The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Mendrisio
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Mendrisio is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Mendrisio will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 37 trains that leave Milan for Mendrisio on Tue, May 12, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 12 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
On Tue, May 12 the slowest trains will take 46 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.
Regionale TRENORD 2107 · S10 TRENORD 251105:50 AM1h01Milano Bovisa Politecnico6:51 AMChiasso station$81One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 145 · S10 TRENORD 251261:50 PM1h01Milano Bovisa Politecnico2:51 PMChiasso station$81One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 123 · S10 TRENORD 251168:50 AM1h01Milano Bovisa Politecnico9:51 AMChiasso station$81One-way1 transfer
Regionale TRENORD 2551611:43 AM0h46Milan Centrale12:29 PMChiasso station$81One-way0 transfers
S11 TRENORD 2519211:09 PM1h08Milan Porta Garibaldi12:17 AMChiasso station$81One-way0 transfers
Regionale TRENORD 2551611:43 AM0h46Milan Centrale12:29 PMChiasso station$81One-way0 transfers
Regionale TRENORD 255327:43 PM0h46Milan Centrale8:29 PMChiasso station$81One-way0 transfers
Regionale TRENORD 2551812:43 PM0h46Milan Centrale1:29 PMChiasso station$81One-way0 transfers
Regionale TRENORD 255306:43 PM0h46Milan Centrale7:29 PMChiasso station$81One-way0 transfers
Regionale TRENORD 255348:43 PM0h46Milan Centrale9:29 PMChiasso station$81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Milan to Mendrisio
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Mendrisio among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $6.
Distance: 29 miles (48 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price | $85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Mendrisio:
A train is $0.05 (€0.04) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Mendrisio costing on average $8 (€7).
Other travel options to Mendrisio take longer:
Bus takes on average 53m.
The journey is about 12m faster (50m by train vs 1h 2m by car) and roughly $77 (€61) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($8 (€6) vs $85 (€68)). 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.
Direct services run with Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Milan to Mendrisio train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Mendrisio trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:43 AM Milan | 0h46 | 9:29 AM Mendrisio | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 PM Milan | 1h01 | 8:51 PM Mendrisio | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Mendrisio
Trains from Milan to Mendrisio run on average 45 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:31, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 29 miles (48 km) |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 4:31 AM |
Last train 11:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Milan to Mendrisio trainsRegionale, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Milan and Mendrisio from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
Trenitalia EuroCity
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Milan to Mendrisio
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Mendrisio 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 Mendrisio, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan to Mendrisio
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- 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.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several parking lots in the vicinity.
- Trattoria Casa Fontana
- Osteria del Treno
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Sunflower
- Hotel Valganna
- Hotel Ares Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Lines 82, 92
- Tram: Line 2
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
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