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Pinacoteca di Brera
Milan’s premier art gallery, known for Italian masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the historic Brera district.
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$175
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 44 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
925 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lecce to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lecce to Milan will cost around $175 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
Of the 18 trains that leave Lecce for Milan on Mon, Jun 15, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 15 the direct trains cover the 925 km distance in an average of 8 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Mon, Jun 15 the slowest trains will take 8 h 52 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.
InterCityNotte 752
InterCityNotte 758
InterCityNotte 754+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458
Regionale 4440+
InterCityNotte 758
Intercity 614
FRECCIAROSSA 8814
FRECCIAROSSA 9808
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9584
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 · FRECCIAROSSA 9532
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 9544Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lecce to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 574 miles (925 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$95 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $128 Average price | $295 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 51m Average total duration 9h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 15m Average total duration 13h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | 2.8 - 5.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lecce to Milan:
A bus is $56 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lecce to Milan costing on average $95 (€77).
A bus is $89 (€72) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lecce to Milan costing on average $128 (€104).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 21m.
Bus takes on average 13h 45m.
The journey is about 1h 20m faster (9h 21m by train vs 10h 41m by car) and roughly $199 (€162) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($95 (€77) vs $295 (€239)). 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 Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Intercity.
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 Lecce to Milan trains for today, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 | 5:55 AM Lecce station | 8h30 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 · FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 7:00 AM Lecce station | 8h50 | 3:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 | 8:04 AM Lecce station | 9h06 | 5:10 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 8:04 AM Lecce station | 8h46 | 4:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 610+ FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 8:20 AM Lecce station | 9h50 | 6:10 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 9:58 AM Lecce station | 8h52 | 6:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 | 9:58 AM Lecce station | 9h12 | 7:10 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 | 12:06 PM Lecce station | 8h41 | 8:47 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 · FRECCIAROSSA 9556 | 12:57 PM Lecce station | 8h53 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4420+ FRECCIAROSSA 8830 | 2:17 PM Lecce station | 9h08 | 11:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Lecce to Milan run on average 19 times per day, taking around 9h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 574 miles (925 km) distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 574 miles (925 km) |
Average train duration 9h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 8h 30m |
First train 4:35 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Milan’s canal district, known for waterside walks, lively atmosphere, and highly photogenic bridges and reflections.
Charming central neighborhood with elegant streets, galleries, boutiques, and a classic Milanese artistic atmosphere.
Milan’s main square and the city’s most important urban landmark, ideal for first-time visitors and classic views.
Milan’s signature saffron risotto, rich with butter and cheese, prized for its golden color and elegant flavor.
A traditional breaded veal cutlet, fried until crisp. It is one of the city’s most iconic and historic main dishes.
Braised veal shank, often served with risotto alla Milanese. It is a classic Lombard comfort dish with deep, slow-cooked flavor.
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Well-known modern Milanese restaurant celebrated for refined local dishes such as mondeghili and risotto in a stylish setting.
Historic traditional trattoria serving classic Milanese and Lombard dishes in an old-world, elegant atmosphere.
Prices are high by Italian standards, especially for hotels and central dining, but budget cafés and aperitivo deals help control daily costs.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included or a coperto charged. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; small change for taxis and cafés is enough.
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