The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Stresa
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Stresa 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 Stresa will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
It's difficult to get from Milan Centrale to Stresa without transferring at least once.
Regionale TRENORD 2406 · Autobus TRENORD 4406A1:25 PM1h37Milan Centrale3:02 PMStresa station$111One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 2428 · Autobus TRENORD 4428A2:25 PM1h37Milan Centrale4:02 PMStresa station$111One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 2438 · Autobus TRENORD 4438A7:25 PM1h37Milan Centrale9:02 PMStresa station$111One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 2414 · Autobus TRENORD 4414A7:25 AM1h37Milan Centrale9:02 AMStresa station$111One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 2442 · Autobus TRENORD 4442A9:25 PM1h37Milan Centrale11:02 PMStresa station$111One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 2406 · Autobus TRENORD 4406A1:25 PM1h37Milan Centrale3:02 PMStresa station$111One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 2428 · Autobus TRENORD 4428A2:25 PM1h37Milan Centrale4:02 PMStresa station$111One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 2438 · Autobus TRENORD 4438A7:25 PM1h37Milan Centrale9:02 PMStresa station$111One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 2414 · Autobus TRENORD 4414A7:25 AM1h37Milan Centrale9:02 AMStresa station$111One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 2442 · Autobus TRENORD 4442A9:25 PM1h37Milan Centrale11:02 PMStresa station$111One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Milan Centrale to Stresa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Stresa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan Centrale to Stresa:
A train is $13 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan Centrale to Stresa costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Stresa take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 24m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with Regionale, Trenitalia EuroCity, Trenord.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Milan Centrale to Stresa train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Stresa trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2436 · Autobus TRENORD 4436A | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1h37 | 8:02 PM Stresa station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2438 · Autobus TRENORD 4438A | 7:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1h37 | 9:02 PM Stresa station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2440 · Autobus TRENORD 4440A | 8:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1h37 | 10:02 PM Stresa station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2442 · Autobus TRENORD 4442A | 9:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1h37 | 11:02 PM Stresa station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
Regionale TRENORD 2414 · Autobus TRENORD 4414A | 7:25 AM Milan Centrale | 1h37 | 9:02 AM Stresa station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2416 · Autobus TRENORD 4416A | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 1h37 | 10:02 AM Stresa station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2408 · Autobus TRENORD 4408A | 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 1h37 | 11:02 AM Stresa station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2022 · Regionale 11406 · Autobus TRENORD 4201A | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 3h13 | 2:28 PM Stresa station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2406 · Autobus TRENORD 4406A | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1h37 | 3:02 PM Stresa station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2428 · Autobus TRENORD 4428A | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1h37 | 4:02 PM Stresa station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2430 · Autobus TRENORD 4430A | 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1h37 | 5:02 PM Stresa station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2432 · Autobus TRENORD 4432A | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1h37 | 6:02 PM Stresa station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2434 · Autobus TRENORD 4434A | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1h37 | 7:02 PM Stresa station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Stresa
Trains from Milan Centrale to Stresa run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:15, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 3:15 AM |
Last train 8:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Regionale, Trenitalia EuroCity, Trenord from Milan Centrale to Stresa trainsRegionale, Trenitalia EuroCity, Trenord trains will get you between Milan Centrale and Stresa from $5 (€4). 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 Milan Centrale to Stresa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Centrale to Stresa 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 Stresa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan Centrale to Stresa
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station
- 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
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7
- Ristorante LaStresa
- Osteria Mercato
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees
- Hotel La Palma
- Regina Palace Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1 and 2 for train services
- Bus: Local bus services available
- Ferry: Connections to Lake Maggiore islands
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