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The cheapest and fastest trains from Friedrichshafen to Milan
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 15
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$78
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$107
Fastest journey on Sep 15
3 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
3 h 38 m
Trains on Sep 15
38
Distance
245 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Friedrichshafen to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Friedrichshafen to Milan will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Friedrichshafen to Milan without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 81 806 | 806 · IC 2 861 | 861 · RE 80 25513 | 255135:47 AM3h39Romanshorn station9:26 AMChiasso station$781One-way2 transfers- IC 8 836 | 836 · IR 46 2441 | 2441 · IC 21 691 | 6918:47 PM3h43Romanshorn station12:30 AMChiasso station$781One-way2 transfers
- IC 8 832 | 832 · IR 46 2437 | 2437 · IC 21 687 | 6876:47 PM3h43Romanshorn station10:30 PMChiasso station$781One-way2 transfers
- IC 8 834 | 834 · IC 2 889 | 8897:47 PM3h43Romanshorn station11:30 PMChiasso station$801One-way1 transfer
- IC 8 824 | 824 · IC 2 1479 | 14792:47 PM4h08Romanshorn station6:55 PMChiasso station$841One-way1 transfer
- S 7 11716 | 11716 · IR 75 2106 | 2106 · EC 11 | 115:17 AM3h38Romanshorn station8:55 AMChiasso station$981One-way2 transfers
- S 7 11720 | 11720 · IR 75 2108 | 2108 · EC 13 | 136:17 AM3h38Romanshorn station9:55 AMChiasso station$981One-way2 transfers
- S 7 11728 | 11728 · IR 75 2112 | 2112 · EC 15 | 158:17 AM3h38Romanshorn station11:55 AMChiasso station$1341One-way2 transfers
- S 7 11732 | 11732 · IR 75 2114 | 2114 · EC 153 | 1539:17 AM3h38Romanshorn station12:55 PMChiasso station$1341One-way2 transfers
- S 7 11740 | 11740 · IR 75 2118 | 2118 · EC 151 | 15111:17 AM3h38Romanshorn station2:55 PMChiasso station$1341One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Friedrichshafen to Milan
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Friedrichshafen to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $74 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $74, while a train costs an average of $125.
Distance: 152 miles (245 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$125 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $150 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m 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 |
The cheapest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Milan is a bus with an average price of $74.
This is compared to other travel options from Friedrichshafen to Milan:
A bus is $51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Friedrichshafen to Milan costing on average $125.
The fastest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Milan is by train with an average journey time of 3h 29m.
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 5m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Friedrichshafen and Milan including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Friedrichshafen to Milan among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 1h 5m faster (3h 29m by train vs 4h 34m by car) and roughly $25 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($125 vs $150). 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
Friedrichshafen to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Friedrichshafen to Milan trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 10 12008 | 12008 · IR 13 3252 | 3252 · IR 46 2409 | 2409 · IC 21 659 | 659 | 4:12 AM Romanshorn station | 4h14 | 8:26 AM Chiasso station | 4 transfers | |
| S 7 11716 | 11716 · IR 75 2106 | 2106 · EC 11 | 11 | 5:17 AM Romanshorn station | 3h38 | 8:55 AM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 81 806 | 806 · EC 13 | 13 | 5:47 AM Romanshorn station | 4h08 | 9:55 AM Chiasso station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 81 806 | 806 · IC 2 861 | 861 · RE 80 25513 | 25513 | 5:47 AM Romanshorn station | 3h39 | 9:26 AM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
| S 7 11720 | 11720 · IR 75 2108 | 2108 · EC 13 | 13 | 6:17 AM Romanshorn station | 3h38 | 9:55 AM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
| S 7 11728 | 11728 · IR 75 2112 | 2112 · EC 15 | 15 | 8:17 AM Romanshorn station | 3h38 | 11:55 AM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 8 812 | 812 · EC 153 | 153 | 8:47 AM Romanshorn station | 4h08 | 12:55 PM Chiasso station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 46 2417 | 2417 · IC 21 667 | 667 · RE 80 25519 | 25519 | 8:47 AM Romanshorn station | 3h39 | 12:26 PM Chiasso station | 3 transfers | |
| S 7 11732 | 11732 · IR 75 2114 | 2114 · EC 153 | 153 | 9:17 AM Romanshorn station | 3h38 | 12:55 PM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 81 814 | 814 · EC 19 | 19 | 9:47 AM Romanshorn station | 4h08 | 1:55 PM Chiasso station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 81 814 | 814 · IC 2 869 | 869 · RE 80 25521 | 25521 | 9:47 AM Romanshorn station | 3h39 | 1:26 PM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
| S 7 11736 | 11736 · IR 75 2116 | 2116 · EC 19 | 19 | 10:17 AM Romanshorn station | 3h38 | 1:55 PM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 8 816 | 816 · IR 46 2421 | 2421 · IC 21 671 | 671 · RE 80 25523 | 25523 | 10:47 AM Romanshorn station | 3h39 | 2:26 PM Chiasso station | 3 transfers | |
| IC 8 816 | 816 · EC 151 | 151 | 10:47 AM Romanshorn station | 4h08 | 2:55 PM Chiasso station | 1 transfer | |
| S 7 11740 | 11740 · IR 75 2118 | 2118 · EC 151 | 151 | 11:17 AM Romanshorn station | 3h38 | 2:55 PM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 81 818 | 818 · IC 2 873 | 873 · RE 80 25525 | 25525 | 11:47 AM Romanshorn station | 3h39 | 3:26 PM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 81 818 | 818 · EC 21 | 21 | 11:47 AM Romanshorn station | 4h08 | 3:55 PM Chiasso station | 1 transfer | |
| S 7 11744 | 11744 · IR 75 2120 | 2120 · EC 21 | 21 | 12:17 PM Romanshorn station | 3h38 | 3:55 PM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 8 820 | 820 · EC 37 | 37 | 12:47 PM Romanshorn station | 4h08 | 4:55 PM Chiasso station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 8 820 | 820 · IR 46 2425 | 2425 · IC 21 675 | 675 · RE 80 25527 | 25527 | 12:47 PM Romanshorn station | 3h39 | 4:26 PM Chiasso station | 3 transfers | |
| S 7 11748 | 11748 · IR 75 2122 | 2122 · EC 37 | 37 | 1:17 PM Romanshorn station | 3h38 | 4:55 PM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 81 822 | 822 · IC 2 877 | 877 · RE 80 25529 | 25529 | 1:47 PM Romanshorn station | 3h39 | 5:26 PM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 81 822 | 822 · EC 23 | 23 | 1:47 PM Romanshorn station | 4h08 | 5:55 PM Chiasso station | 1 transfer | |
