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Museo d'Arte Moderna Mario Rimoldi
Important modern art museum in central Cortina, known for its strong collection of 20th-century Italian art including major Futurist and modernist works.
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Cortina d'Ampezzo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Cortina d'Ampezzo will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Milan to Cortina d'Ampezzo without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale 17319+
Busitalia B0004
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale 17319+
Busitalia B0004Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milan to Cortina d'Ampezzo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $112.
Distance: 159 miles (257 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $153 Average price | $138 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 19m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Cortina d'Ampezzo:
A bus is $0.52 (€0.42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Cortina d'Ampezzo costing on average $50 (€41).
A bus is $103 (€84) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Cortina d'Ampezzo costing on average $153 (€124).
Other travel options to Cortina d'Ampezzo take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 50m.
Flight takes on average 8h 19m.
The journey is about 21m faster (4h 23m by train vs 4h 44m by car) and roughly $88 (€71) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($50 (€41) vs $138 (€112)). 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 Cortina d'Ampezzo trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale 17319+ Busitalia B0004 | 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 7h50 | 5:15 PM Cortina d'Ampezzo | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Milan to Cortina d'Ampezzo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 159 miles (257 km) distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 159 miles (257 km) |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 9:50 PM |
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Important modern art museum in central Cortina, known for its strong collection of 20th-century Italian art including major Futurist and modernist works.
Well-regarded natural history and paleontology museum with notable fossils from the Dolomites, helping visitors understand the area's prehistoric geology.
Open-air World War I museum among mountain fortifications and trenches near the Cinque Torri area, combining history with dramatic alpine scenery.
Cortina's main pedestrian street, lined with boutiques, cafés, and alpine architecture; the essential place for a first walk through town.
Central square and social hub of Cortina, ideal for taking in the church, bell tower, and classic Dolomite resort atmosphere.
Famous hiking destination with vivid turquoise water, now highly popular on social media and among photographers visiting the Dolomites.
Half-moon ravioli typical of Cortina, often filled with red beetroot or spinach and served with butter, poppy seeds, and ricotta; one of the town's signature dishes.
Bread dumplings from the Dolomites, usually served in broth or with melted butter; versions may include speck or cheese and reflect Tyrolean influence in Ampezzo cuisine.
Soft egg pasta dumplings common across the Alpine area, often made with spinach and served with butter, cream, or cheese in mountain restaurants around Cortina.
Well-known fine dining restaurant in Cortina with refined cuisine inspired by the Dolomites, elegant service, and a strong reputation for special-occasion meals.
Established upscale restaurant known for polished local and Italian dishes, mountain-lodge elegance, and a classic Cortina atmosphere.
Long-standing central restaurant appreciated for traditional Ampezzo and Venetian cooking, reliable service, and a more formal but welcoming setting.
A premium Alpine resort. Hotels, dining, and ski-season prices are high, though cafes and casual spots offer some lower-cost options.
Service is often included or modest. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Small change for cafes; round up taxis.
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Cortina d'Ampezzo, Autostazione -> Corso Italia, Cortina d'Ampezzo
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