The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Schaffhausen
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
101
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Schaffhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Schaffhausen will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 101 trains that leave Milan for Schaffhausen on Fri, May 08, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 50 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.
EC 10 | 10 · IC 280 | 2808:05 AM3h08Chiasso station11:13 AMSchaffhausen$691One-way1 transfer
EuroCity 288:10 PM2h50Milan Centrale11:00 PMZug station$701One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 15011:10 AM2h50Milan Centrale2:00 PMZug station$701One-way0 transfers
S 50 25572 | 25572 · IC 2 882 | 882 · RE 48 4930 | 49302:23 PM3h20Stabio station5:43 PMSchaffhausen$761One-way2 transfers
S 10 25172 | 25172 · IC 2 882 | 882 · RE 48 4930 | 49302:23 PM3h20Balerna station5:43 PMSchaffhausen$771One-way2 transfers
EuroCity 1267:10 PM2h50Milan Centrale10:00 PMZug station$821One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 366:10 PM2h50Milan Centrale9:00 PMZug station$921One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 224:10 PM2h50Milan Centrale7:00 PMZug station$1181One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 203:10 PM2h50Milan Centrale6:00 PMZug station$1041One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 128:10 AM2h50Milan Centrale11:00 AMZug station$921One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan to Schaffhausen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Schaffhausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $32.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$70 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price | $85 Average price |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Schaffhausen:
A train is $0.20 (€0.16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Schaffhausen costing on average $70 (€56).
A train is $15 (€12) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Schaffhausen costing on average $85 (€68).
Other travel options to Schaffhausen take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 20m.
Bus takes on average 9h 40m.
Live departures
Milan to Schaffhausen train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Schaffhausen trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:10 AM Milan | 3h50 | 10:00 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:23 AM Milan | 3h20 | 10:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:23 AM Milan | 3h50 | 12:13 PM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Schaffhausen
Trains from Milan to Schaffhausen run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by flight.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 12:55 AM |
Last train 9:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Milan to Schaffhausen trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Milan and Schaffhausen from $32 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Milan to Schaffhausen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Schaffhausen 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 Schaffhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan to Schaffhausen
- 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 access from Via Rombon.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole
- Osteria Lambrate
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- MEININGER Milano Lambrate
- Hotel Gamma
- Hotel Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, accessible from Viale Certosa.
- Burger King
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Certosa
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Mirage
- Klima Hotel Milano Fiere
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 14
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Güterhof
- Restaurant Falken
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Kronenhof
- Sorell Hotel Rüden
- Hotel Park Villa
- Located in the main hall
- 496 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: SBB services
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