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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Malpensa Airport T1
Cheapest price on Oct 09
$18
Average ticket price on Oct 09
$18
Fastest journey on Oct 09
53 m
Average journey duration on Oct 09
53 m
Trains on Oct 09
35
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Malpensa Airport T1 is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Malpensa Airport T1 will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
On Fri, Oct 09, we found 35 trains from Milan Centrale to Malpensa Airport T1, including 35 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 09 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Fri, Oct 09 the slowest trains will take 53 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.
Regionale TRENORD 29206:25 AM0h53Milan Centrale7:18 AMMalpensa Airport T1$181One-way0 transfers- Regionale TRENORD 294211:55 AM0h53Milan Centrale12:48 PMMalpensa Airport T1$181One-way0 transfers
- Regionale TRENORD 29809:25 PM0h53Milan Centrale10:18 PMMalpensa Airport T1$181One-way0 transfers
- Regionale TRENORD 29522:25 PM0h53Milan Centrale3:18 PMMalpensa Airport T1$181One-way0 transfers
- Regionale TRENORD 29768:25 PM0h53Milan Centrale9:18 PMMalpensa Airport T1$181One-way0 transfers
- Regionale TRENORD 29206:25 AM0h53Milan Centrale7:18 AMMalpensa Airport T1$181One-way0 transfers
- Regionale TRENORD 294211:55 AM0h53Milan Centrale12:48 PMMalpensa Airport T1$181One-way0 transfers
- Regionale TRENORD 29809:25 PM0h53Milan Centrale10:18 PMMalpensa Airport T1$181One-way0 transfers
- Regionale TRENORD 29522:25 PM0h53Milan Centrale3:18 PMMalpensa Airport T1$181One-way0 transfers
- Regionale TRENORD 29768:25 PM0h53Milan Centrale9:18 PMMalpensa Airport T1$181One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Malpensa Airport T1
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Trains from Milan Centrale to Malpensa Airport T1 run on average 36 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 but you can travel from only $5 by bus.
There are 36 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:55, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (42 km) distance in 51m.
Distance 26 miles (42 km) |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 |
Trains per day 36 |
Direct trains 36 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 12:55 PM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
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Best time to book 63 days |
Live departures
Milan Centrale to Malpensa Airport T1 train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Malpensa Airport T1 trains for today, Thursday, October 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regionale TRENORD 2932 | 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 10:18 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2934 | 9:55 AM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 10:48 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2936 | 10:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 11:18 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2938 | 10:55 AM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 11:48 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2940 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 12:18 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2942 | 11:55 AM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 12:48 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2944 | 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 1:18 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2946 | 12:55 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 1:48 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2948 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 2:18 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2950 | 1:55 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 2:48 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2952 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 3:18 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2954 | 2:55 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 3:48 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2956 | 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 4:18 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2958 | 3:55 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 4:48 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2960 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 5:18 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2962 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 5:48 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2964 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 6:18 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2966 | 5:55 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 6:48 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2968 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 7:18 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2970 | 6:55 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 7:48 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2972 | 7:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 8:18 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2974 | 7:55 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 8:48 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2976 | 8:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 9:18 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2978 | 8:55 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 9:48 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2980 | 9:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 10:18 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2982 | 9:55 PM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 10:48 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, October 9 | |||||
| Regionale TRENORD 2914 | 4:55 AM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 5:48 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2916 | 5:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 6:18 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2918 | 5:55 AM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 6:48 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2920 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 7:18 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2922 | 6:55 AM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 7:48 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2924 | 7:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 8:18 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2926 | 7:55 AM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 8:48 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2928 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 9:18 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2930 | 8:55 AM Milan Centrale | 0h53 | 9:48 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Milan Centrale to Malpensa Airport T1 by trainReach Malpensa Airport from Milan Centrale by Train: the Joys of Malpensa Express
By Sara Mastellone
I’ve done the Milan Centrale to Malpensa Airport route more times than I can count, and every single time I’m glad I chose the train. When you’re dealing with flights, the last thing you want is uncertainty and this route is about as reliable as it gets: no sudden car traffic and the very convenient Malpensa Express always available.
