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Bergsturzmuseum Goldau
Main local museum on the 1806 Goldau landslide, with models, documents, and context on the disaster that shaped the region.
Cheapest price
€81
Average price
€89
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Arth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Arth will cost around €89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €81.
Of the 12 trains that leave Milan for Arth on Sat, Aug 01, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 185 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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.
EuroCity 126
EuroCity 306
EuroCity 28
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EuroCity 10
EuroCity 126
EuroCity 306
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EuroCity 22
EuroCity 20Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Arth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €64.
Distance: 114 miles (185 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€68 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €159 Average price | €99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 8m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Milan to Arth:
A bus is €36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Arth costing on average €68.
A bus is €128 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Arth costing on average €159.
Other travel options to Arth take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 2m.
Flight takes on average 7h 8m.
The journey is about 17m faster (2h 50m by train vs 3h 7m by car) and roughly €32 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€68 vs €99). 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.
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 Milan to Arth trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:10 PM Milan | 2h32 | 4:42 PM Arth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 PM Milan | 2h32 | 8:42 PM Arth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Milan | 2h32 | 9:42 PM Arth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
EuroCity 10 | 7:10 AM Milan Centrale | 2h32 | 9:42 AM Arth-Goldau | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 12 | 8:10 AM Milan Centrale | 2h32 | 10:42 AM Arth-Goldau | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 14 | 9:10 AM Milan Centrale | 2h32 | 11:42 AM Arth-Goldau | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 178 | 10:10 AM Milan Centrale | 3h01 | 1:11 PM Arth-Goldau | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 16 | 1:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h32 | 3:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 152 | 1:49 PM Milano Lambrate | 2h53 | 4:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Milan to Arth run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (185 km) distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 114 miles (185 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 5:53 AM |
Last train 10:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Arth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Arth trip today.
Main local museum on the 1806 Goldau landslide, with models, documents, and context on the disaster that shaped the region.
Museum at Natur- und Tierpark Goldau presenting regional geology, wildlife, and natural history, ideal for understanding local landscapes.
Exhibition space at the animal park focused on native fauna and conservation, suitable for families and visitors exploring Goldau’s nature story.
Renowned wildlife park and walking area with mountain views, native animals, and family-friendly trails; one of Arth’s top attractions.
Popular lookout and mountain village stop on Rigi, offering wide lake panoramas and scenic walking routes above Arth.
Historic mountain route linking Goldau with Rigi, prized for its landscapes, classic railway views, and access to panoramic hikes.
Älplermagronen is a Swiss mountain pasta with potatoes, cream, cheese and onions, often served with apple sauce. It is a hearty alpine classic eaten across Central Switzerland.
Rösti is a crisp pan-fried potato cake from Swiss farmhouse cooking. In Central Switzerland it is a staple side or main and represents simple local comfort food.
Luzerner Chügelipastete is a festive pastry filled with veal and mushrooms in a creamy sauce. It is a classic dish from the nearby Lucerne region with strong local roots.
Established mountain hotel restaurant on Rigi Kulm serving Swiss dishes with panoramic views. A classic stop for regional food in an alpine atmosphere.
Historic lakeside restaurant in Arth known for Swiss classics, fish and seasonal dishes in a traditional, welcoming setting near Lake Zug.
Traditional guesthouse in Goldau offering hearty Swiss fare and local hospitality. Popular for casual regional dining near the Rigi and nature park area.
Arth is expensive versus many European towns. Hotels, restaurant meals, and rail travel are usually priced at typical Swiss levels.
Service is usually included. Round up bills or leave 5-10% for excellent service. Taxis are commonly rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Arth-Goldau -> Arth Dorf, Arth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Arth 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 Arth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Arth trains use the Milano Centrale to Arth-Goldau station pair, with some services arriving at Rigi Kulm. Use this guide to compare Milan and Arth 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 Lambrate is 4 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Lambrate 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: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole, Osteria Lambrate
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Lambrate. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Lambrate. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Lambrate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Lambrate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Lambrate: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Milano Lambrate, Hotel Gamma, Hotel Lugano.
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
Arth-Goldau is 2 km from Arth city centre. Public transport options include:
Arth-Goldau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Rigi Kulm, Restaurant Gotthard
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Arth-Goldau. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Arth-Goldau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Arth-Goldau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Arth-Goldau: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arth-Goldau: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rigi, Hotel Restaurant Roessli, Hotel Alpenhof.
Rigi Kulm is 3 km from Arth city centre. Public transport options include:
Rigi Kulm has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food options include: Rigi Kulm Hotel Restaurant
Available at Rigi Kulm: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rigi Kulm: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Rigi Kulm Hotel.
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