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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
$8
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mendrisio to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mendrisio to Milan will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 2 trains that leave Mendrisio for Milan on Tue, Aug 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 46 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mendrisio to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 29 miles (48 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Mendrisio to Milan:
A bus is $0.66 (€0.54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mendrisio to Milan costing on average $8 (€7).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 51m.
The journey is about 8m faster (51m by train vs 59m by car) and roughly $64 (€52) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($8 (€7) vs $72 (€59)). 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 Regionale, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
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 Mendrisio to Milan trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S10 TRENORD 25111 · Regionale TRENORD 126 | 8:09 AM Chiasso station | 1h00 | 9:09 AM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25511 | 8:31 AM Chiasso station | 0h49 | 9:20 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S10 TRENORD 25113 · Regionale TRENORD 132 | 9:09 AM Chiasso station | 1h00 | 10:09 AM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 1 transfer | |
S10 TRENORD 25115 · Regionale TRENORD 136 | 10:09 AM Chiasso station | 1h00 | 11:09 AM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25515 | 10:31 AM Chiasso station | 0h49 | 11:20 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S10 TRENORD 25117 · Regionale TRENORD 140 | 11:09 AM Chiasso station | 1h00 | 12:09 PM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25517 | 11:31 AM Chiasso station | 0h49 | 12:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S10 TRENORD 25119 · Regionale TRENORD 144 | 12:09 PM Chiasso station | 1h00 | 1:09 PM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25519 | 12:31 PM Chiasso station | 0h49 | 1:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S10 TRENORD 25121 · Regionale TRENORD 146 | 1:09 PM Chiasso station | 1h00 | 2:09 PM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25521 | 1:31 PM Chiasso station | 0h49 | 2:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S10 TRENORD 25123 · Regionale TRENORD 150 | 2:09 PM Chiasso station | 1h00 | 3:09 PM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25523 | 2:31 PM Chiasso station | 0h49 | 3:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S10 TRENORD 25125 · Regionale TRENORD 154 | 3:09 PM Chiasso station | 1h00 | 4:09 PM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25525 | 3:31 PM Chiasso station | 0h49 | 4:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S10 TRENORD 25127 · Regionale TRENORD 160 | 4:09 PM Chiasso station | 1h00 | 5:09 PM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25527 | 4:31 PM Chiasso station | 0h49 | 5:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S10 TRENORD 25129 · Regionale TRENORD 166 | 5:09 PM Chiasso station | 1h00 | 6:09 PM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25529 | 5:31 PM Chiasso station | 0h49 | 6:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S10 TRENORD 25131 · Regionale TRENORD 170 | 6:09 PM Chiasso station | 1h00 | 7:09 PM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25531 | 6:31 PM Chiasso station | 0h49 | 7:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S10 TRENORD 25133 · Regionale TRENORD 176 | 7:09 PM Chiasso station | 1h00 | 8:09 PM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25533 | 7:31 PM Chiasso station | 0h49 | 8:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S10 TRENORD 25135 · Regionale TRENORD 180 | 8:09 PM Chiasso station | 1h00 | 9:09 PM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25535 | 8:31 PM Chiasso station | 0h49 | 9:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S10 TRENORD 25137 · Regionale TRENORD 184 | 9:09 PM Chiasso station | 1h00 | 10:09 PM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25537 | 9:31 PM Chiasso station | 0h49 | 10:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S11 TRENORD 25187 | 9:43 PM Chiasso station | 1h08 | 10:51 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
S10 TRENORD 25139 · Regionale TRENORD 188 | 10:09 PM Chiasso station | 1h00 | 11:09 PM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 25539 · S11 TRENORD 25087 | 10:35 PM Chiasso station | 1h16 | 11:51 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Mendrisio to Milan run on average 45 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) but you can travel from only $6 (€4) by bus.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:43, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 29 miles (48 km) |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 12:43 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
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 top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
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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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Milan Centrale -> Piazza del Duomo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mendrisio 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 Mendrisio to Milan trains use the Chiasso to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Milano Bovisa Politecnico. Use this guide to compare Mendrisio and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Bovisa Politecnico is 4 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Bovisa Politecnico has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Casa Fontana, Osteria del Treno
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Ticket office support is available at Milano Bovisa Politecnico. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Bovisa Politecnico. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Bovisa Politecnico: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Bovisa Politecnico: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Bovisa Politecnico: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sunflower, Hotel Valganna, Hotel Ares 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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