The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Zurich Airport
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Zurich Airport 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 Zurich Airport will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 4 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Zurich Airport on Wed, Feb 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 224 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 50 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.








Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan Centrale to Zurich Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Zurich Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €55.
Distance: 139 miles (224 km)
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€53 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest | €124 Average price |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milan Centrale to Zurich Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Zurich Airport trains for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 5:00 PM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 7:00 PM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 9:00 PM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 10:00 PM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
![]() | 6:10 AM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 9:00 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Milan Centrale to Zurich Airport by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Zurich Airport
Trains from Milan Centrale to Zurich Airport run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (224 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 139 miles (224 km) |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 19:10 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Milan Centrale to Zurich Airport trainsTrenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Milan Centrale and Zurich Airport from $13 (€10). 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 Zurich Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Centrale to Zurich Airport 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 Zurich Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan Centrale to Zurich Airport
- 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
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