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Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s leading art museums, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the elegant Brera district.
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
61
Distance
201 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolzano to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolzano to Milan will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 61 trains that leave Bolzano for Milan on Sun, May 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 201 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 3 h 3 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 16039 · Regionale TRENORD 2630
Regionale Veloce 3427 · Regionale TRENORD 2620
Regionale 3841 · Regionale TRENORD 2634
Regionale Veloce 3847 · Regionale TRENORD 2686
Regionale 3843 · Regionale TRENORD 2638
FRECCIAROSSA 9721
FRECCIAROSSA 8505 · FRECCIAROSSA 9700
FRECCIAROSSA 8525 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744
FRECCIAROSSA 8507 · FRECCIAROSSA 9713
FRECCIAROSSA 8519 · FRECCIAROSSA 9736Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolzano to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 124 miles (201 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$39 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
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 Bolzano to Milan:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolzano to Milan costing on average $39 (€31).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 59m.
The table below shows live departures for Bolzano to Milan trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 17106+ FRECCIAROSSA 9721 | 8:19 AM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 3h26 | 11:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17106 · Regionale 16033 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 8:19 AM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 4h16 | 12:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16033 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 8:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h04 | 12:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9721 | 8:45 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h00 | 11:45 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17150 · Regionale 16039+ FRECCIAROSSA 9726 | 9:49 AM Kaiserau | 3h56 | 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17150 · Regionale 16039 · Regionale TRENORD 2630 | 9:49 AM Kaiserau | 4h46 | 2:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale SAD 22430 · Regionale 16039 · Regionale TRENORD 2630 | 10:20 AM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 4h15 | 2:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale SAD 22430 · Regionale 16039+ FRECCIAROSSA 9726 | 10:20 AM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 3h25 | 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16039 · Regionale TRENORD 2630 | 10:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h04 | 2:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16039+ FRECCIAROSSA 9726 | 10:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h14 | 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17154 · Regionale 3841+ FRECCIAROSSA 9729 | 11:49 AM Kaiserau | 3h56 | 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17154 · Regionale 3841 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 | 11:49 AM Kaiserau | 4h46 | 4:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale SAD 22432 · Regionale 3841+ FRECCIAROSSA 9729 | 12:19 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 3h26 | 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale SAD 22432 · Regionale 3841 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 | 12:19 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 4h16 | 4:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3841 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 | 12:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h04 | 4:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3841+ FRECCIAROSSA 9729 | 12:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h14 | 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16679 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 | 12:36 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h59 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17156+ FRECCIAROSSA 8519 · FRECCIAROSSA 9736 | 12:49 PM Kaiserau | 3h26 | 4:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17156+ FRECCIAROSSA 8519 · FRECCIAROSSA 9736 | 12:52 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 3h23 | 4:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8519 · FRECCIAROSSA 9736 | 1:12 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h03 | 4:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17158 · Regionale 3843 · Regionale TRENORD 2638 | 1:49 PM Kaiserau | 4h46 | 6:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17158 · Regionale 3843 · Regionale TRENORD 2638 | 1:52 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 4h43 | 6:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3843 · Regionale TRENORD 2638 | 2:25 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h10 | 6:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8963+ Regionale TRENORD 2638 | On time 2:42 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h53 | 6:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8963 · 9946 | 2:42 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h38 | 7:20 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8963 · 8988 | On time 2:42 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h43 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8963+ Regionale TRENORD 2640 | On time 2:42 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h53 | 7:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8963+ Regionale TRENORD 2682 | On time 2:42 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 5h28 | 8:10 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17168+ FRECCIAROSSA 8525 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 2:49 PM Kaiserau | 3h26 | 6:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17168+ FRECCIAROSSA 8525 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 2:52 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 3h23 | 6:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8525 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 3:12 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h03 | 6:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17178 · Regionale TRENORD 2697 | 3:49 PM Kaiserau | 4h46 | 8:35 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17178 · Regionale Veloce 3845 · Regionale TRENORD 2682 | 3:49 PM Kaiserau | 4h21 | 8:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17178 · Regionale Veloce 3845+ FRECCIAROSSA 9750 | 3:49 PM Kaiserau | 3h58 | 7:47 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
Regionale SAD 22436 · Regionale TRENORD 2697 | 4:19 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 4h16 | 8:35 PM Milano Lambrate | 1 transfer | |
Regionale SAD 22436 · Regionale Veloce 3845+ FRECCIAROSSA 9750 | 4:19 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 3h28 | 7:47 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
