 9304+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX048Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna Airport to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, while a flight costs an average of $240.
Distance: 121 miles (195 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$39 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $240 Average price | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 12m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna Airport to Milan:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna Airport to Milan costing on average $39 (€32).
A bus is $227 (€184) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna Airport to Milan costing on average $240 (€195).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 2m.
Flight takes on average 5h 12m.
The journey is about 25m faster (2h 10m by train vs 2h 35m by car) and roughly $33 (€27) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($39 (€32) vs $73 (€59)). 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.
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 Bologna Airport to Milan trains for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale TRENORD 2636+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX114 | 1:51 PM Bologna Airport | 3h35 | 5:26 PM Milano Lambrate | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX118 | 2:07 PM Bologna Airport | 1h43 | 3:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX118 | 2:07 PM Bologna Airport | 1h32 | 3:39 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1700+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX128 | 2:47 PM Bologna Airport | 3h07 | 5:54 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1764+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX140 | 3:35 PM Bologna Airport | 3h02 | 6:37 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX148 | 4:07 PM Bologna Airport | 1h32 | 5:39 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX148 | 4:07 PM Bologna Airport | 1h43 | 5:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1734 · Regionale TRENORD 10878+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX148 | 4:07 PM Bologna Airport | 2h52 | 6:59 PM Milan Rogoredo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1704+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX150 | 4:15 PM Bologna Airport | 3h17 | 7:32 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX154 | 4:31 PM Bologna Airport | 1h27 | 5:58 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX164 | 5:11 PM Bologna Airport | 1h28 | 6:39 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX164 | 5:11 PM Bologna Airport | 1h39 | 6:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1718 · Regionale TRENORD 10880+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX168 | 5:27 PM Bologna Airport | 2h32 | 7:59 PM Milan Rogoredo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1778+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX170 | 5:35 PM Bologna Airport | 3h02 | 8:37 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3950+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX180 | 6:15 PM Bologna Airport | 2h36 | 8:51 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX190 | 6:55 PM Bologna Airport | 1h20 | 8:15 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX194 | 7:11 PM Bologna Airport | 1h39 | 8:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX194 | 7:11 PM Bologna Airport | 1h28 | 8:39 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1710+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX198 | 7:27 PM Bologna Airport | 3h10 | 10:37 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9658+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX198 | 7:27 PM Bologna Airport | 1h33 | 9:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9556+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX208 | 8:07 PM Bologna Airport | 1h32 | 9:39 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9556+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX208 | 8:07 PM Bologna Airport | 1h43 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 596+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX212 | 8:23 PM Bologna Airport | 2h54 | 11:17 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9326+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX212 | 8:23 PM Bologna Airport | 1h31 | 9:54 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9662+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX214 | 8:31 PM Bologna Airport | 1h29 | 10:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2494+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX214 | 8:31 PM Bologna Airport | 2h59 | 11:30 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9810+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX220 | 8:55 PM Bologna Airport | 1h30 | 10:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9560+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX224 | 9:11 PM Bologna Airport | 1h27 | 10:38 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9560+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX224 | 9:11 PM Bologna Airport | 1h39 | 10:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8830+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX234 | 9:51 PM Bologna Airport | 1h34 | 11:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX238 | 10:15 PM Bologna Airport | 1h24 | 11:39 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX238 | 10:15 PM Bologna Airport | 1h35 | 11:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9672+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX240 | 10:30 PM Bologna Airport | 1h30 | 12:00 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX008 | 6:32 AM Bologna Airport | 3h05 | 9:37 AM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9574+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX012 | 7:02 AM Bologna Airport | 1h37 | 8:39 AM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9574+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX012 | 7:02 