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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 Oct 16
$268
Average ticket price on Oct 16
$337
Fastest journey on Oct 16
8 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
10 h 1 m
Trains on Oct 16
11
Distance
733 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Milan will cost around $337 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $268.
It's difficult to get from Lille to Milan without transferring at least once.
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FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287Trains from Lille to Milan run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 21:09. The fastest train covers the 455 miles (733 km) distance in 7h 33m.
Distance 455 miles (733 km) |
Average train duration 8h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 7h 33m |
First train 4:46 AM |
Last train 9:09 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Milan trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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7200 · 6681+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 5:30 AM Lille Flandres | 16h37 | 10:07 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
12510+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 7:22 AM Lille-Europe | 14h45 | 10:07 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9810+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 7:22 AM Lille-Europe | 14h45 | 10:07 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
7014 · 6609+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 8:12 AM Lille Flandres | 13h55 | 10:07 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9812+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 8:56 AM Lille-Europe | 13h11 | 10:07 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
7020 · 6611+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 9:12 AM Lille Flandres | 12h55 | 10:07 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9826+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 10:57 AM Lille-Europe | 11h10 | 10:07 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
12526+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 10:57 AM Lille-Europe | 11h10 | 10:07 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
7032 · 6617+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 11:30 AM Lille-Europe | 10h37 | 10:07 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
7038 · 6619+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 1:12 PM Lille Flandres | 8h55 | 10:07 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9830+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 1:56 PM Lille-Europe | 8h11 | 10:07 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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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 Lille 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 Lille to Milan trains use the Lille-Europe to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Milano Porta Garibaldi. Use this guide to compare Lille and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lille-Europe is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille-Europe 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: Costa Coffee, Factory & Co., PAUL, Selecta
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are located in Hall 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00. Information desks are located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
Luggage storage is staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
Available at Lille-Europe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lille-Europe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille-Europe: The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair ramps, a magnetic induction loop for people with hearing loss and a guidance system for people with visual impairments. Staff can provide additional assistance, and wheelchairs are available.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe, Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille, Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais.
Lille Flandres has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Chopsticks & Co, McDonald's, Subway, Black Coffee, Eric Kayser, So! Coffee, Aux Merveilleux de Fred
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM is located by Track 9.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00, Sat: 08:00 - 19:30, Sun: 09:00 - 19:30.
Available at Lille Flandres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lille Flandres: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille Flandres: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Nearby hotels include Le Napoleon, Hotel Chopin, Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place.
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 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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