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Route overview
The Malpensa Express takes about 50 minutes to connect Milano Centrale Station with Malpensa Airport, covering roughly 50 kilometers (31 miles). In my experience, it’s the easiest and most predictable way to reach the airport from a busy city like Milan.
Transportation experience
I usually book my ticket on Omio in advance, especially if I have an early flight: I don't want complications and last-minute twists. The process is quick, and I like having everything sorted before I even get to the station. Compared to taxis or buses, the train feels much more relaxed: no traffic, no stress.
Departure station
Milano Centrale can surely feel overwhelming at first, but once you know where you’re going, it’s very efficient. I always arrive a bit early (at least 25-30 minutes), grab a coffee, and head to the platform with plenty of time.
Arrival station
What I love about Malpensa Airport station is how straightforward it is. You step off the train and you’re basically already inside the T1 terminal area, it makes the whole airport experience feel smoother.
Schedule & frequency
Trains for this route run every 20-30 minutes, which gives you a lot of flexibility. I’ve taken both early morning and late evening trains, and they’ve always been reliable and safe.
Onboard experience & services
The Malpensa Express is designed for travelers, so luggage space isn’t an issue. That’s always nice to know in advance! I usually find a seat, plug in my phone, and just relax (daydreaming of my flight and new adventures). It’s a short ride, but a comfortable one.
Ticketing advice & budget breakdown
I usually pay around €15 for a one-way ticket. Booking online saves time, especially when you’re in a rush, and you can do it from wherever you like.
| Item | Cost (eur) |
|---|---|
| Ticket price | €15 |
| Food & drinks | €0 |
| Travel to departure station | €2.2 |
| Travel from arrival station | €0 |
| Total | € 17.2 |
Top tips & recommendations
- Choose the Malpensa Express for the most direct and reliable connection.
- Always check the departure boards at Milano Centrale railway station to confirm the correct platform.
- Allow extra time for boarding, especially if you’re traveling with (heavy) luggage or during peak hours.
- Keep your ticket or QR code ready, as it may be checked before or during the journey.
Conclusion
For me the Milan Centrale to Malpensa Airport train is an absolute no-brainer. It’s quick, reliable, and takes the stress out of travel days. Book it in advance and enjoy a smooth ride to the airport.
Train companies: Malpensa Express, Frecciarossa from Milan Centrale to Malpensa Airport T1 trainsMalpensa Express, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Milan Centrale and Malpensa Airport T1 from $5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Traveling by train from Milano Centrale to Malpensa Aeroporto
The train connection between Milano Centrale and Malpensa Aeroporto is efficient and convenient, making it easy for travelers to reach the airport from the city center. The primary train providers servicing this route are Malpensa Express and Regionale. With frequent departures throughout the day, passengers can enjoy a comfortable journey while taking in scenic views of the Italian countryside along the way.
Train Connection: Milano Centrale to Malpensa Aeroporto
The train connection from Milano Centrale to Malpensa Aeroporto takes approximately 0h 51m, with a frequency of 17 trains per day. This route is direct, meaning there are no transfers required during the journey.
Milano Centrale to Malpensa Aeroporto
The first daily train departs from Milano Centrale at 05:55, providing an early start for travelers heading to the airport. The last journey of the day leaves at 21:25, allowing passengers a convenient option for late arrivals or departures.
Train Tickets Price for Milano Centrale to Malpensa Aeroporto
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection from Milano Centrale to Malpensa Aeroporto is €13. This fare provides an economical option for travelers looking to reach the airport conveniently and efficiently.
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FAQs: Trains from Milan Centrale to Malpensa Airport T1
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Centrale to Malpensa Airport T1 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 Malpensa Airport T1, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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