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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.
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 L 318 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only L 302.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 3 trains from Milan to Brenner, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 246 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 6 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 5 h 33 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.

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Trains from Milan to Brenner run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at L 125 but you can travel from only L 86 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.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Milan to Brenner.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Brenner trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2691 · Regionale 17152 | 6:43 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 5h39 | 12:22 PM Brenner station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2655 · Regionale 16646 · Regionale 17154 | 7:58 AM Milano Lambrate | 5h24 | 1:22 PM Brenner station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3840 | 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 5h33 | 2:58 PM Brenner station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3850 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 5h33 | 4:58 PM Brenner station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727 · FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ Regionale 17178 | 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 4h37 | 5:22 PM Brenner station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3844 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 5h33 | 6:58 PM Brenner station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9733+ Regionale Veloce 3844 | 2:15 PM Milan Centrale | 4h43 | 6:58 PM Brenner station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3846 | 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 5h33 | 8:58 PM Brenner station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9741+ Regionale Veloce 3846 | 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 5h13 | 8:58 PM Brenner station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9747+ Regionale 16716 · Regionale SAD 1828 | 4:45 PM Milan Centrale | 5h06 | 9:51 PM Brenner station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3848 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 5h33 | 10:58 PM Brenner station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9751+ Regionale Veloce 3848 | 5:45 PM Milan Centrale | 5h13 | 10:58 PM Brenner station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Milan to Brenner with Regionale, Frecciarossa, and Italo. Night trains available on this route with Intercity Notte. High-speed trains available on this route with Frecciarossa and Italo. Regional trains available on this route with Regionale. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Brenner.
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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