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Revoltella Museum
Major modern art museum in a historic palace, known for 19th- and 20th-century Italian art and elegant interiors.
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
5 h 4 m
Average duration
5 h 26 m
Trains per day
77
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
It's difficult to get from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste without transferring at least once.
Regionale TRENORD 80350+
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507+
8918
Regionale TRENORD 80348+
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507+
8918
FRECCIAROSSA 9759+
Regionale TRENORD 80370
Regionale TRENORD 80370+
FRECCIAROSSA 9759
Regionale TRENORD 80314+
FRECCIAROSSA 9707
Regionale TRENORD 80370+
FRECCIAROSSA 9759
FRECCIAROSSA 9759+
Regionale TRENORD 80370
Regionale TRENORD 80354+
FRECCIAROSSA 9743+
Regionale Veloce 3581
Regionale TRENORD 80354+
FRECCIAROSSA 9743+
Regionale Veloce 3581
FRECCIAROSSA 9755+
Regionale Veloce 3861+
Regionale TRENORD 80362Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $43.
Distance: 244 miles (393 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$72 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $132 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 28m Average total duration Fastest 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste costing on average $72 (€60).
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 15m.
Tickets start at around $72 (€60) compared to roughly $132 (€109) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $60 (€49). The journey takes 5h 58m versus 4h 50m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:11 AM Milan Malpensa Airport | 8h26 | 4:37 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:11 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 9h27 | 9:38 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:41 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 5h46 | 6:27 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:11 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 9h27 | 10:38 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:41 PM Milan Malpensa Airport | 5h04 | 9:45 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 80312+ FRECCIAROSSA 9705+ Regionale Veloce 3435 | 5:34 AM Malpensa Airport T2 | 6h14 | 11:48 AM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 80312+ FRECCIAROSSA 9731+ 8918 | 5:41 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 15h15 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 80312+ FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ 8918 | 5:41 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 15h15 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9705+ Regionale Veloce 3435+ Regionale TRENORD 80312 | 5:41 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 6h07 | 11:48 AM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 80312+ FRECCIAROSSA 9727+ 8918 | 5:41 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 15h15 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 80314+ FRECCIAROSSA 9707 | 6:04 AM Malpensa Airport T2 | 6h01 | 12:05 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 80314+ FRECCIAROSSA 9727+ 8918 | 6:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 14h45 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 80314+ FRECCIAROSSA 9731+ 8918 | 6:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 14h45 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 80314+ FRECCIAROSSA 9707 | 6:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h54 | 12:05 PM Trieste Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 80314+ FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ 8918 | 6:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 14h45 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 80316+ FRECCIAROSSA 9709+ Regionale Veloce 3437 | 6:34 AM Malpensa Airport T2 | 6h10 | 12:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 80316+ FRECCIAROSSA 9727+ 8918 | 6:41 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 14h15 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 80316+ FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ 8918 | 6:41 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 14h15 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 80316+ FRECCIAROSSA 9709+ Regionale Veloce 3437 | 6:41 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 6h03 | 12:44 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 80316+ FRECCIAROSSA 9731+ 8918 | 6:41 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 14h15 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 80318+ FRECCIAROSSA 9727+ 8918 | 7:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 13h45 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 80318+ FRECCIAROSSA 9731+ 8918 | 7:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 13h45 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 80318+ FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ 8918 | 7:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 13h45 | 8:56 PM Trieste Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste run on average 20 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€36) but you can travel from only $31 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 17:41. The fastest train covers the 244 miles (393 km) distance in 5h 4m.
Distance 244 miles (393 km) |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€36) |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 5h 4m |
First train 4:11 AM |
Last train 5:41 PM |
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Discover the best of Trieste — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Trieste trip today.
Major modern art museum in a historic palace, known for 19th- and 20th-century Italian art and elegant interiors.
Memorial museum at the former Nazi detention and extermination camp, an important historical and educational site.
Archaeology museum with Roman finds, sculptures and artifacts that highlight Trieste's ancient history.
Trieste's grand seafront square, famous for its elegant architecture and lively atmosphere day and night.
Picturesque canal lined with historic buildings, churches and cafés, one of the city's most photographed walks.
Long pier stretching into the Adriatic, beloved for sunset walks and open views back toward the city.
Hearty Triestine soup of sauerkraut or beans, potatoes, and pork, reflecting the city’s Central European and Adriatic influences.
Potato dumplings stuffed with plums, then dressed with butter, breadcrumbs, sugar, and cinnamon; a classic dish from the Trieste area.
Ham baked in a bread crust, traditionally served warm with mustard and horseradish, showing Trieste’s Austro-Hungarian culinary heritage.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for polished service and contemporary cuisine in central Trieste.
Historic, established trattoria famous for Triestine and Karst cuisine, game dishes, and a traditional atmosphere.
Well-regarded seafood trattoria with a refined but relaxed setting, specializing in fresh Adriatic fish and seasonal dishes.
Moderate by Italian standards. Coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and waterfront dining cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good table service is appreciated. Little or no tip for coffee at the bar.
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Trieste Centrale, Trieste -> Piazza Unità d'Italia, Trieste
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste 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 Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan Malpensa Airport to Trieste trains use the Milano Centrale to Trieste Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan Malpensa Airport and Trieste train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Trieste Centrale is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Buffet da Pepi, Trattoria Nerodiseppia
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Trieste Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Centrale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste, Hotel Continentale, NH Trieste.
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