| S 7 11752 | 11752 · IR 75 2124 | 2124 · EC 23 | 23 | 2:17 PM Romanshorn station | 3h38 | 5:55 PM Chiasso station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Friedrichshafen to Milan
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Trains from Friedrichshafen to Milan run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 but you can travel from only $46 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:44, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (245 km) distance in 3h 21m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $46
Distance 152 miles (245 km) |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 3:44 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $46
Train companies: SBB, Voralpen Express from Friedrichshafen to Milan trainsSBB, Voralpen Express trains will get you between Friedrichshafen and Milan from $46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest SBB Price
$77
SBB frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Voralpen Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Voralpen Express Duration
3h 31m
Cheapest Voralpen Express Price
$108
Voralpen Express frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Milan
Things to do in Milan
Discover the best of Milan — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milan trip today.
- Must visit
Fondazione Prada
This contemporary art museum near Porta Romana presents rotating exhibitions in a striking former industrial distillery complex.
- Must visit
Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci
Italy’s leading science museum is set in a former monastery and features Leonardo galleries, trains, aircraft, and a submarine.
- Must visit
Piazza del Duomo
Milan’s central square frames the cathedral and major civic buildings, making it the city’s essential meeting point and photo stop.
- Must visit
Brera
This artistic district offers charming lanes, Brera atmosphere, boutiques, and easy access to galleries and evening strolls.
- Must visit
Parco Sempione
A large landscaped park behind the castle, perfect for walks, skyline views, and reaching landmarks like the Arch of Peace.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Risotto Alla Milanese
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.
Cotoletta Alla Milanese
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter until golden. A classic Milanese main, prized for its simple preparation and long-standing local tradition.
- Gluten-free
Ossobuco
Slow-braised veal shanks with vegetables, wine and broth, often finished with gremolata. A hearty Lombard specialty commonly paired with risotto.
Enrico Bartolini Al Mudec
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Enrico Bartolini in MUDEC. Expect refined Italian tasting menus in a polished contemporary setting.
Ristorante Savini
Historic Milanese restaurant near the Duomo, famous for risotto and cotoletta. Traditional, elegant rooms and a strong local culinary identity.
Antica Trattoria Della Pesa
Long-running local favorite for classic Milanese cuisine, especially risotto and ossobuco. Warm, old-school atmosphere in the Brera area.
Euro (€)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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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Prices
- Single ticket
- €2.20
- Day pass
- €7.60
To the city center
Milan Centrale -> Piazza del Duomo
- Distance
- 3 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Contactless bank cards work on ATM metro gates and on many buses and trams with tap-in validators.
- The €2.20 ticket is valid for 90 min on ATM urban network, including metro, buses, and trams within Milan fare zones.
FAQs: Trains from Friedrichshafen to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Friedrichshafen 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.
Train ticket prices from Friedrichshafen to Milan can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $77, while the average price is around $125.
The train from Friedrichshafen to Milan takes 3h 21m and runs 7 per day.
The distance by train from Friedrichshafen to Milan is 152 miles (245 km).
The first train from Friedrichshafen to Milan leaves at 3:44 AM.
The last train from Friedrichshafen to Milan leaves at 9:34 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Friedrichshafen to Milan.
There is no direct train service currently available from Friedrichshafen to Milan.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Friedrichshafen to Milan.
The train station in Friedrichshafen that goes to Milan is Romanshorn station, which connects to Chiasso station.
The cheapest way to get from Friedrichshafen to Milan is by bus, with a cost of around $46.
Yes, the train journey from Friedrichshafen to Milan is quite scenic, offering views of the picturesque landscapes around Lake Constance, the rolling hills of southern Germany, and the dramatic vistas of the Swiss Alps as the train crosses into Italy.
A day trip from Friedrichshafen to Milan is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 21m. However, there are 7 trains available per day, making travel between the two cities accessible.
In Milan, you can visit the iconic Duomo di Milano for its stunning Gothic architecture and panoramic views, explore Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper at the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, and stroll through the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II with its luxury boutiques. Discover the grand Sforza Castle, which houses various museums and art collections, and relax in the serene Sempione Park near the city center.
To fully experience Milan's key attractions, including the Duomo, The Last Supper, and shopping in the fashion district, plan for around 3 to 4 days.
Yes, you can take the train from Friedrichshafen to Milan.
Since both Friedrichshafen and Milan are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Milan include Como, Varenna, Turin, Bergamo, Genoa.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Friedrichshafen to Milan among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Milan, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like public transportation, popular tourist sites, and busy shopping streets such as Corso Buenos Aires. Common scams include distraction techniques used by groups to steal wallets or phones, and fake charity collectors near landmarks. It's advisable to avoid unlicensed taxi services and to confirm fares beforehand. Staying alert and securing valuables can help ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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