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South Tyrol Museum of Mining Ridanna
Mining museum at Ridanna showing South Tyrol’s extraction history through tunnels, machinery, and guided industrial heritage visits.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€55
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€62
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 51 m
Trains on Sep 18
13
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Brenner is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Brenner will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
It's difficult to get from Milan to Brenner without transferring at least once.
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3846
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3842
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3844
Regionale TRENORD 2693 · Regionale 17154
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3758
FRECCIAROSSA 9727 · FRECCIAROSSA 8509+
Regionale 17178
FRECCIAROSSA 9710 · FRECCIAROSSA 8502+
Regionale 17154
FRECCIAROSSA 9733+
Regionale Veloce 3844
FRECCIAROSSA 9747+
Regionale 16716 · Regionale SAD 1828
FRECCIAROSSA 9741+
Regionale Veloce 3846Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Brenner among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €61 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €61, while a flight costs an average of €427.
Distance: 152 miles (246 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€61 Average price Cheapest | €63 Average price | €427 Average price | €101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Brenner:
A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Brenner costing on average €63.
A train is €365 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Brenner costing on average €427.
Other travel options to Brenner take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 50m.
Bus takes on average 8h 40m.
Tickets start at around €61 compared to roughly €101 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €40. The journey takes 4h 50m versus 4h 21m 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 to Brenner trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:45 AM Milan | 4h37 | 4:22 PM Brenner | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:25 PM Milan | 5h33 | 9:58 PM Brenner | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Milan to Brenner run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 19:38. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (246 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 152 miles (246 km) |
Average train duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 7:38 PM |
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Discover the best of Brenner — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brenner trip today.
Mining museum at Ridanna showing South Tyrol’s extraction history through tunnels, machinery, and guided industrial heritage visits.
Museum in nearby Fortezza fortress exploring regional history, wartime architecture, and major art exhibitions in a dramatic Alpine setting.
Multimedia museum in Vipiteno focused on hunting and fishing culture, with family-friendly exhibits and strong links to local traditions.
The famous Alpine crossing itself, visited for sweeping mountain scenery, borderland atmosphere, and its importance in European travel history.
Historic core of nearby Vipiteno, full of arcaded streets and colorful facades, perfect for combining culture, shopping, and architecture.
Central village area of Brennero, good for a short walk to observe local life, border architecture, and the historic pass setting.
Speck is South Tyrol’s lightly smoked, air-cured ham, prized in the Brenner area for its Alpine preservation tradition and rich flavor.
Schlutzkrapfen are half-moon pasta filled with spinach and ricotta, a classic Tyrolean dish served with melted butter and chives.
Knödel are hearty bread dumplings, often with speck, cheese, or spinach, central to South Tyrolean mountain cooking and winter meals.
Traditional South Tyrolean mountain inn near the pass, known for dumplings, schnitzel, and hearty Alpine plates in a rustic setting.
Established local restaurant in Brenner serving Tyrolean comfort food, soups, pasta, and meat dishes in a casual roadside atmosphere.
Casual stop at the Brenner outlet area with pizzas, pasta, coffee, and simple Italian meals suited to travelers and shoppers.
Moderate for the Alps: lodging and meals cost more than smaller Italian towns, but transit and simple dining stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Brennero/Brenner Station -> Brennero/Brenner Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Brenner 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 Brenner, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Brenner trains use the Milano Centrale to Brennero - Brenner station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Brenner 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 Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
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.
Brennero - Brenner has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Bar Brenner, Ristorante Europa
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Brennero - Brenner. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brennero - Brenner. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brennero - Brenner: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brennero - Brenner: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brennero - Brenner: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bergkristall, Hotel Alpin.
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