Regionale SAD 22436 · Regionale Veloce 3845 · Regionale TRENORD 2682 | 4:19 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 3h51 | 8:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3845+ FRECCIAROSSA 9750 | 4:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h16 | 7:47 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3845 · Regionale TRENORD 2682 | 4:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h39 | 8:10 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17264+ FRECCIAROSSA 8529 · FRECCIAROSSA 9752 | 4:49 PM Kaiserau | 3h26 | 8:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17264+ FRECCIAROSSA 8529 · FRECCIAROSSA 9752 | 4:52 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 3h23 | 8:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2697 · Regionale TRENORD 2242 | 4:56 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h54 | 8:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2697 | 4:56 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h59 | 8:55 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8529 · FRECCIAROSSA 9752 | 5:10 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h05 | 8:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17268 · Regionale Veloce 3847 · Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 5:49 PM Kaiserau | 4h46 | 10:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale SAD 22440 · Regionale Veloce 3847 · Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 6:20 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 4h15 | 10:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3847 · Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 6:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h04 | 10:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
Regionale Veloce 3427 · Regionale TRENORD 2620 | 5:00 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h35 | 9:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8505 · FRECCIAROSSA 9700 | 5:12 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h00 | 8:12 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8953 · 8974 | On time 6:42 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h43 | 10:25 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8953 · 9912 | 6:42 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h38 | 11:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8953 · 8971 | On time 6:42 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h43 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8953 · 9972 | 6:42 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h33 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8953+ Regionale TRENORD 2624 | On time 6:42 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h53 | 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8953+ Regionale TRENORD 2622 | On time 6:42 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h53 | 10:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8953+ Regionale TRENORD 2626 | On time 6:42 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 5h53 | 12:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8507 · FRECCIAROSSA 9713 | 7:12 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h03 | 10:15 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3463+ FRECCIAROSSA 9716 | 7:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h16 | 10:47 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3463 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 7:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h04 | 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16663 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 7:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h59 | 12:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17104+ FRECCIAROSSA 9721 | 7:49 AM Kaiserau | 3h56 | 11:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17104+ FRECCIAROSSA 9721 | 7:52 AM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 3h53 | 11:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bolzano to Milan run on average 54 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 124 miles (201 km) distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 124 miles (201 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 54 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Milan — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milan trip today.
One of Italy’s leading art museums, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the elegant Brera district.
A major museum of 20th-century Italian art facing Piazza del Duomo, with strong Futurist holdings and striking city views.
A contemporary museum focused on world cultures and major temporary exhibitions, popular for its modern architecture and changing shows.
Milan’s canal district, best known for waterside walks, photogenic bridges, and lively atmosphere day and night.
A charming historic neighborhood of narrow streets, galleries, boutiques, and classic Milan character, ideal for wandering.
Milan’s main square and the symbolic heart of the city, surrounded by major landmarks and constant urban energy.
Creamy saffron risotto, one of Milan's signature dishes, prized for its rich flavor and golden color.
Braised veal shank cooked slowly until tender, traditionally served with gremolata and often paired with risotto.
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter, a classic Milanese specialty and one of the city's most famous dishes.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant offering creative haute cuisine with an elegant, Michelin-starred reputation.
Famous central bakery known for panzerotti, a beloved casual stop near the Duomo with constant local appeal.
Modern Milanese restaurant known for refined Lombard classics in a stylish contemporary setting.
Milan is pricier than most Italian cities, especially for hotels, central dining, and aperitivo areas.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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Milan Centrale, Milan -> Duomo di Milano, Milan
The train connection between Bolzano and Milan is efficient and convenient, making it an excellent choice for travelers looking to explore these two beautiful cities. The journey is serviced by several providers including Regionale, Frecciarossa, and Trenitalia. With frequent departures throughout the day, passengers can enjoy a comfortable ride while taking in the stunning scenery of Northern Italy along the way.
Traveling from Bolzano to Milan takes approximately 3 hours and 26 minutes. There are a total of 12 connections available each day, all of which are direct services. The journey begins at Bolzano-Bozen station and concludes at Milano Centrale station.
The first daily train journey from Bolzano to Milan departs at 04:42, providing an early start for travelers looking to explore the vibrant city of Milan. The last departure is scheduled for 18:06, allowing visitors ample time throughout the day to enjoy both cities before returning in the evening.
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection from Bolzano to Milan is €26. This fare provides an economical option for travelers looking to explore these two beautiful Italian cities, known for their stunning landscapes and rich culture.
Welcome to the magnificent Milan Cathedral, or Duomo di Milano, a stunning example of Gothic architecture that took nearly six centuries to complete. Its intricate façade and towering spires not only symbolize Milan's rich history but also reflect the city's artistic heritage and devotion. As you explore its interior, don’t miss the breathtaking stained glass windows that tell stories from both religious texts and local legends.
Next, we’ll stroll through Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, one of the world's oldest shopping malls that opened in 1867. This architectural marvel features a striking glass dome and elegant mosaics underfoot, making it a vibrant hub for fashion enthusiasts and food lovers alike. The gallery is more than just shops; it's an iconic meeting point where culture meets commerce in true Italian style.
Finally, let’s visit Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco), which dates back to the 15th century when it served as a fortress for Duke Francesco Sforza. Today, this historic landmark houses several museums showcasing art collections ranging from ancient artifacts to Renaissance masterpieces. With its imposing walls surrounded by lush gardens, it offers visitors not only insight into Milan's past but also serene spaces perfect for relaxation amidst your exploration.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolzano 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.

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