The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Merate
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Merate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Merate will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 1 trains that leave Milan for Merate on Fri, Jul 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest trains will take 35 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.
6:52 PM0h35Milan7:27 PMMerate$41One-way0 transfers
6:52 PM0h35Milan7:27 PMMerate$41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Milan to Merate
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Merate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $4.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$4 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Merate take longer:
Bus takes on average 40m.
The journey is about 19m faster (34m by train vs 53m by car) and roughly $12 (€12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($4 (€4) vs $16 (€16)). 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 Trenord.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Milan to Merate by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Merate
Trains from Milan to Merate run on average 83 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 83 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€4) |
Trains per day 83 |
Direct trains 83 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Regionale, Trenord from Milan to Merate trainsRegionale, Trenord trains will get you between Milan and Merate from $4 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
Trenord
FAQs: Trains from Milan to Merate
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Merate 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 Merate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan to Merate
Most Milan to Merate trains use the Milano Porta Garibaldi to Cernusco-Merate station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Merate train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milan station do trains to Merate leave from?
Getting to Milano Porta Garibaldi from Milan city centre
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi train station facilities and services
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Getting to Milano Rogoredo from Milan city centre
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
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