4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Milan
Cheapest price
$578
Average price
$578
Fastest journey
16 h 7 m
Average duration
19 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1490 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Milan will cost around $578 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $578.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Milan without transferring at least 4 times.
6:00 AM16h07Glasgow10:07 PMMilan$5781One-way4 transfers- 11:45 PM22h22Glasgow10:07 PMMilan$5781One-way4 transfers
- 6:00 AM16h07Glasgow10:07 PMMilan$5781One-way4 transfers
- 11:45 PM22h22Glasgow10:07 PMMilan$5781One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Glasgow to Milan
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $115. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.5 - 3.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $115, and a train costs an average of $578.
Distance: 925 miles (1490 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$578 Average price | $205 Average price | $194 Average price Cheapest | $455 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 25m Average total duration 21h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 57m Average total duration 32h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 4.5 - 8.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | 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 Glasgow to Milan:
A bus is $12 (€9) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Milan costing on average $205 (€166).
A bus is $384 (€310) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Milan costing on average $578 (€466).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 21h 55m.
Bus takes on average 32h 27m.
Tickets start at around $578 (€466) compared to roughly $455 (€366) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-123.56 (€-99.60). The journey takes 21h 55m versus 19h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Glasgow to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Milan trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 AM Glasgow | 16h07 | 10:07 PM Milan | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Milan
United Kingdom
Italy
Trains from Glasgow to Milan run on average 1 times per day, taking around 21h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $578 (€466) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 925 miles (1490 km) distance in 16h 7m.
Distance 925 miles (1490 km) |
Average train duration 21h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $578 (€466) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 16h 7m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow to Milan trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Milan from $30 (€24). 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 Glasgow to Milan
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