AM Bologna Airport | 1h48 | 8:50 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale 2294+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX014 | 7:11 AM Bologna Airport | 3h05 | 10:16 AM Milan Rogoredo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX018 | 7:27 AM Bologna Airport | 3h10 | 10:37 AM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9802+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX022 | 7:43 AM Bologna Airport | 1h52 | 9:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3466 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX024 | 7:51 AM Bologna Airport | 3h35 | 11:26 AM Milano Lambrate | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX028 | 8:07 AM Bologna Airport | 1h43 | 9:50 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX028 | 8:07 AM Bologna Airport | 1h32 | 9:39 AM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9608+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX034 | 8:31 AM Bologna Airport | 1h29 | 10:00 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9610+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX042 | 9:03 AM Bologna Airport | 1h18 | 10:21 AM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX044 | 9:11 AM Bologna Airport | 1h28 | 10:39 AM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX044 | 9:11 AM Bologna Airport | 1h39 | 10:50 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX048 | 9:27 AM Bologna Airport | 3h10 | 12:37 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9304+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX048 | 9:27 AM Bologna Airport | 1h27 | 10:54 AM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX054 | 9:51 AM Bologna Airport | 3h35 | 1:26 PM Milano Lambrate | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX058 | 10:07 AM Bologna Airport | 1h32 | 11:39 AM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX058 | 10:07 AM Bologna Airport | 1h43 | 11:50 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX070 | 10:55 AM Bologna Airport | 1h35 | 12:30 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX074 | 11:11 AM Bologna Airport | 1h39 | 12:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX074 | 11:11 AM Bologna Airport | 1h28 | 12:39 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX078 | 11:27 AM Bologna Airport | 3h10 | 2:37 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9308+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX078 | 11:27 AM Bologna Airport | 1h27 | 12:54 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX084 | 11:51 AM Bologna Airport | 1h34 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX088 | 12:07 PM Bologna Airport | 1h43 | 1:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX088 | 12:07 PM Bologna Airport | 1h32 | 1:39 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX092 | 12:23 PM Bologna Airport | 1h31 | 1:54 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 606+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX096 | 12:39 PM Bologna Airport | 2h51 | 3:30 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX100 | 12:55 PM Bologna Airport | 1h30 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX104 | 1:11 PM Bologna Airport | 1h28 | 2:39 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX104 | 1:11 PM Bologna Airport | 1h39 | 2:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2490+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX108 | 1:27 PM Bologna Airport | 3h10 | 4:37 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bologna Airport to Milan run on average 45 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 20:06. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 121 miles (195 km) |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 7:27 AM |
Last train 8:06 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
This contemporary art museum near Porta Romana presents rotating exhibitions in a striking former industrial distillery complex.
Italy’s leading science museum is set in a former monastery and features Leonardo galleries, trains, aircraft, and a submarine.
Milan’s central square frames the cathedral and major civic buildings, making it the city’s essential meeting point and photo stop.
This artistic district offers charming lanes, Brera atmosphere, boutiques, and easy access to galleries and evening strolls.
A large landscaped park behind the castle, perfect for walks, skyline views, and reaching landmarks like the Arch of Peace.
Saffron risotto cooked with butter, stock and cheese. It is Milan's signature dish, linked to the city's love of rich northern Italian rice cookery.
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter until golden. A classic Milanese main, prized for its simple preparation and long-standing local tradition.
Slow-braised veal shanks with vegetables, wine and broth, often finished with gremolata. A hearty Lombard specialty commonly paired with risotto.
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Enrico Bartolini in MUDEC. Expect refined Italian tasting menus in a polished contemporary setting.
Historic Milanese restaurant near the Duomo, famous for risotto and cotoletta. Traditional, elegant rooms and a strong local culinary identity.
Long-running local favorite for classic Milanese cuisine, especially risotto and ossobuco. Warm, old-school atmosphere in the Brera area.
Moderate for Western Europe. Hotels and central dining can be pricey, but transit is affordable and budget meals, aperitivo deals, and local cafes help keep daily costs reasonable.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Airport 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.

Most Bologna Airport to Milan trains use the Bologna Centrale to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Milano Rogoredo. Use this guide to compare Bologna Airport and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is 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.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
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